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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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The Corps
5 Lessons from My Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Experience
September 19, 2023

I used to think I was a pretty reflective person, pondering things and questioning takeaways from people and experiences. Little…

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The Corps
Embracing Change and Growth: My Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Basic Training Academy Journey

At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Basic Training Academy (BTA), I encountered many remarkable experiences that contributed to profound personal and professional growth….

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Education
Igniting Passion for Literacy: Reflecting on International Literacy Day
September 7, 2023

International Literacy Day is celebrated each year on September 8 to promote literacy’s importance on the personal and community level….

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Education
Empowering Young Readers: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Little Rock’s Mission in K-2 Classrooms

In the heart of Little Rock, Arkansas, a powerful initiative is taking root to transform the future of education and…

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The Corps
From Tragedy to Action: AmeriCorps Member Confronts the Silent Epidemic of Gun Violence Among Young People
September 1, 2023

Imagine seeing a loved one for the first time in a long time. High spirits and good energy filled the…

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Our Impact
Three tips to connect with students this fall
August 31, 2023

Have you ever felt vulnerable or insecure when walking into a new environment? Especially at the start of a new…

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The Corps
Kicking Off Our 25th Year: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Detroit is Back to School
August 30, 2023

  Our Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Detroit AmeriCorps members are back in schools! For the 25th school year, AmeriCorps members will provide…

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The Corps
Behind the Scenes at Basic Training Academy
August 17, 2023

As we gear up for another transformative year of service and impact, we are thrilled to welcome over 50 passionate…

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The Corps
Ready to Serve: My Journey to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philly
August 16, 2023

Cameron Cheatham, incoming 2023-24 Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia AmeriCorps member, writes about his personal experiences that drew him to service.  …

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Education
Vote for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s two panel ideas for SXSW EDU!
August 9, 2023

Your ballot counts! Help Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ bring together educators to discuss how to prioritize anti-racist research strategies in education.

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The Corps
Three self-care tips to support your well-being during service
August 4, 2023

Learn from two Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alums about how boundaries and healthy approaches to self-care helped them better support students.

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The Corps
New AmeriCorps Members Arrive for 2023-24
July 28, 2023

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ San Antonio is thrilled to welcome our new 2023-24 AmeriCorps member class! This year we have 58 total…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners