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 Alumni
Shining a light on our Cleveland Corps: Aubrey Baumler
April 29, 2022
Get to know some of the proud AmeriCorps members who’ve dedicated a year of their life to serving in Cleveland…
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Our Alumni
Shining a light on our Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumni: Tony Ying
Meet two-time Â鶹ÊÓƵ Cleveland alum, Tony Ying, who’s currently continuing to serve his community through AmeriCorps VISTA.
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Education
Building relationships through a shared love of reading
March 8, 2017
During the class reading time, Jolene would cringe when it was her turn to read out loud and often didn’t…
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Education
Spring means serious business in our schools
March 2, 2017
All of the standardized tests my students will be taking soon are rigorous, and for third graders represents a certain…
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