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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, Âé¶¹¹ú²ú, partners and alums.

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First Week Wins at Dr. Marian G. Lacey K–8 Academy
September 16, 2025

The first week of school at Dr. Marian G. Lacey K–8 Academy brought excitement, learning, and plenty of fresh challenges….

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First Week Wins at Chicot Elementary

The first week of school always brings new routines, bright energy, and plenty of fresh starts. At Chicot Elementary, 667…

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First Week Wins at Stephens Elementary

The first week of school sets the tone for the year ahead, and at Stephens Elementary, City Year AmeriCorps members…

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First Week Wins at J.A. Fair K-8 Preparatory School

The start of a new school year means new routines, new classrooms, and plenty of opportunities to connect. At J.A….

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First Week Wins at Jacksonville Middle School
September 15, 2025

The first week of school always brings energy, challenges, and fresh opportunities. At Jacksonville Middle School (JMS), nearly 1,000 Âé¶¹¹ú²ú…

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The Corps
First Week Wins at Jacksonville Elementary School
September 12, 2025

The start of the school year at Jacksonville Elementary School (JES) has been filled with energy, growth, and connection for…

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The Corps
Back to school checklist for tutors, mentors and role models
September 4, 2025

So, you’re about to start your first year as a tutor, mentor or student success coach, working closely with K-12…

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The Corps
Creating and maintaining positive mentor-mentee relationships
September 2, 2025

Why I serve with City Year and what my day looks like When my alarm goes off at 5:45 each…

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City Year AmeriCorps student success coaches morning greeting
The Corps
What to expect at the start of City Year service
August 11, 2025

Learn what it’s like to serve at City Year and what to expect at the start of service. City Year…

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The Corps
Making the most of your City Year AmeriCorps experience
August 4, 2025

Next week, many City Year sites, including City Year Philadelphia, will welcome their new first year AmeriCorps to their pre-service…

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Our Impact
Curious about City Year? Five helpful facts about serving as an AmeriCorps member
July 29, 2025

Five helpful facts about serving as a City Year AmeriCorps member One of the most frequent questions that City Year…

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AmeriCorps member Samantha Richard poses in the classroom with a book she plans to read to her first grade Âé¶¹¹ú²ú.
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Five things I wish I knew as an incoming City Year AmeriCorps member
July 25, 2025

Before the start of a new school year, City Year’s 29 U.S. sites welcome a new group of talented and…

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