Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Starting a service year with City Year, I was nervous about what the experience would be like. Now that I’ve…
Read the storyOne of the most interesting parts of service is the people that you meet along the way. From the staff…
Read the story
The best thing about serving with the same students for two years is that you’re able to see a more…
Read the story
When my partner teacher first asked me to meet with Aaron every day for 30 minutes, I knew I had…
Read the storyI have an 8th grade student in my third period who is often filled with energy, and sitting still in…
Read the story
Power greeting is a part of the City Year culture that is seen often in the schools we serve. This…
Read the story
The yellow jacket is a legacy of trust in Sacramento, people move on but the yellow jacket persists, here’s a…
Read the story
Going out to the yard, playing with the kiddos, and connecting with students makes me feel closer to them and…
Read the storyAlthough I completed my service with City Year from 2014-2016, it remains one of the most supportive and encouraging networks…
Read the storyBrain breaks are half-hour sessions led by ACMs and provide a fun, non-academic space for students to hang out and…
Read the storyI applied for City Year senior year of college, knowing that I eventually wanted to go to graduate school to…
Read the story
While my intentions are to pursue a career in education, this networking event pushed me to reflect on the wide…
Read the story
