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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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First Week Wins at Stephens Elementary
September 16, 2025

The first week of school sets the tone for the year ahead, and at Stephens Elementary, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ AmeriCorps members…

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The Corps
First Week Wins at J.A. Fair K-8 Preparatory School

The start of a new school year means new routines, new classrooms, and plenty of opportunities to connect. At J.A….

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First Week Wins at Jacksonville Middle School
September 15, 2025

The first week of school always brings energy, challenges, and fresh opportunities. At Jacksonville Middle School (JMS), nearly 1,000 students…

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The Corps
First Week Wins at Jacksonville Elementary School
September 12, 2025

The start of the school year at Jacksonville Elementary School (JES) has been filled with energy, growth, and connection for…

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Our Impact
Point of View: AmeriCorps must be preserved and protected in Baton Rouge
September 8, 2025

By Anna Johnson The devastating cuts made earlier this year to the voluntary national service program, AmeriCorps, are now widely…

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The Corps
Back to school checklist for tutors, mentors and role models
September 4, 2025

So, you’re about to start your first year as a tutor, mentor or student success coach, working closely with K-12…

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The Corps
Creating and maintaining positive mentor-mentee relationships
September 2, 2025

Why I serve with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ and what my day looks like When my alarm goes off at 5:45 each…

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Our Impact
Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Bay Area Celebrates at the 49ers Foundation’s Annual Players for a Purpose Event
August 28, 2025

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Bay Area had the honor of participating in the 49ers Foundation’s Annual Kickoff: Players for a Purpose event…

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Our Impact
Welcome Emmanuel Ojo, Our New Impact Manager!

We’re excited to welcome Emmanuel Ojo to the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Bay Area team as our newest Impact Manager! Emmanuel brings…

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Our Impact
Alumni Corner: Bernadette Castillo

This month, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Bay Area is thrilled to welcome a familiar face into a new role. Bernadette Castillo, who…

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Our Alumni
Reflecting on a Year of Service: Caitlyn Johnson
August 26, 2025

For many AmeriCorps members, a year of service means early mornings in classrooms. For Caitlyn Johnson, it meant paintbrushes, teamwork,…

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An elementary school student wearing a bow and a backpack high-fives several AmeriCorps members as she arrives at school on time
Our Impact
Building trusting and consistent relationships with students  
August 25, 2025

When I started my second year of service with Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Milwaukee, I knew that building relationships with students was…

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