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A New Chapter Begins at Breakthrough
Every great story has chapters that shape who we become. As Breakthrough Central Texas enters its 25th year, we're turning the page to an exciting new chapter. Today, as the leading college access and success nonprofit in Central Texas, we're proud to unveil a...
My AmeriCorps Teaching Fellow Experience: Shawn
My name is Shawn, and this is my third summer as an AmeriCorps Teaching Fellow Breakthrough at the UT site, where I teach math. I am also a proud Breakthrough student! I currently go to Texas State University, majoring in Interior Design. I first heard of Breakthrough...
My Breakthrough Summer Experience: Daniil
Hi, My name is Daniil, and I am going to 9th grade at St. Stephens Episcopal School. I found out about Breakthrough from a meeting in my school where they introduced me to the program. I decided to apply to Breakthrough, because I want to get into a good high school...
Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin Awards Scholarships to 14 Breakthrough Recipients
Breakthrough is proud to celebrate a continued partnership with the Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin (PBKAAGA), which is helping expand access to higher education for our students. This year, PBKAAGA has awarded fourteen scholarships to outstanding...
Donor Spotlight: Michele Rosas at Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Rusche Foundation
For the Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Rusche Foundation, education has long been a cornerstone of its philanthropic vision — a value rooted in the belief, championed by previous generations, that opportunity begins with access to learning and support. As a Pathways to...
Breakthrough Student Voices on Capitol Hill: Why Pell Matters More Than Ever
In April, Breakthrough Central Texas traveled to Washington, D.C. for the National College Attainment Network (NCAN) Leadership Summit, joining hundreds of advocates from across the country committed to expanding college access and success. Building on the success of...