Breakthrough Collaborative

📢We are excited to share our 2024 Teaching Fellow Alumni Report, which details the impact of our Teaching Fellowship and the experiences of Breakthrough alumni as teachers and education leaders.📝 As the nation's largest teacher pipeline program, Breakthrough Collaborative partners with 270+ colleges and universities each year to place and train more than 1,000 Teaching Fellows at 25 sites across the U.S. Did you know more than half of Breakthrough Teaching Fellows go on to teach full-time, with half identifying as teachers of color—more than double the national average of teachers of color? Learn more about our alumni and how Breakthrough Collaborative is strengthening and diversifying the teacher pipeline to advance education equity in the U.S. Click the link below to read the full report and like, comment and share with your network: https://ow.ly/xcCn50SpqiL #EducationEquity #TeacherPipeline #Alumni #BreakthroughAlumni #BreakthroughTogether

🌟 Breakthrough Collaborative’s National Conference is in the books!, We were thrilled to welcome over 100 attendees, including affiliate staff, national staff, and board members from across the country. Highlights of the day included diving into our strategic plan, reflecting on our collective impact, and fostering connections that will drive our work forward. As we begin day two, the energy is high and we’re excited to learn from and celebrate one another, as we envision the future of education. #BreakthroughTogether

At Breakthrough, we honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples around the world. On Indigenous Peoples Day, we reaffirm our commitment to educational equity and inclusion for all communities. By valuing diverse perspectives, we strengthen our mission to prepare future leaders who will drive positive change globally. #BreakthroughTogether #IndigenousPeoplesDay

This summer, Dennis Ugbaja, a social studies education major from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, brought his passion for teaching to Breakthrough Kent Denver. His experience working with seventh-grade students reaffirmed his commitment to education. Despite initial challenges like adjusting to new classroom management techniques and navigating cultural differences, Dennis was able to build meaningful connections with his students. Teaching African American history, he was able to cultivate curiosity and engagement, introducing students to the significance of HBCUs—something many of them had never encountered before. We're proud to have leaders like Dennis in the Breakthrough community! 💙💛 #BreakthroughTogether #FutureEducators #EducationalEquity

📊 A recent report from TNTP reveals a staggering 31% representation gap in our classrooms—52% of U.S. students are people of color, but only 21% of teachers reflect that diversity. At Breakthrough, we’re proud to be part of the solution! With 79% of our Teaching Fellows identifying as people of color, we're directly addressing the need for a diverse educator workforce that mirrors our student population. Together, we’re shaping the future of education! 💡 Read more here: https://ow.ly/95Qg50THbWy #BreakthroughTogether #TeacherDiversity #EdEquity

Today, we celebrate the incredible educators who inspire, guide, and lead the next generation of learners. At Breakthrough, we are proud to support aspiring teachers through our Teaching Fellowship, preparing them to become transformative leaders in education. Together, we are building a stronger, more diverse teacher pipeline, ensuring that every student has access to quality education. Let’s honor the educators shaping brighter futures today and every day! 🌟 #WorldTeachersDay #BreakthroughTeachers #EducationLeaders #BreakthroughTogether

Based on our recent summer survey results, 82% of Breakthrough students reported that they developed new skills that directly help them excel academically! 📚✨ From critical thinking to time management, our students are gaining the tools they need to succeed in school and beyond. Our dynamic programming not only prepares students for college but also equips them with lifelong skills to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. Together, we’re building brighter futures—one skill at a time. 💪 #BreakthroughTogether #EducationalEquity #StudentSuccess #CollegeReady

Exciting news from Capitol Hill! Last week, a bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced the Promoting Service through AmeriCorps Act (PSA Act) in both the Senate and the House. This bill, reauthorizing AmeriCorps programs through 2029, is a crucial step toward expanding opportunities for Americans to serve and strengthening pathways to education and employment. At Breakthrough, we are committed to building the next generation of education leaders and advocates. The PSA Act will support organizations like ours in bringing more AmeriCorps members into communities to increase educational access and opportunities. Reauthorizing AmeriCorps programs will support the expansion our Teaching Fellowship program, providing college students a viable path to the classroom and a solid foundation for success. Let’s celebrate this progress and thank the congressional champions who made it happen! #BreakthroughTogether #PSAAct #AmeriCorps

A recent report by the National Student Clearinghouse shows promising improvements in college enrollment rates among the class of 2022, particularly for underrepresented students. In fact, 56% of students from schools in underresourced communities enrolled in college within a year, up from 53.4% for the previous class. 🎓 At Breakthrough, we’re proud to see outcomes like these, which align with our mission to prepare students for college and life success. Our dynamic, student-centered model supports students—many of whom come from underrepresented backgrounds—on their path to higher education. Our commitment to equity and success doesn’t stop with enrollment. We’re ensuring that Breakthrough students not only get into college but are also equipped to thrive once they’re there. Together, we’re breaking down barriers and shaping the future of education. https://ow.ly/4UpQ50Trnwp #BreakthroughTogether #CollegeSuccess #EducationalEquity #FutureLeaders

Last week, our Board of Trustees came together with a focus on advancing Breakthrough's impact and sustainability. A highlight of the meeting was hearing from four remarkable alumni who shared how the program transformed their personal and professional journeys: Betty Hua, Daniel Carrillo, Lisa Ann Kim and Emily Stout. Daniel Carrillo Jr., now an advisor at UC San Diego, reflected on his experience as a Teaching Fellow, saying, 'For as much as I was teaching, we were all actually learning together.' From our Board to our affiliates and alumni, our collaborative community is committed to driving change and cultivating the next generation of education leaders and advocates. #BreakthroughTogether