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.
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Our Impact
The Next Generation: A Farewell and Thank You from Executive Director Jennie Johnson
January 20, 2023
It is with deep and bittersweet gratitude that I will be stepping down as Executive Director of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Providence…
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Education
Making sense out of math with games, competition and ‘growth mindset’
April 9, 2019
A battle of mathematical wits is playing out in a cramped but colorful classroom. Ruben*, an outgoing fourth-grader with dark…
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Benefits & Resources
Top 10 things to know before applying to Â鶹ÊÓƵ Providence
Providence is a fantastic place to live and work.
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Our Impact
Mentoring students: a two-way street
July 31, 2017
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…
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