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Read our stories about City Year AmeriCorps members and their students, alums and partners and learn more about our work in schools to support student success and advance educational equity.
The benefits of a gap year
Taking a gap year—whether it’s between high school and college, during your undergraduate years, or after college—is a growing trend. So, we’re here to bust the myths and sort fact from fiction so that you can make an informed decision on whether a gap year is the right choice for you.
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Inside Rhode Island’s largest elementary school, four fifth-grade students gather around a small table scattered with worksheets and dice.
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City Year Alumni go on to have diverse careers. See how you can advance yours through a law degree.
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As part of the first class of AmeriCorps members to serve with City Year in 1994-1995, I have had the…
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we invited several members of our 32,000+ alumni community to share short uniform stories that explore the power and potential…
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Learn how one City Year Americorps member is navigating the often challenging middle stage in her service journey.
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What does it take to reduce chronic absenteeism? Practices that address educational inequities and ensure students feel seen, heard and…
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Ben came to his service with a passion for engineering. Read more to see how he shared this with his…
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we invited several members of our 32,000+ alumni community to share short uniform stories that explore the power and potential...
Read more about #cyhead2toe: Alums reflect on a decade of serviceBaton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, has it all--a thriving music scene, unique food culture, festivals and so much more!
Read more about Baton Rouge needs mentors like youWhere I am today began with an idea of a year of service from an unlikely place.
Read more about From City Year Baton Rouge to City Year BuffaloCity Year is one of those experiences where you get what out you put in. Carnisha Tassin shares her experience
Read more about 5 things AmeriCorps members should expect from City Year
