Testimonials

What current CORPS members have to say about the program:


Lizzy Cantor
George Washington University ’09
Psychology & Criminal Justice

CoaHCORPS is exactly the type of program that I was looking for upon college graduation. It was important to me to have an opportunity where I was guaranteed at least a couple of friends, which CoaHCORPS has more than provided. City on a Hill is a phenomenal school with a dedicated staff as well as students who are invested in their own future. While I do not plan to pursue the field of secondary education, this year of service as a tutor/teacher can allow tutors to make an educated decision about whether this field in general, or urban education specifically, is of interest to them for their futures. For tutors like me who do not plan to teach, this year is about exploring the city of Boston and being a positive influence for a group of young people who have not been afforded all of the opportunities they deserve.


Kate Funderburk
Harvard University ’07
Archeology
Lead Tutor (2nd year)

What I like best about CoaHCORPS...

  • working together with a faculty that really wants to make a difference in students' lives
  • hanging out with other tutors
  • the kids!
  • re-learning my parts of speech
  • being a super nerd
  • forcing it
  • town meeting!
  • having the best stories out of all my friends
  • smiling

Francis Pina
Boston University '09
Economics

My work at CoaH is personally rewarding because I not only went to a local college, but I am originally from Boston. I feel I relate directly with my students and serve as a local example of achievement.


Elena Sicairos
Clark University ’09
Psychology, minor in Race & Ethnic Relations

As someone who grew up in Boston, coming back from school to give back to my community was very important to me. Being a CoaHCORPS member has allowed me to take my experiences and strengths to help today's Boston youth. It has been a challenging, rewarding, and fun experience thus far. I believe I have learned as much from the students as they have learned from me.


Megan Toyama
Scripps College ’09
Politics & International Relations

CoaHCORPS has not only eased, but enhanced my transition to the Boston area. As a Californian, I was hesitant to move across the country to a city I had only visited once! However, thanks to CoaHCORPS, I was able to connect with the 20 other CORPS members and make housing arrangements well before the school year began. I live with three other CORPS members, with whom I commute to/from school, collaborate when lesson planning, and lean on for support as the challenges and obstacles of teaching arise. Together, our cohort has built a strong community--making CoaHCORPS an ideal first teaching experience.