By David M. Porter IV Program Coordinator, Breakthrough Central Texas 2021 has been a year for the record books. Although we may look back in years to come on both the good and the bad, my hope is that we will remember a year where change was championed to establish...
In 2000, Jessica Slade, a teacher with a master’s degree in Education Administration from the University of Texas, recognized a need in Central Texas schools. “Austin was becoming a beacon for economic development,” says Slade, “but it was striking to me that students...
2022 Student Recruitment is in full swing! As you know Breakthrough is an exciting and challenging journey that starts the summer before sixth grade and continues through high school and college. Each spring, students in surrounding districts are invited to apply for...
“I feel honored to be a part of this community. From middle school to graduating college with a degree in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M University, to beginning my career at Tesla, it would not have been possible if it wasn’t for Breakthrough....
Breakthrough expands Mental Health Services to remove barriers to affordable, high quality counseling for students “The crux of our work is building relationships with students. We don’t just offer academic support; we give holistic support. We care about our...
“In 7th grade, I and others took the monumental decision to sign a 12-year contract with an unknown non-profit that started in a small shack. I have never been so sure of that decision to sign that required contract so long ago.” Q & A How does it feel...
