DC AmeriCorps

01/05/2016

Start the year right by enjoying delicious seasonal ingredients! BuzzFeed has a list of healthy(ish) recipes to help you out. www.buzzfeed.com/christinebyrne/january-2016

Get 2016 off to a delicious, healthy(ish) start.

12/22/2015

Need something to bring to a holiday party? Save some money on ingredients by using what you already have in your pantry. Check out the Washington Post's holiday cookie generator for recipe ideas. http://tinyurl.com/hbwk5np

Find a recipe using your favorite ingredient, from chocolate chips to Sriracha.

12/18/2015

Thanks to everyone who came to yesterday's event! It was great to see State and National, City Year, Reading Partners, VISTA, AND alums represented.

Keep an eye out for our next event-- we'll share details here, on our Twitter account (), and in our newsletter. Don't get our newsletter? Sign up here: http://eepurl.com/bJdXlX

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12/17/2015

Please Attend the AmeriCorps/Alum Happy Hour this THURSDAY (Tomorrow!) at JackPot. Click link for more details and registration.

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/americorps-networking-happy-hour-tickets-19935291995?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=listing

Come on down to Jackpot Tavern in Gallery Place for our December AmeriCorps Networking Event! This event is designed to help you meet other AmeriCorps members and alumni currently serving in the area to start building your professional network. We hope to see you there! Drinks will not be provided;…

12/02/2015

For here is a quote by Isaac Rubin on the relationship between work and happiness. We hope it inspires you to continue the hard work we all do.

"Happiness does not come from doing easy work but from the afterglow of satisfaction that comes after the achievement of a difficult task that demanded our best." - Theodore Isaac Rubin quotes from BrainyQuote.com

05/24/2015

Happy Winners of the Raffle from the BBQ/Potluck! Thanks to everyone for coming out and those who helped make it possible!

05/23/2015

Today is the day for the BBQ! Don't forget to join us from 11 am- 2 pm at the Reeves Center for free food!

05/18/2015

Don't forget to register and invite your AmeriCorps friends and alums!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ML0hdpep0tUnJisjX39Ki-k_COHTx7zj6irGknQWRS0/viewform

Please join us for free food and a good time. This is a great event to meet fellow AmeriCorps members and discuss ways to be involved in DC AmeriCorps Alums. It will be Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 11 am- 2 pm at the Reeves Center (on the corner of 14th and U Street). We can't wait to see you there!

04/27/2015

You are invited to the DC AmeriCorps Network/DC AmeriCorps Alums event tomorrow, April 28 at 6 pm. Check it out:

Stop Networking and Start Building a Network
AmeriCorps Alums Washington, DC
Tuesday, April 28, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT)
More info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stop-networking-and-start-building-a-network-tickets-16471491675

Building a network is about knowing yourself, knowing your field and knowing others. It is authentically and intentionally cultivating a community that can not only support your career goals but also to work with to reach shared professional and community goals. This workshop will challenge you to rethink the concept of building a network, and give you pragmatic tools, tips and resources for life long career management and social capital development.

Building a network is about knowing yourself, knowing your field and knowing others. It is authentically and intentionally cultivating a community that can not only support your career goals but also to work with to reach shared professional and community goals. This workshop will challenge you to…

04/08/2015

The career fair was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who came out.

04/02/2015

Raquel hails from Fresno, California!

My name is Raquel Calles and I proudly serve on the Stanton Elementary School team, where Stanton is a habit!

"I am a City Year corps members and the reason I chose to work with this organization in particular is because I've been in the position that many of the students we work with are currently in. I've been looked down upon and told that I was destined to fail because of the areas in which I grew up in. I however persevered but realize that I wouldn't have been able to do that if it wasn't for the dedication and good faith in the few teachers that cared and believed in me."

"In return I'd like to be that person that students look back on and although maybe not make immediate changes now, will realize that there are people who are cheering on their successes and there to support during any fails."

"Education in our time, is a civil rights issue that ought to be addressed."

"My future plans are to attend law school and work for a non-profit that focuses on prisoners' rights."

Favorite Movie? Toy Story (all of them) :)
Favorite TV Show? Parks and Recreation
Favorite Book? Oh the Places You'll Go- Dr. Seuss
Favorite thing to do or see in DC? I actually have a 3 year old son and have found that going out sight-seeing at night is much more beautiful and my little buddy loves the lights, especially around the festive holiday season with the Christmas lights! The look and feel is amazing!
Favorite Quote? "Strength does not come from physical capacity it comes from indomitable will." Gandhi

Thank you Raquel for while we ,BandTheCity!

03/19/2015

Congratulations!

03/19/2015

Congratulations to our AmeriCorps Week Social Media Campaign Winners! Peter Sacco, Jamie Segarson and Sophie Thackray! They will be receiving some very cool AmeriCorps gifts!

The Social Media Contest will happen every week until the end of March! All you have to do is like our Social Media pages! The more pages you like, signup for and participate, the more entries you receive!

Facebook: DC AmeriCorps
Instagram: DCAmericorps
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Complete the DC Americorps Spotlight Form Here!
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Sign Up for DC Americorps Newsletter!
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Complete the DC Americorps Spotlight Form Here!

Take pictures of your service and Use and and !

We will be featuring DCALC members on the DC Americorps page to jump start our new social media campaign.

03/19/2015

Good Morning AmeriCorps! Today's Spotlight goes out to MONICA RAJAN, from Scarsdale, New York!

"I chose to serve with City Year because I enjoy working with children and wanted to gain experience teaching and admired their commitment to service and education."

What are your future plans? I studied music during my undergrad, so I would like to continue performing and find a way to combine my interests in education and service.

Favorite TV Show? Modern Family, Scandal
Favorite Book? Flying Solo
Favorite thing to do or see in DC? Kayaking on the Potomac
Favorite Quote: "We can do no great things, only small things with great love." --Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Fun Fact about yourself? "I was born on February 29th, so I only have a birthday once in four years! I also share this birthday with three other people in my family!" Wow! I think that is pretty amazing and rare!

Thank you for your service! Keep Monica!

03/18/2015

Yolanda Yetunde Olayinka is with Public Allies Maryland!

Yolanda chose to serve with Public Allies Maryland, because “I wanted a more hands on approach working in an organization and expanding through another service year.”

Hailing from Prince George's Country, Maryland, Yetunde wants to become a school counselor in the near future.

Favorite Movie? The Sound of Music
Favorite TV Show? The Blacklist
Favorite Thing to do or See in DC? Go on a random adventure, getting on the metro and just going anywhere!

Favorite Quote: Always have a purpose, never shadow box.

I have a built in navigation system, I can go anywhere once and remember how to get there again to the Tee!

03/13/2015

AMERICORPS SPOTLIGHT!

Tia Andrawis hails from Bolton, Connecticut and is a current Americorps Member who is with City Year!

What program did you choose to serve with and why? “I chose City Year because education is the most lethal weapon in the battle of poverty.”

Studying medicine is in her near future.
Favorite Movie:Good Will Hunting
Favorite TV Show: Curb Your Enthusiasm
Favorite Book: Matilda by Roal Dahl
Favorite Thing to Do in DC: Run by the monuments and pedal boating on the Potomac.

Thank you for your service and all that you do Tia!