College Bound ....

As many students prepare for college and/or next level experiencing beyond high school. It is imperative that we explore our options. After high school, I was not ready for college. I honestly did not apply to college until mid August. I was not intrigued with the idea of just completing 12 years of school and returning for 4 (or more years). College was expensive and I had no money. College just seemed like massive headache to pursue. I was more interested in finding a job and working! Well... turns out with the help of CYD, I was able to learn the benefits of attending college, earn money and work! City Year also provided housing within miles of the work area.

City Year Detroit was a life changing experiencing! It provided me with both the opportunity to work and earn money for college. It also provided me with a unique confidence that encourage me to believe that ALL my dreams were possible. I had the pleasure of meeting lifetime friends and mentors. I attended several workshops and travelled the world. Most importantly, I was able to make a positive impact in the lives of other. Over 5 years later, I am still using monies from AmeriCorps to help with college experiences.

Here is more about the organization, found at www.CITYYEAR.org

City Year corps members are as diverse a group as the communities they serve. We’re looking for you if you want to give back, work alongside a diverse group of people and are ready to change the world. Our corps members must also meet these eligibility requirements. To participate, you must:

• Have a college degree or have attended some college, have a high school or diploma or GED, or be willing to earn a GED
• Be able to dedicate 10 months to full-time service
• Be between the ages of 17 and 24
• Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident alien
• Have served no more than 3 terms in another AmeriCorps, NCCC or VISTA program
• Agree to a background or security check

Previous experiences with service, tutoring, mentoring and leadership help strengthen candidacy.

As a City Year corps member, you can expect to be challenged both personally and professionally. Your City Year will be demanding – so you’ll have to be strong, disciplined, and committed to serve 1,700 hours over a 10-month period. However, your year as a City Year corps member will also be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. You will have the opportunity to:

• Pledge to serve schools and communities
• Be a role model, tutor and mentor to kids 
• Plan and run after-school programs
• Coordinate and lead community service projects
• Engage citizens to volunteer
• Be inspired by your teammates, an energetic and idealistic culture and build friendships that will last a lifetime
• Develop leadership skills, by leading and following
• Prove that young people can change the world

City Year corps members come from all over the United States to serve in one of 21 U.S. locations. Some choose to serve at a location close to their hometown, while others decide to relocate to new cities.

Please check it out!!!