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Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our Â鶹ÊÓƵ AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.

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Haitian Heritage Month to me
May 8, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Little Rock staff member Marlie Mehu shares about the importance of Haitian Heritage Month to create belonging and…

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Our Community
A Cause Worth Celebrating
May 2, 2023

My first year as a Â鶹ÊÓƵ Corps member has been filled with lows and highs. Reporting to school at…

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Our Impact
Â鶹ÊÓƵ 101: Math Interventions and Tutoring
April 14, 2023

This blog was updated in January 2024 to reflect the School District of Philadelphia’s changing math curriculum. In this ongoing…

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AmeriCorps members participate in morning greeting to students.
Education
Afterschool programs can be safe spaces for students
April 12, 2023

Caring adults, including AmeriCorps members, can help to create learning environments where young people thrive and feel welcomed and valued.

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Education
Celebrate National School Librarian Day!
April 6, 2023

As the name suggests, National School Librarian Day allows people to appreciate school librarians and everything they do for schools…

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Our Community
Passionate Journeys: Exploring AmeriCorps Members’ Interests Outside of Service
March 30, 2023

As a Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philadelphia (CYP) AmeriCorps member, it’s easy to get consumed in the day-to-day of service. Having hobbies…

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Opportunity
Fostering men of color in education
March 29, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Detroit hosted a panel to discuss how increasing the number of male educators of color will help close…

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Benefits & Resources
Frequently asked questions
March 22, 2023

Here are our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about service with Â鶹ÊÓƵ Seattle/King County.

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Benefits & Resources
Getting to know Seattle

We are so excited to have you here! From beautiful parks and beaches to museums and art galleries, Seattle is…

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Benefits & Resources
Transportation

Topics include: Commuting in Seattle Transportation benefit Using your ORCA card   Commuting in Seattle Taking public transit Buses: Buses…

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Benefits & Resources
Uniform

Topics include: Why do we wear uniforms? Uniform pieces Do I have to wear the uniform every day? When will…

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Two Â鶹ÊÓƵ Tulsa AmeriCorps members prepare to greet students as the buses arrive
Benefits & Resources
FAQs about the Continuation of Service Benefit

Â鶹ÊÓƵ strives to offer continued support to its AmeriCorps members. Read on to learn more about our new Continuation…

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