Diverse. Fast-Paced. Tough. It’s not always easy to live in New York, but it’s always worth it. City Year New York is helping the city’s students and schools succeed.
City Year New York AmeriCorps Members act as positive role models and near-peer mentors to elementary and middle school public school students. By partnering with NYC teachers, “City Years” drive measurable gains in academic and social emotional performance through in-class intervention, as well as robust after school programs.
Ensuring more students are on track to high school graduation
Research shows that even academically prepared students are at risk of falling off track. City Year supported students, ensuring that:
85% of students stayed on track in English Language Arts with a C or higher
87% of students stayed on track in mathematics with a C or higher
Partnering with teachers and principals
98% of partner teachers agree that AmeriCorps members fostered a positive learning environment for learning
97% of partner principals agree that City Year AmeriCorps members serve as positive role models
The work City Year AmeriCorps Members do in schools is critical for our Bronx community and the academic development of elementary and middle school students.
Establishing a Student Success Corps would help increase capacity in systemically under-resourced schools and help improve student engagement and graduation...
of what public schools can and should be for all children: places of learning, exploration and risk-taking, where every student feels safe and connected to the school community.
