Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
City Year is dedicated to adopting an asset-based approach to describe the students, schools and communities we serve.
Read the story“I feel honored and humbled to step into the role of Senior Vice President & Executive Director of City Year…
Read the storyCultivating math confidence in students takes a growth mindset. Learn more about City Year AmeriCorps’ approach to teaching math to…
Read the storyWhen I am asked to describe what ‘mentorship’ means to me, I think of City Year. I am reminded of…
Read the storyAs part of City Year’s commitment to becoming an anti-racist organization, we are actively building Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion, and Equity…
Read the storyThe circle has intrigued brilliant minds and more recently helped NASA explore Mars! Learn more about Pi and how it…
Read the storyWe want to take a moment to both reflect on and share a few of the celebrations and learnings from…
Read the storySomeone recently asked me, “Are you able to show up to work as your authentic self?” My response was, “I…
Read the storyOn Saturday, January 29, City Year Orlando hosting our annual Drive for Success Golf Tournament. This event brought together leaders…
Read the storyCity Year AmeriCorps creates a path for young adults to gain professional experience that helps them take the next step…
Read the storyFor over 30 years, Bank of America has provided critical resources in support of City Year’s holistic student-facing programming. From…
Read the storyTarra Mitchell joined City Year Seattle/King County as our new Executive Director this week. Learn more about her own educational…
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