While Boston’s nickname is The Hub, known for being a vibrant center for academia, business, tech and medicine, some students in Boston face significant challenges every day. Together we can help students build on their strengths and thrive.
While Boston is widely known for being a vibrant center for academia, business, tech and medicine, some students in Boston face significant challenges every day. As the largest school district in Massachusetts, the Boston School District serves more than 15,000 students across 125 schools.
I came into my service experience with an open mind and heart and left humbled, with a passion for doing my part as a citizen and leader in my community to support positive change.
Matt Axelrod City Year Boston, ‘88
Your corps experience
We partner with Boston Public Schools in creating equitable learning opportunities for all students and develop the city’s future leaders. AmeriCorps members support teachers and staff in delivering instruction that serves the development of the whole child and is responsive to the diverse racial, cultural and linguistic needs of Boston youth.
With more than 76% of students tutored by AmeriCorps members last year improving their test scores, AmeriCorps members are truly making an impact. A close-knit community with ample opportunities to develop meaningful personal and professional relationships, Boston is an ideal place to serve. By engaging students, families and community organizations, City Year helps BPS in creating positive learning environments where all students are supported.
Serving in Boston Schools
Serve in one of 23 elementary, middle and high schools throughout the Boston area.
Work with a committed and diverse group of 6–15 City Year AmeriCorps members who share your passion for service and personal growth.
Professional development
City Year Boston’s Mentor Program allows AmeriCorps members to connect with a professional mentor from local corporations and nonprofits (including Deloitte, Comcast and more) based on their interests and goals.
There are many opportunities to develop the career skills you seek to hone through various professional development groups. Service Reserves engage and lead volunteers in large scale service projects. The Comms Crew, Donor Ambassadors or Recruitment and Admissions Squad each engage donors and future AmeriCorps members through writing, public speaking and networking.
Over the last 30 years we have built robust relationships with Boston Public Schools, teachers, families and the community at large. We can’t wait to welcome you.
1. I learned I am capable of more than I thought I could be.
2. I’ve met some of my best friends through City Year.
3. Service can look so different each day.
4. You might get the chance to direct a music video.
5. Yes, you will leave an impression on the community you serve.
These are 5 things that have surprised, Adonis Bonilla, Senior AmeriCorps member, so far while serving with City Year.
CYB, what are some things that have surprised you? Comment down below! 😊• [Photo description: 1) A team member hugging Adonis lovingly. 2) A door featuring green construction paper and the words, “Today is a great day to learn something new.” 3) Adonis and his team on the stairs of their school.] ___________________ #ACM #NationalService #CityYear #CityYearBoston #Americorps...
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “Everybody can be great... because anybody can serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” *And a team to bring it to life!
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Today at @excelhighsb we had almost 300 volunteers join our @bostoncivicengagement team in transforming the school's learning spaces with beautiful murals and helping put together resource kits for students!
A special thank you to #TeamMagenta @tmobile for sponsoring the service project & to @nationalgrid for sponsoring our BCE Team! 💖
We couldn’t have pulled this off without the help of all our dedicated volunteers! Thank you all again for making MLK Day 'a day on, not off!' #CYMLK #MLKDAY...
At City Year, we are motivated to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a day ON, not a day off. Our goal is to shine a light on the power of service and how it can improve the educational opportunities for our students every day. In honor of Dr. King's legacy, we are honored to bring together volunteers from all over Boston to help make schools a place where students feel comfortable and want to come and learn through physical service. We hope to see you there! 😊 • [Photo description: 1) A colorful graphic with an MLK quote that says, “Everybody can be great...because anybody can serve." 2) A black and white photo of Martin Luther King.] ___________________
#NationalService #CityYear #MLKDay #CYMLK...
Cycling, yoga, swimming, weight-lifting, zumba and so much more are now available to our corps thanks to our partner - YMCA Greater Boston! No matter if working out is already part of your regular self-care, or if you're looking to try something new for 2020, we are so grateful for this partnership!😄🤸
• [Photo description: 1) three corps smiling members with the YMCA membership sheets on their laps. 2) Corps members at CYB lobby eagerly signing up for the YMCA membership.] ____________
#CityYearBoston #CityYear #NationalService #YMCABoston #Partnership #SelfCare #NewYear...
Happy Monday CYB family & friends! We hope it's been a good start to the week so far. Just a friendly reminder that MLK Day is just 7 days away! The service projects will include: •Re-painting cafeterias and interior spaces 🍎🥪🍴
•Painting murals 🎨
•Making MCAS Testing kits 📓✏️
We can't wait to serve with you at Excel High School! Tag a friend who you're coming with! [Photo Description: 1) A colorful graphic countdown till MLK Day. 2) volunteers gathered around a cafeteria table, laughing while doing a service project at last year's MLK Day. 3) Three volunteers painting a mural on the school's wall with words such as, "fair access, equality, social justice, imagination, and more.]
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#NationalService #CityYear #MLKDay #CYMLK...
It's National Mentorship Month CYB! Did you know that 1 in 3 young people grow up without a mentor? As a City Year AmeriCorps member, not only will you be working with young students and helping them reach their full potential, you'll also be a role model for them to look up to. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Apply to be a corps member today and become a part of our red jacket team! Link is in the bio. 🤗❤️ [Photo description:1) Americorps members sitting around the table with three students with bright smiles. 2) An ACM and a student having fun, playing basketball. 3) A Corps member sitting next to a student smiling at him.]
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#NationalMentoringMonth #CYB #Americorps...
![1. I learned I am capable of more than I thought I could be.
2. I’ve met some of my best friends through City Year.
3. Service can look so different each day.
4. You might get the chance to direct a music video.
5. Yes, you will leave an impression on the community you serve.
These are 5 things that have surprised, Adonis Bonilla, Senior AmeriCorps member, so far while serving with City Year.
CYB, what are some things that have surprised you? Comment down below! 😊• [Photo description: 1) A team member hugging Adonis lovingly. 2) A door featuring green construction paper and the words, “Today is a great day to learn something new.” 3) Adonis and his team on the stairs of their school.] ___________________ #ACM #NationalService #CityYear #CityYearBoston #Americorps](https://www.cityyear.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
