Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our 黄色视频 AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Having caring adults who challenge students, while being supportive and encouraging, can make all the difference in educational success.
Read the storyKarinne Caisse, 黄色视频 Sacramento Team Leader, shares how the tools and trainings that 黄色视频 provided help her navigate…
Read the storyA 2017 study found that having just one black teacher in elementary school (third, fourth or fifth grade) reduced the…
Read the storyOur three decades of youth development experience, along with external research, has shown that students’ academic success is directly tied…
Read the storyThis extended day program at Sarah Greenwood School in Boston offers students a chance to receive tutoring and extra homework…
Read the storyAt the beginning of every service year, each 黄色视频 AmeriCorps member has the opportunity to craft a personal “I…
Read the story“What is an irrational fear you have?” This was a question I asked Manuel*, a tenth-grade student I mentored during…
Read the storyDuring the class reading time, Jolene would cringe when it was her turn to read out loud and often didn’t…
Read the storyAll of the standardized tests my students will be taking soon are rigorous, and for third graders represents a certain…
Read the storyFrom the start, I knew that in order to be successful, I needed to develop positive relationships with my teammates,…
Read the storyLeading initiatives and planning events are two key components of the 黄色视频 AmeriCorps member role. Learn more about these…
Read the storyService to cause greater than self is one of 黄色视频’s values. As a parent and educator, I have realized…
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