Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
In celebration of Black History Month, we are featuring our incredible alumni, modern day heroes who continue to change the world. Keep reading to get to…
Read the storyWhatever life after City Year holds for AmeriCorps member Emily Stillman, she will carry our value of idealism wherever she…
Read the storyWith the support of Columbus City Schools, City Year Columbus has been transitioning back to hybrid service alongside students! Read…
Read the storyWHEN YOUNG HEROES SHOW UP, WORK HARD AND ACHIEVE, WE ALL WIN. At City Year, we believe students can reach…
Read the storyThe interview is a space for you to tell your prospective employer more about your background, experiences, and to express…
Read the storyDive into educational equity and a recap of our Leadership Summit with Rachel Pfannes.
Read the storyService Year Advisors help prospective and confirmed corps members move from application to registration and are a valuable resource to…
Read the storyThinking about applying to serve with City Year AmeriCorps? Here are five key things you should consider first!
Read the storyMeet City Year Boston alum and Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship winner Clark Shimeall who shares about his journey with City…
Read the storyWhile my intentions are to pursue a career in education, this networking event pushed me to reflect on the wide…
Read the storyLet’s be real. Living on a City Year stipend can be tough. Considering all the monthly fees for things such…
Read the storyWhat if every student had a near-peer tutor, mentor and role model—a Student Success Coach—to help them stay engaged and…
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