As a corps member, you will commit to a minimum of 1,700 hours of service over a 10-month period starting in late August. Service opportunities vary based on the needs of a site or community.
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Here are some highlights of a year of service with City Year:
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
Basic Training Academy – To prepare corps members for their year of service
SEPTEMBER
Opening Day – Officially launches the year of service as corps members begin their work in schools and neighborhoods
JANUARY
Advanced Training Academy – To share best practices and prepare to finish the year strong
FEBRUARY – APRIL
Camp City Year – Organized and led by corps members, these weeklong programs are run during school vacations to give students a safe, structured, positive learning environment while they are not in school
JUNE
cyzygy – City Year’s annual convention brings corps members from across the country and South Africa together for a celebration of their year of service
Graduation – Marks the completion of a successful year of service as corps members officially become proud alumni and leaders for life