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Our stories

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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Dre Thomas Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ and Smile on me
Our Alumni
Celebrating Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alum and nonprofit founder Dre Thomas
July 13, 2021

Learn more about Dre Thomas, a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member with students in school
Our Community
Supporting student mental health and wellbeing
June 29, 2021

Anthony Lawrence is an impact manager for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Kansas City, guiding and supporting a team of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members ready to work with students
Opportunity
Supporting schools with the help of Red Nose Day
May 24, 2021

Get ready to put your digital #NosesOn to help Red Nose Day raise funds that support students, teachers and AmeriCorps…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps red jacket
The Corps
Connecting students to school during COVID-19
April 22, 2021

How AmeriCorps members support and engage students during the pandemic by listening and learning

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps Red Jacket Closeup
Benefits & Resources
Prepare to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s pre-service checklist
April 13, 2021

Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…

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Close up of the AmeriCorps California patch on a yellow Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ jacket
The Corps
Lessons Learned from two years of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ service
March 30, 2021

Amari has learned to lead with empathy throughout his two years of service with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps. Learn more about…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member on busy city street
The Corps
Seven cities where you can make a difference to students
March 10, 2021

Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia AmeriCorps member appreciation
The Corps
Celebrating our remarkable AmeriCorps
March 8, 2021

Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ in person and virtual learning
The Corps
How to mentor like a pro
February 22, 2021

Learn more about Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Virtual Learning
The Corps
A year like no other: supporting students during COVID-19
February 9, 2021

While service looks different at each of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s 29 U.S. sites during COVID-19, connecting with students remains the priority…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Service Year Advisor
Benefits & Resources
Supporting Your Pre-Service Experience
January 6, 2021

Service Year Advisors help prospective and confirmed corps members move from application to registration and are a valuable resource to…

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Education
Vote for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ to present at SXSW EDU 2021
November 10, 2020

Help Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ win a chance to present at SXSW EDU 2021 on the role of the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners