Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

City Year AmeriCorps member Jaybazz Jacobs shares how compassion and critical thinking can unite those who don’t share the same…
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Looking to support students in a vibrant new community? Here are four amazing cities where you can make a difference.
Read the storyFor over 30 years, Bank of America has provided critical resources in support of City Year’s holistic student-facing programming. From…
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Sunday, Feb. 13, SoFi Stadium will be packed and full of excitement with Super Bowl LVI underway. Attending the Super…
Read the storyThe other day, I told one of my students to please remember to put periods at the end of his…
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It is hard to believe that it’s only been two years since the COVID-19 pandemic began when it feels like…
Read the storyThe day I was selected to be City Year San Antonio’s English Language Arts Coordinator for Sam Houston High School…
Read the storyEveryone is familiar with the adage, ”Communication is key.” And it’s true! Active and intentional communication is essential to the…
Read the storyOn January 17th, our Los Angeles Civic Engagement Team brought together 230 staff and AmeriCorps members for our 15th annual…
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Not all cities have robust public transit systems, so it may be best to commute by car for some sites….
Read the storyAs we wrap up 2021, each of our school teams took the time to share updates and highlights from the…
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As we wrap up 2021, each of our school teams took the time to share updates and highlights from the…
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