Mar 19, 2026
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... 
Mar 19, 2026
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... 
Jan 9, 2026
Breakthrough was a defining experience for Jassmin Del Rio, as a professional and as a person. She was first a Breakthrough student in middle school, when she found such a deep sense of community and purpose that she went on to become a Teaching Fellow while in... 
Jan 9, 2026
Diana Barriga’s years at Breakthrough were full of career epiphanies. Throughout her time as a Teaching Fellow (2012 and 2013) and later as a staff member (2014-2016), Diana supported young people in a range of ways: teaching middle school math, serving as a mentor,... 
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... 
Jan 30, 2025
Breakthrough Collaborative’s Teaching Fellowship offers more than just a summer internship—it’s a life-changing experience preparing young people to lead in education and beyond. Want to learn more? Here are five key reasons why our fellowship stands apart. 1.... 