Meet Lisa Maria: From Classroom to Community Impact

Meet Lisa Maria: From Classroom to Community Impact

Lisa Maria Rhodes never expected to become an educator. But her experience as a Breakthrough Miami Teaching Fellow changed her trajectory. Teaching alongside peers and mentors gave her practical skills and a clear understanding of how to support young people. That...
Meet Zaniya: Discovering a Calling Through the Teaching Fellowship

Meet Zaniya: Discovering a Calling Through the Teaching Fellowship

Zaniya always knew that she wanted to be a teacher. A self-described teacher’s pet from the start, she always could see the magic in teaching and would share this dream with people she trusted. But well-meaning mentors steered her away: teaching meant being overworked...
Meet Breyanna: Turning Support into Purpose and Advocacy

Meet Breyanna: Turning Support into Purpose and Advocacy

This spring, Breyanna will accomplish a milestone she’s dreamed of since she was a middle schooler. When she graduates from Huston-Tillotson University in Austin, she will be the first in her family to graduate college. The path here started more than a decade ago for...
Meet Sah’Quarian: Building Confidence and Direction at Breakthrough

Meet Sah’Quarian: Building Confidence and Direction at Breakthrough

When Sah’Quarian or “Que” first walked into Breakthrough Atlanta, he was a shy middle schooler looking to find his footing. He was quiet, unsure of himself, and searching for where he fit. That first summer changed everything.  In Breakthrough, Que found a community...
A Week of Learning & Leadership in Houston

A Week of Learning & Leadership in Houston

It was a full and inspiring week in Houston for the Breakthrough community. Program leaders from across the country gathered for Spring Training, preparing for the summer ahead and deepening their practice as they get ready to train our Instructional Coaches and...
Teach for a Summer. Lead for a Lifetime.

Teach for a Summer. Lead for a Lifetime.

Are you a college student looking to grow as a leader and make a tangible difference this summer?  Become a Breakthrough Teaching Fellow! This paid, hands-on, high-support teaching opportunity is open to undergraduates of all majors ready for a meaningful summer...