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

Left: Amanda Gamble during her time serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia in 2011-2012. Right: Amanda with Mayor Jim Kenney and…
Read the storyA holistic approach to learning that addresses scholars’ social-emotional well-being and academic performance will ensure they are engaged to learn long term.
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Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.
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On Thursday October 22, 2020 my fellow teammates Karli Swensen, Avery Brick and I interviewed Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Sacramento (’12-13′) and…
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Computer Science Education week kicks off December 7-12 at schools around the world. Detroit’s Noble Elementary School joined in with…
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Karli, Eric and I were very excited and thankful to get to speak with Egypt Worthy over Microsoft Teams on…
Read the storyWith the support of Columbus City Schools, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Columbus has been transitioning back to hybrid service alongside students! Read…
Read the storyEach month as part of our alumni newsletter, we feature some of our amazing alumni and what they’ve been up…
Read the storyI applied for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ senior year of college, knowing that I eventually wanted to go to graduate school to…
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Meet Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Boston alum and Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship winner Clark Shimeall who shares about his journey with City…
Read the storyThis month, the Earl Warren team has put together a virtual game room for our school as an incentive for…
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Today Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ New Orleans celebrates Future Teachers of America Day! Every year, 20% of our AmeriCorps members become teachers…
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