Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Are you thinking about living alone during your service in City Year? If yes, I highly encourage you to think…
Read the storyWhen I made my decision to serve with City Year for the 2020-2021 school year, I knew it would…
Read the storyI went back and forth a lot last year, wrestling with the idea of serving another year with City Year….
Read the storyFrom August 3rd-7th, City Year partnered with Hulu to offer a career and professional development experience like no other! This…
Read the storyThe new school year is almost here! Find school registration information for schools we serve below: Lanier High School Registration…
Read the storyThe past three months, while challenging and unprecedented for everyone, provided the City Year San Antonio community opportunity to rise and serve students…
Read the storyIn July, City Year San Antonio will welcome a new incoming class of 90 young people for the 2020-21 service…
Read the storyCity Year San Antonio celebrated our 90 AmeriCorps members on Friday, May 29 in our first-ever virtual Graduation Ceremony. We…
Read the storyWaking up at 9am. Microsoft Teams calls. Zoom Calls. Virtual high-fives. “Don’t forget to screenshot!” This is the new normal,…
Read the storyOur service model during the school closures supports teachers and students as they shift their instruction and learning to a virtual…
Read the storyThe CYSA Food Pantry needs to be replenished for our incoming AmeriCorps members. Consider donating any item(s) on CYSA’s Amazon…
Read the storyAfter my December graduation from Northern Michigan University, I made the cross-country move to San Antonio to serve. Apprehensive about…
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