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

One of the benefits of serving with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is earning a Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps. Upon completion of…
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For Black History Month, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Philadelphia is honoring people and institutions that are African American pioneers in education, such as…
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When working on your Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ application, it’s important to share who you are, not just what you’ve done. Who…
Read the storyDr. Catherine Cushinberry attended a parent open house at Brownsville Road Elementary. It was an event hosted by the team…
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Working at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, we give so much of ourselves to a cause we truly believe in. This is why…
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On Monday, January 21, frigid winter temperatures were no match for nearly 1,000 volunteers who turned out for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ…
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Starting the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ experience, the thing I was most looking forward to being involved in was Leadership Lunch. I…
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We’re all settling down after recess. The hands on the clock hit 12:35 p.m. and four students stand up, each…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member Matthew Valenzuela, a product of selfless LAUSD educators, now proudly serves at his alma mater, Stevenson…
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October was LGBTQIA+ history month. It’s a great time to do some reflection and look at how far we have…
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps member Jessica Lazaro proudly follows her two sisters’ lead: being a compassionate, dependable and nurturing mentor for students.
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According to a new report by Attendance Works, 15% of all U.S. students — one out of seven — are…
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