Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
This year, all City Year AmeriCorps members returned to in-person learning. What’s the experience been like? Read on to learn…
Read the storyHundreds of City Year AmeriCorps members decide to become teachers after their year of service. We are doing more to…
Read the storyThough this part of the City Year experience may be particularly challenging, it’s also normal! And we want you to…
Read the storyWant to know how you’ll be supported throughout service? Here’s a comprehensive list of the benefits and resources you’ll have…
Read the storyCity Year is on a learning journey to approach our research with an equity lens. Here’s what we have learned…
Read the storyWe’re pleased to share our annual report, a look back at our work in 2019-2020—a year of challenge, learning and…
Read the storyTeachers and students know what they need this year—let’s listen to their feedback and insights to help guide our work…
Read the storyOur school partners are clear: they want flexibility; academic and social-emotional support for their students; and help creating positive learning…
Read the storyThroughout the pandemic, City Year’s Network for School Improvement has helped educators find new ways to prioritize the well-being of…
Read the storyThe challenges of COVID-19 showed how essential student success coaches can be. AmeriCorps members collaborated with teachers and communities to…
Read the storyVanessa is a 3rd year City Year Corps member with a wonderful perspective on supporting her community. Learn more about…
Read the storyAs an organization that’s trying to shift to more asset-based language and better honor and celebrate the students and schools…
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