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

My name is Erica Adamiris Rodriguez, and I am Cleveland, Ohio-born and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-raised. I am a daughter, I am…
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A moment that captures the advent of certainty in my career choice occurred to me recently. My student marched into…
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Theki Change served as an ACM with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ from 2022-2023. Theki is now a Solutions Analyst at Deloitte and,…
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This AmeriCorps Member Appreciation Month, we’re celebrating one incredible alumnus who has carried the lessons of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ into the…
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The decision to come back for a second Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is always a big one. Devoting even one year of…
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Jazz Solomon, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Orlando ’24, served as an AmeriCorps member for two years, the second as a team leader,…
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Here are three tips for mentors of all ages who seek to connect with and promote children’s holistic growth by…
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I joined Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ New Hampshire a year ago, in January 2024, midway through the school year. This position has…
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At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Greater Boston, we are committed to continuous improvement, ensuring that our AmeriCorps members are making the greatest…
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We know that today, not all students have access to a plethora of online resources that help to enhance their…
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My two years at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ have looked very different at a glance. Although my days now consist of prepping…
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Kailani Bowers, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Alum and current Board member reflects on her time with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. Learn about her…
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