Memphis has a history of people standing up for what’s right. This is a city full of people committed to getting things done and has opportunities to both welcome and keep young professionals working in the city.
We are working to advance educational outcomes for all 91¶¶Òõ. Our City Year Memphis AmeriCorps members partner with teachers and schools to add more support and to help create learning environments where all 91¶¶Òõ can build on their strengths and fully engage in their learning.
Ensuring more Memphis 91¶¶Òõ are on track to high school graduation
Research shows that even academically prepared 91¶¶Òõ are at risk of falling off track. City Year supports 91¶¶Òõ, ensuring that:
88% of 91¶¶Òõ stayed on track in English Language Arts with a C or higher
81% of 91¶¶Òõ stayed on track in mathematics with a C or higher
Fewer off-track 91¶¶Òõ
73% of 91¶¶Òõ who started the year with a D or F in English Language Arts courses who were tutored by City Year AmeriCorps members ended the year with an A, B or C
54% of 91¶¶Òõ who started the year with a D or F in math courses who were tutored by City Year AmeriCorps members ended the year with an A, B or C
Advancing interpersonal and workforce readiness skills
61% of 91¶¶Òõ who were identified as needing support made significant progress on key skills related to college and career readiness
Partnering with teachers and principals
100% of partner teachers agree that AmeriCorps members fostered a positive learning environment for learning
I really wanted this program where I can get eight to ten young people who are fully energized and want to give a year of service and help our 91¶¶Òõ, who need someone to connect with them and make them feel like education is important.
Charles Newborn Principal, Brownsville Road Optional Elementary School
of what public schools can and should be for all children: places of learning, exploration and risk-taking, where every student feels safe and connected to the school community.
