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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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Benefits & Resources
How Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ really prepares you for “the real world”
October 23, 2019

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ strongly believes in the idea that it takes a village to raise a child, so it is invaluable…

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The Corps
Three reasons I decided to serve another Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ

After a month of exploring my options, three reasons inspired my decision to apply and serve another city year.

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Benefits & Resources
Find what fulfills you

Here are some of the ways Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ San Antonio AmeriCorps members take care of themselves to ensure we bring…

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The Corps
The top ten greetings students give Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ

At Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, we AmeriCorps members love greeting our students with “good mornings,” and a round of Power Greeting.

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A group of AmeriCorps members chat as they walk across the school playground.
The Corps
Bittersweet endings

I’m bitter because it’s April. That means there are TWO months left of service.

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Our Impact
My starfish story

My first day in my new classroom was both exciting and overwhelming.

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Education
The benefits of a high school degree

$10,386. Statistics from a 2012 Frontline PBS article show that if you drop out of high school chances are that…

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The Corps
Speak

Time waits for no man At least that’s what they say This cause deserves applause but at times I question…

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AmeriCorps members together outside of school
The Corps
My Gap Year: The corner of passion and discovery
December 3, 2018

Taking a gap year in national service can supply valuable experiences that allow Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members to discover and…

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The Corps
Why I’m fired up to serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ San Antonio
October 15, 2018

Meioshia grew up in San Antonio, and this year decided to return to her home city to serve other students…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners