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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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Education
What schools want and need this year
September 7, 2021

Teachers and students know what they need this year—let’s listen to their feedback and insights to help guide our work…

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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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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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Our Alumni
Meet Brandon Chaderton: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Alum and Presidential Appointee
August 23, 2021

Whether serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…

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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members and alumni in school
Our Alumni
Meet educator and Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alum Bianca Lynch (Washington D.C. ’03)
July 23, 2021

“The structure of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…

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Dre Thomas Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ and Smile on me
Our Alumni
Celebrating Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alum and nonprofit founder Dre Thomas
July 13, 2021

Learn more about Dre Thomas, a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…

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Our Community
Supporting student mental health and wellbeing
June 29, 2021

Anthony Lawrence is an impact manager for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Kansas City, guiding and supporting a team of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps…

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Opportunity
Supporting schools with the help of Red Nose Day
May 24, 2021

Get ready to put your digital #NosesOn to help Red Nose Day raise funds that support students, teachers and AmeriCorps…

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The Corps
Connecting students to school during COVID-19
April 22, 2021

How AmeriCorps members support and engage students during the pandemic by listening and learning

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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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The Corps
Lessons Learned from two years of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ service
March 30, 2021

Amari has learned to lead with empathy throughout his two years of service with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps. Learn more about…

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The Corps
Seven cities where you can make a difference to students
March 10, 2021

Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners