Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
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Our Impact
My starfish story
October 23, 2019
My first day in my new classroom was both exciting and overwhelming.
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Education
The benefits of a high school degree
$10,386. Statistics from a 2012 Frontline PBS article show that if you drop out of high school chances are that…
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The Corps
Speak
Time waits for no man At least that’s what they say This cause deserves applause but at times I question…
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The Corps
My Gap Year: The corner of passion and discovery
December 3, 2018
Taking a gap year in national service can supply valuable experiences that allow City Year AmeriCorps members to discover and…
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The Corps
Why I’m fired up to serve with City Year San Antonio
October 15, 2018
Meioshia grew up in San Antonio, and this year decided to return to her home city to serve other students…
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