Experience Breakthrough: Tour our program or Volunteer at one of our summer programs

Summer is an exciting time for Breakthrough, as hundreds of middle school, high school and college students kick off their summer learning with us. We would love for you to share in their experience and see our programs in action!

As the culmination of Breakthrough’s summer program, students at each grade level demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have developed by participating in Presentations of Learning. Community volunteers are asked to provide essential feedback on student presentations.

ENGAGE WITH OUR STUDENTS 

10th GRADE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

Monday, July 22, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Applied Materials

The Leadership Institute will help our 10th grade students develop life skills that are essential to their success in college and beyond. At the end of the program, students participate in one-on-one interviews with community members, a unique opportunity to interact with professionals and gain valuable feedback on their communication and leadership skills.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM

Wednesday, July 24, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Del Valle Middle School (Del Valle ISD)

Thursday, July 25, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Manor Middle School 

Friday, July 26, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, St. Andrew’s Upper School

Friday, July 26, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, UT Austin

During the summer, students in grades 6-9 work on in-depth academic projects, and prepare brief presentations for community members. This is a valuable opportunity for students to practice their communication skills and put their knowledge to the test.

FUTURE FOCUS COLLEGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Tuesday, August 13, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, SolarWinds  

Future Focus is a collaborative internship program for Breakthrough and KIPP Collegiate high school graduates to gain invaluable professional experience through paid internships at businesses in the Austin area. At the conclusion of these internships, students will give presentations on what the experience taught them to a panel of volunteers. 

TRAINING AND LUNCH PROVIDED FOR VOLUNTEERS