Experience Breakthrough: Tour our program or Visit our office

BREAKTHROUGH BEHIND THE SCENES

 Breakthrough Behind the Scenes is a quarterly series of conversations, hosted at our East Austin headquarters, where we pull back the curtain on our mission, featuring a different topic each quarter. You will learn about our innovative, long-term approach to creating first-generation college graduates, meet alumni and program leadership, and hear about ways to make a difference for our Breakthrough students and community.

MAY BEHIND THE SCENES

Quarterly Topic: This quarter, we’re focusing on advising, mental health, and student support during Mental Health Awareness Month. Discover how we prioritize student well-being, ensuring Breakthrough students have the resources to thrive academically and emotionally. Don’t miss this insightful discussion, where we’ll highlight the intersection of students’ academic success, mental health awareness, and college and career success.

Date: Friday, May 3

Time: 9 AM – 10:30 AM

Location: Breakthrough Office, 1050 E. 11th Street, Suite 350, Austin, Texas 78702

OBSERVE OUR PROGRAM

Middle School Summer Academy Visitors Days

Thursday, June 27 from 8:30–10:00 a.m. at UT Austin
Tuesday, July 16 from 8:30–10:00 a.m. at Manor ISD (location to be announced)
Thursday, July 18 from 8:30–10:00 a.m. at St. Andrews Upper School

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.

ENGAGE WITH OUR STUDENTS

HIGH SCHOOL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

Thursday, June 13, 11:30-1:30 p.m. at Del Valle (50 volunteers needed)
Wednesday, July 3, 11:30-1:30 p.m. at UT Austin (50 volunteers needed)
Thursday, July 25, 11:30–1:30 p.m. at Manor (waitlist) 

The Leadership Institute 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.

Training & Lunch provided for volunteers