Aug 16, 2025
By Vince Marigna, CEO We often hear words like “unprecedented” or talk about navigating uncertainty. But right now, those phrases feel especially true. One of the biggest questions we’re facing—as educators, families, and communities—is about the very purpose of... 
Jul 31, 2025
Nearly 50 years ago, Breakthrough Collaborative was founded with a bold vision: to expand educational opportunity by investing in both students and the aspiring educators who support them. What started as a single site in San Francisco has grown into a national... 
Apr 16, 2025
Last month, program staff from across the Breakthrough network came together for Spring Training 2025, a hybrid professional development experience designed to prepare teams for the critical work of supporting Teaching Fellows this summer. The event kicked off with a... 
Apr 16, 2025
The landscape of teacher preparation is evolving, and Breakthrough Collaborative is at the forefront of innovating pathways into the profession. As of November 2021, “K-12 Teacher” has been designated as an occupation eligible for registered apprenticeship programs by... 
Apr 16, 2025
As the national teacher shortage continues to challenge schools and communities, Breakthrough Collaborative is taking bold steps to expand pathways into the profession. One of the ways we’re making a difference is through our growing partnership with Teach For America... 
Apr 16, 2025
Breakthrough Atlanta alumna Crystal Rountree—now CEO of Jumpstart—shares how one summer as a Breakthrough Teaching Fellow in Atlanta shaped her path in education and leadership. From reconnecting with former students to reflections on mentorship, Crystal’s story is a... 