Breakthrough Austin, a tuition-free
education program that strives to create first generation college graduates, is
now accepting applications for new students. Each year the organization admits
60 high potential, low income, sixth graders and makes a commitment to help
them get to and succeed in college. Rising 7th,
8th and 9th graders attend a rigorous, six-week academic summer program at
The University of Texas at Austin.
During the school year, students attend
Saturday workshops, receive individualized academic support and attend after
school tutoring at the Breakthrough office. During their 8th grade year,
Breakthrough helps students apply to rigorous public and private high schools
in Austin. All Breakthrough programs are free to accepted students.
Breakthrough seeks highly motivated
students to participate in three six-week summer programs before 7th, 8th and
9th grade. For students who attend school in Austin ISD, the application deadline is February 1, 2013.
Dates for 2013 Breakthrough Program for
Middle School Students:
Summer
Program: June 24 – August 2
Celebration:
Saturday: August 3 (family and friends invited!)
School
Year Program: 6 Saturday events, 3 parent meetings and ongoing homework help
To see if your child
is a good candidate and to apply for Breakthrough, download the application on
their How to Apply page. For more information on Breakthrough, visit their website.
