More Than A Summer of Teaching

More Than A Summer of Teaching

Every summer, Teaching Fellows step into Breakthrough classrooms ready to teach, and they leave having learned just as much themselves. Across the country, this summer’s Teaching Fellows discovered new ways to lead, build relationships, adapt to challenges, and help...
Congressional Site Visits Showcase Breakthrough in Action

Congressional Site Visits Showcase Breakthrough in Action

This summer, 15 Breakthrough sites across the network welcomed congressional offices to see our work in action and connect with students, Teaching Fellows, and affiliate leaders. These visits helped policymakers understand the impact of creating environments where...
A Summer of Connection & Growth

A Summer of Connection & Growth

This summer, thousands of students and Teaching Fellows came together across 43 Breakthrough sites nationwide to learn, grow, and make lasting connections. We’re spotlighting two Minnesota affiliates — Breakthrough Twin Cities and Breakthrough Saint Paul — to share a...
Coming Full Circle: Sarah’s Breakthrough Story

Coming Full Circle: Sarah’s Breakthrough Story

Sarah never planned to attend Breakthrough San Juan Capistrano. Today, she is helping lead it. As College Access Program Manager, Sarah spends her days preparing students and Teaching Fellows for experiences that may change their lives–just like Breakthrough changed...
Breakthrough Awarded AmeriCorps State and National Grant

Breakthrough Awarded AmeriCorps State and National Grant

We are grateful to announce the approval of our AmeriCorps State and National grant for summer 2027, which will provide more than $1 million in support for Teaching Fellows across participating affiliates. This grant will serve seven affiliates–Greater Boston, Denver,...