Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alumni.

Please listen to the above song during or after you read through this piece: “Kay Blan (Se Pa Lè Poun…
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My first year as a City Year Corps member has been filled with lows and highs. Reporting to school at…
Read the storyOne of City Year’s founding stories is Ubuntu, “I am a person through other people. My humanity is tied to…
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In this ongoing series, we’re taking a deep dive into various areas of City Year Philadelphia’s (CYP’s) work with students….
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As the name suggests, National School Librarian Day allows people to appreciate school librarians and everything they do for schools…
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As a City Year Philadelphia (CYP) AmeriCorps member, it’s easy to get consumed in the day-to-day of service. Having hobbies…
Read the storyBy: Elias Khoury, City Year Detroit AmeriCorps member serving Bethune Elementary-Middle School One reason behind the racial achievement gap is…
Read the storyTopics include: When will I get paid? How many hours should I expect to work each day? Are we required…
Read the storyTopics include: Attendance policy Commitment to diversity, belonging, inclusion and equity Covid-19 policy Attendance policy City Year’s attendance and…
Read the storyTopics include: Welcome to Seattle Museums for all Outdoor activities Welcome to Seattle! We are so excited to have…
Read the storyTopics include: Commuting in Seattle Transportation benefit Using your ORCA card Commuting in Seattle Taking public transit Buses: Buses…
Read the storyTopics include: Why do we wear uniforms? Uniform pieces Do I have to wear the uniform every day? When will…
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