Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Three decades of youth development work taught us that to support the success of our students, many of whom face…
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Between the thriving arts community, incredible history, gorgeous parks and delicious eats, Providence, Rhode Island is the place to be.
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Change is not made all at once. It builds gradually over time – one person, one student, one client at…
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We can meet students where they are by putting the theories surrounding social-emotional learning into practice, particularly by building lasting…
Read the storyEvery Wednesday at South High School, Harmony Project hosts an after-school choir program for our students. When first introduced to the organization, I thought…
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Learn more about this Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member’s journey from a national service gap year to consulting and how they…
Read the storyA Â鶹ÊÓƵ Columbus AmeriCorps member discusses the importance of service in maintaining Martin Luther King Jr’s beloved society.
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Having caring adults who challenge students, while being supportive and encouraging, can make all the difference in educational success.
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Karinne Caisse, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Sacramento Team Leader, shares how the tools and trainings that Â鶹ÊÓƵ provided help her navigate…
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A 2017 study found that having just one black teacher in elementary school (third, fourth or fifth grade) reduced the…
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This extended day program at Sarah Greenwood School in Boston offers students a chance to receive tutoring and extra homework…
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At the beginning of every service year, each Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps member has the opportunity to craft a personal “I…
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