Breakthrough for your child

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I felt good about creating a safe environment in my class, where even the quiet students felt comfortable speaking and sharing personal stories. The students and other teachers inspired me to work for educational equity in the future.

- Mika Weissbuch, Mt. Holyoke College 2011, former Breakthrough teacher

 

Upcoming Events

January 7 - Alumni Reunion

Come together for a fun morning with students and teachers past and present. 10 am - 12 pm at SFDS.
 
January 26 - Back to School Bash
Hear important updates and sign up for spring semester classes! 5:30 - 6:30 pm at SFDS.

How to apply

 

The admissions process is now open for students interested in starting at Breakthrough in summer 2012. Applicants must be fourth graders at public or parochial schools in San Francisco.

 

 

Application Deadlines:

Round 1 - Due December 16 - Buena Vista, George Peabody, E.R. Taylor

 

Round 2 - Due February 10 - all other schools

 

Download the 2012 application:

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For more information, please contact Jenee Woo Scott, Director of Student Support.