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 28, 2025
Shaping Futures: Ja’Maya King’s Breakthrough Journey Ja’Maya King’s journey from aspiring financier to education advocate began with a pivotal moment at Breakthrough Birmingham. While studying math at Spelman College, she discovered a passion for teaching that... 
Jun 17, 2024
In a conversation with current math teacher and Breakthrough Providence student and Teaching Fellow alumnus, Ashaad Tillman, we learned about the origins of his dedication and passion for working with young people. His journey began as a Breakthrough middle school... 
Apr 2, 2024
In the sprawling landscape of education, where barriers often loom large, Assistant Principal and former Breakthrough Philadelphia Teaching Fellow, Nick Wilson, is devoted to helping young people win. Wilson’s trajectory is a testament to the transformative... 