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.

On Thursday October 22, 2020 my fellow teammates Karli Swensen, Avery Brick and I interviewed Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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…
Read the storyBrain breaks are half-hour sessions led by ACMs and provide a fun, non-academic space for students to hang out and…
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Karli, Eric and I were very excited and thankful to get to speak with Egypt Worthy over Microsoft Teams on…
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Learn more about Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.
Read the storyWhile our ability to gather has been curtailed, it has not stopped our partners from stepping up to make a…
Read the storyWith the support of Columbus City Schools, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Columbus has been transitioning back to hybrid service alongside students! Read…
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While service looks different at each of Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s 29 U.S. sites during COVID-19, connecting with students remains the priority…
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As we celebrate National Pizza Day, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit thanks the Ilitch Family for donating pizzas to our corps for them to…
Read the storyA Letter from Paula Gold-Williams, President and CEO of CPS Energy. Â鶹ÊÓƵ San Antonio’s 2021 Idealist of the Year…
Read the storyEach month as part of our alumni newsletter, we feature some of our amazing alumni and what they’ve been up…
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When the pandemic hit, our AmeriCorps members weren’t the only ones who shifted to working remotely. Â鶹ÊÓƵ Boston’s nearly 80+ employees also quickly shifted to…
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