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

Let’s be real. Living on a Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ stipend can be tough. Considering all the monthly fees for things such…
Read the storyA Baton Rouge program is working to set students on a path to success by providing academic support and creating…
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At the start of each year, each Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ site holds a Red Jacket Dedication ceremony where every Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ…
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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Today Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ New Orleans celebrates Future Teachers of America Day! Every year, 20% of our AmeriCorps members become teachers…
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Amber Cox first learned about Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ when she was pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business management at The College of New Jersey. It…
Read the storyWithout access to in-person schooling and the academic and social emotional supports that school provides, student engagement is more critical than…
Read the storyOur Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Los Angeles AmeriCorps members have been in virtual classrooms, helping our students maneuver remote learning, for over two months!
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Coming into Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ where the focus was student’s education came with a rollercoaster of emotions. You start to…
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We are thrilled to share a few highlights and shout-outs for our six school teams. Even in the face of…
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Are you thinking about living alone during your service in Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ? If yes, I highly encourage you to think…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ D.C. alum Lee Ann Rice shares why she chose to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ and how her service…
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