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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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An AmeriCorps member watches students board school buses
Benefits & Resources
Four car-friendly Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ sites
January 18, 2022

Not all cities have robust public transit systems, so it may be best to commute by car for some sites….

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member on busy city street
Benefits & Resources
4 Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ sites with public transportation passes
December 28, 2021

You won’t need a car to serve in one of these cities! Here are four sites that offer free public…

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A team of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members stand with their hands in the center of a circle, ready to do a spirit break
Benefits & Resources
Get registration day ready with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ
December 9, 2021

You’ve accepted the invitation to serve, but now what? Here’s what you need to know about registration day at City…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps in school service yellow jacket
The Corps
What does Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ service really look like this year?
December 7, 2021

This year, all Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members returned to in-person learning. What’s the experience been like? Read on to learn…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ in the classroom
Benefits & Resources
Five exclusive Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ college scholarships
November 30, 2021

Thinking about college after Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ service? Here are five exclusive scholarships that help you achieve your education goals after…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ in school service and teacher pathways
Education
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is nurturing prepared future teachers
November 10, 2021

Hundreds of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members decide to become teachers after their year of service. We are doing more to…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member benefits
The Corps
Benefits Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members receive
October 26, 2021

Want to know how you’ll be supported throughout service? Here’s a comprehensive list of the benefits and resources you’ll have…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps student success coach with student
Education
What schools want and need this year
September 7, 2021

Teachers and students know what they need this year—let’s listen to their feedback and insights to help guide our work…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member in school service
Benefits & Resources
Top things you should know about Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ before applying
September 2, 2021

Wherever you are in the application process, we want to help you feel prepared to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. Here…

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Covid service yellow jacket in school
Education
Feedback from key partners: teachers and principals
August 25, 2021

Our school partners are clear: they want flexibility; academic and social-emotional support for their students; and help creating positive learning…

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Our Alumni
Meet Brandon Chaderton: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Alum and Presidential Appointee
August 23, 2021

Whether serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members and alumni in school
Our Alumni
Meet educator and Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alum Bianca Lynch (Washington D.C. ’03)
July 23, 2021

“The structure of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners