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

From cheerleading and basketball, to science, dance, and even film-making club, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ’s work isn’t just done during the school…
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In commemoration of Black History Month 2019, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia has recognized and paid homage to African-American pioneers in education….
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Some corps members want to give back to their community, some want to mentor and tutor students, some were inspired…
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My name is Fernie Torres and I proudly serve as a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee AmeriCorps member on the Julia A….
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This year, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee was chosen to be a part of the Network for School Improvement pilot program.
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My name is Alexis Jefferson, and I proudly serve as a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee AmeriCorps member on the Rockwell Automation…
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At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, student success coaches support students through instructional interventions in reading and math. An instructional intervention is a…
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Each AmeriCorps member has brought something unique to the team and our students this year. Meet them now!
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This year, all Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee high school teams are focusing on the same goal: the promotion promise. The promotion…
Read the storyWhile in college, I studied criminal justice with a specific focus on the school to prison pipeline and juvenile delinquency….
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The act of service is truly a radical act of love and underscores the value of human existence. I have…
Read the storyThis school year, the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÂ Philadelphia AmeriCorps team serving at Alexander K. McClure Elementary School saw a unique opportunity to address two…
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