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

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Benefits & Resources
Top things you should know about Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ before applying
September 2, 2021

Wherever you are in the application process, we want to help you feel prepared to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. Here…

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Covid service yellow jacket in school
Education
Feedback from key partners: teachers and principals
August 25, 2021

Our school partners are clear: they want flexibility; academic and social-emotional support for their students; and help creating positive learning…

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Education
The Benefits of Social Emotional Learning
August 17, 2021

By Kate Seltzer, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Boston AmeriCorps member ’21 “You are my other me. When I do harm to you,…

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Our Impact
Making Service to Students Possible
June 25, 2021

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Orlando is grateful to Heart of Florida United Way for their continued investment and partnership in our work…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps Red Jacket Closeup
Benefits & Resources
Prepare to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s pre-service checklist
April 13, 2021

Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…

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Benefits & Resources
Thinking about a year of service in Kansas City? Here’s what recruiters think you should know.
April 2, 2021

Experience with kids is a plus, but it’s not the only way to stand out. Tutoring and mentoring kids is…

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Education
The value of social breaktime activities
March 23, 2021

A holistic approach to learning that addresses scholars’ social-emotional well-being and academic performance will ensure they are engaged to learn long term.

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia AmeriCorps member appreciation
The Corps
Celebrating our remarkable AmeriCorps
March 8, 2021

Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.

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Hour of Code Post
Education
Noble Elementary presents an Hour of Code
February 27, 2021

Computer Science Education week kicks off December 7-12 at schools around the world. Detroit’s Noble Elementary School joined in with…

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The Corps
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Columbus: Hybrid service
February 11, 2021

With the support of Columbus City Schools, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Columbus has been transitioning back to hybrid service alongside students! Read…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Service Year Advisor
Benefits & Resources
Supporting Your Pre-Service Experience
January 6, 2021

Service Year Advisors help prospective and confirmed corps members move from application to registration and are a valuable resource to…

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The Corps
Meet Taco Bell’s Live Más Scholarship Winner, Clark Shimeall
December 11, 2020

Meet Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Boston alum and Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship winner Clark Shimeall who shares about his journey with City…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners