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.
Starting a service year with Â鶹ÊÓƵ, I was nervous about what the experience would be like. Now that I’ve…
Read the storyOne of the most interesting parts of service is the people that you meet along the way. From the staff…
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The best thing about serving with the same students for two years is that you’re able to see a more…
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When my partner teacher first asked me to meet with Aaron every day for 30 minutes, I knew I had…
Read the storyI have an 8th grade student in my third period who is often filled with energy, and sitting still in…
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Power greeting is a part of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ culture that is seen often in the schools we serve. This…
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The yellow jacket is a legacy of trust in Sacramento, people move on but the yellow jacket persists, here’s a…
Read the storyBrain breaks are half-hour sessions led by ACMs and provide a fun, non-academic space for students to hang out and…
Read the storyWhile our ability to gather has been curtailed, it has not stopped our partners from stepping up to make a…
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While my intentions are to pursue a career in education, this networking event pushed me to reflect on the wide…
Read the storyThis month, the Earl Warren team has put together a virtual game room for our school as an incentive for…
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I hope to serve the students to the best of my abilities, give them the resources they need to succeed,…
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