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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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The Corps
Back to school checklist for tutors, mentors and role models
September 3, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

So, you’re about to start your first year as a tutor, mentor or student success coach, working closely with K-12…

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Our Alumni
Our Alumni
August 23, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

Service impacts each AmeriCorps member differently. Learn directly from three City Year Seattle/King County alumni about how service has framed…

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The Corps
Five qualities that will make you a great mentor
August 19, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

City Year AmeriCorps members make great mentors for the students we serve. Learn more about what it takes to be…

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City Year AmeriCorps student success coaches morning greeting
The Corps
What to expect at the start of City Year service
August 12, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

Learn what it’s like to serve at City Year and what to expect at the start of service. City Year…

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City Year classroom in school service
Benefits & Resources
Top five questions you have about City Year service, answered
August 1, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

Have some burning questions before applying to serve with City Year? Find those answers here!

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The Corps
How City Year helps young people learn and lead
July 29, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

City Year’s “Why We Matter” podcast explores the vital role of education and mentorship in helping students to thrive in…

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Benefits & Resources
Furnishing your apartment on a budget: Tips for AmeriCorps members
July 22, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

Because you’ll be living on a stipend, it might be a good idea to hold off on that ottoman from…

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The Corps
Why City Year’s student success coach network matters
July 16, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

City Year’s “Why We Matter” podcast explores the vital role of education and mentorship in empowering young people. Through interviews…

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Benefits & Resources
Top five skills employers want you to have today
July 8, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

Read more and check the City Year blog to learn the soft skills our corps members gain through a year…

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The Corps
My Gap Year with City Year Philadelphia
June 27, 2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ

Student Success Coach Riya Sembhi (pictured front row, right, with her Sullivan Elementary team) shares her experiences serving a gap…

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Education
Corps Members Explore the Power of Generative AI on Advancing Education Opportunity

This summer, City Year AmeriCorps Members (ACMs) in San Jose/East Palo Alto will begin working with ClassGenius to understand Generative AI’s…

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Benefits & Resources
The Data Tells The Story: Cindy Edelman on City Year’s Measurable Results

Supporting education is ultimately about improving student outcomes. At City Year, we believe this happens by focusing on each student’s…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners