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So, you’re thinking about applying to City Year Rhode Island?

Yes! Rhode Island and its capital city, Providence, are fantastic places to live and work. Between the thriving arts community, incredible history, gorgeous parks and delicious eats, Providence combines the accessibility and charm of a small town with the diverse culture of a hip and vibrant city. And the Ocean State is known for its beautiful beaches, historic architecture, multiple college campuses, and coastal gems like Bristol, Jamestown, Wickford and Newport.

But none of those reasons fully capture the power of making a difference in the lives of students.

Across Providence, more than one-third of eighth graders are behind in reading, which puts them at a disadvantage when they enter high school and increases the likelihood they will drop out. When a student drops out of school, it has a lasting effect not only on that student’s future, but also on our communities and society as a whole.

You can be a part of the solution by joining City Year Rhode Island!

Since 1993, City Year has made a difference in Rhode Island’s most under-resourced ������Ƶ by deploying more than 1,200 AmeriCorps members who have collectively given over 2.5 million hours of service.

Take a look at 10 incredible things City Year Rhode Island AmeriCorps members get to do every day and see how they are making a positive and lasting impact.

1. Serve as mentors

We build positive relationships with our students by serving as student success coaches, who are consistent and caring mentors, tutors and role models. Every child needs at least one adult they can trust who believes in them, listens to them and supports their success.

2. Get students excited about school

Every morning we sing, dance, cheer and high-five students as they walk into school to get everyone excited for another day of learning. For many of the students we serve, just getting to school can be a challenge so we celebrate them for showing up!

3. Strengthen school culture and climate

We create an inclusive and responsive environment where students feel a sense of belonging. When students feel safe and supported at school, both behavioral and academic outcomes improve.

Meet our in Rhode Island!

4. Help students develop key interpersonal skills

We run small group skill-building sessions with our students to help them navigate conflict, develop confidence, and manage emotions. Research shows that these skills, sometimes called soft skills but we call durable skills, are critical for workforce and career readiness and a successful adulthood.

Meet , who is serving a second year with City Year Rhode Island and currently serves at Pleasant View Elementary School.

5. Provide academic support in math and English

We add additional capacity in the classroom by working closely with teachers. We also use data to monitor student progress and provide one-on-one and small group instruction in math and English to help students stay on track to graduate.

6. Keep students engaged

We help redirect students so they can stay focused and engaged. By knowing our students’ unique strengths and challenges and encouraging them to build on their talents and skills, we know how to keep them motivated and ready to learn.

Learn more about some of the research-based tools City Year AmeriCorps members use every day to promote student’s personal and academic growth, such as the .

7. Plan fun events and activities

We host a lot of different events for our students, their families and the community, including: student service projects and academic-focused events like Pi Day celebrations and financial literacy nights.

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