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Our stories

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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Red Nose Day and Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps
Our Impact
Making a difference to the students that need us most
May 23, 2018

Support from Red Nose Day has allowed Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ to meet and work with talented and hardworking students in locations…

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Our Impact
Breaking through “the code”: 5 steps for unlocking success in young people
May 22, 2018

In January 2018, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Senior Vice President of Team Leadership Stephen Spaloss was invited to speak at a Mental…

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Education
Voices from the field: the power of caring adults to support students’ social-emotional needs
May 16, 2018

Learn more about the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps service experience, which prioritizes building relationships as a tool for equitable learning.

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The Corps
An asset-based tool to help students—and our AmeriCorps members—thrive (voices from the field)
April 25, 2018

Three decades of youth development work taught us that to support the success of our students, many of whom face…

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The Corps
Why Providence is the place to be
April 12, 2018

Between the thriving arts community, incredible history, gorgeous parks and delicious eats, Providence, Rhode Island is the place to be.

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Benefits & Resources
The Benefits of a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps Member
March 19, 2018

Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ journey and beyond.

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Our Alumni
Alum uses Law Degree to Support Immigrants
March 5, 2018

Change is not made all at once. It builds gradually over time – one person, one student, one client at…

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The Corps
Activating student success through positive relationships [voices from the field]
February 26, 2018

We can meet students where they are by putting the theories surrounding social-emotional learning into practice, particularly by building lasting…

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Benefits & Resources
Why we love Miami
February 23, 2018

There are 354,172 students in Miami who need and deserve our support. You could be part of an AmeriCorps team that…

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Benefits & Resources
Living on a stipend: quick, healthy and affordable meals
February 9, 2018

Still, a healthy meal is important for your wellbeing and productivity.  From breakfast to dinner here are some quick, delicious…

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Our Alumni
Making the Leap to Consulting After Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ
February 5, 2018

Learn more about this Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member’s journey from a national service gap year to consulting and how they…

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The Corps
Voices from the field: teaching’s challenges and rewards
November 20, 2017

Having caring adults who challenge students, while being supportive and encouraging, can make all the difference in educational success.

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners