Experience Breakthrough
OBSERVE OUR PROGRAM
MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER ACADEMY VISITOR DAYS
The six-week, academically intensive summer program for middle school students is the cornerstone of Breakthrough’s program. During Visitors Days, community members are invited to observe our program in action, take a tour, and meet Breakthrough students and teaching fellows.
Tuesday, July 15 from 9:00–10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew’s (Upper)
Thursday, July 17 from 9:00–10:30 a.m. at Del Valle Opportunity Center
ENGAGE WITH OUR STUDENTS
HIGH SCHOOL EMERGING LEADERS
The Emerging Leaders program will help our 10th grade students develop life skills that are essential to their success in college and beyond. This year, students will take on the role of college recruiters and give their best pitch to persuade prospective students (community volunteers) to attend their campus. Students will demonstrate their college knowledge, leadership, and communication skills covered over our two-week program in a concise, refined presentation to adult volunteers and partners. Volunteers will have the opportunity to share meaningful feedback and vote for their top pitches..
Wednesday, July 2, 11:30–1:30 p.m. at UT Austin
Wednesday, July 23, 11:30–1:30 p.m. at Manor
BREAKTHROUGH INTERNSHIP NETWORK PRESENTATIONS OF LEARNING
The Breakthrough Internship Network is a collaborative internship program for Breakthrough and students 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.