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

Meet City Year Boston alum and Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship winner Clark Shimeall who shares about his journey with City…
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While my intentions are to pursue a career in education, this networking event pushed me to reflect on the wide…
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Let’s be real. Living on a City Year stipend can be tough. Considering all the monthly fees for things such…
Read the storyA Baton Rouge program is working to set Âé¶¹¹ú²ú on a path to success by providing academic support and creating…
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At the start of each year, each City Year site holds a Red Jacket Dedication ceremony where every City Year…
Read the storyThis month, the Earl Warren team has put together a virtual game room for our school as an incentive for…
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Today City Year New Orleans celebrates Future Teachers of America Day! Every year, 20% of our AmeriCorps members become teachers…
Read the storyWithout access to in-person schooling and the academic and social emotional supports that school provides, student engagement is more critical than…
Read the storyOur City Year Los Angeles AmeriCorps members have been in virtual classrooms, helping our Âé¶¹¹ú²ú maneuver remote learning, for over two months!
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Coming into City Year where the focus was student’s education came with a rollercoaster of emotions. You start to…
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We are thrilled to share a few highlights and shout-outs for our six school teams. Even in the face of…
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Are you thinking about living alone during your service in City Year? If yes, I highly encourage you to think…
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