Behind the Scenes at Basic Training Academy

As we gear up for another transformative year of service and impact, we are thrilled to welcome over 50 passionate and dedicated individuals who have joined City Year Dallas as our new Corps Members! These young leaders, armed with a shared commitment to education and a desire to make a difference, recently began Basic Training Academy (BTA), an intensive training academy focused on equipping them with the tools needed to succeed during their service year.

Our Corps Members are the heart and soul of City Year Dallas, and their training is a crucial step in equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to be effective mentors and educators in the schools they will serve.

During BTA, our new Corps Members delved into a variety of topics, ranging from classroom management techniques to culturally responsive teaching practices. They engaged in panels led by sponsors and corporate partners, honing their tutoring abilities and learning how to provide targeted academic support to students with diverse needs.

In addition to academic training, our Corps Members also delved into topics like socio-emotional learning, building positive relationships with students, and fostering a sense of belonging in the classroom. These essential skills are at the core of City Year Dallas’s approach, as we believe that nurturing a student’s emotional well-being is just as vital as supporting their academic growth.

As a part of the training, our Corps Members had the opportunity to connect with one another, forming a tightly knit and supportive community of like-minded individuals. The bonds forged during training will undoubtedly strengthen as they embark on their year of service together, supporting and uplifting one another along the way.