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

“Everyone can be great because everyone can serve.” – Martin Luther King Jr. City Year San Antonio was honored…
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Someone recently asked me, “Are you able to show up to work as your authentic self?” My response was, “I…
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The City Year San Antonio (CYSA) Site Equity Council (SEC) was established in the summer of 2020 as an initiative…
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It is hard to believe that it’s only been two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began when it feels like…
Read the storyThe day I was selected to be City Year San Antonio’s English Language Arts Coordinator for Sam Houston High School…
Read the storyEveryone is familiar with the adage, ”Communication is key.” And it’s true! Active and intentional communication is essential to the…
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Let’s be real. Living on a City Year stipend can be tough. Considering all the monthly fees for things such…
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From August 3rd-7th, City Year partnered with Hulu to offer a career and professional development experience like no other! This…
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The new school year is almost here! Find school registration information for schools we serve below: Lanier High School Registration…
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After my December graduation from Northern Michigan University, I made the cross-country move to San Antonio to serve. Apprehensive about…
Read the storyCity Year strongly believes in the idea that it takes a village to raise a child, so it is invaluable…
Read the storyHere are some of the ways City Year San Antonio AmeriCorps members take care of themselves to ensure we bring…
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