BREAKTHROUGH'S IMPACT
Breakthrough is passionate about inspiring and supporting Scholars’ goals and dreams. We are eager to witness Scholars’ excitement about a science lesson, hear thoughtful career questions asked of guest speakers, and see friendships form.
And the same goes for Teaching Fellows. Seeing Fellows refine their teaching approach and style over time -- all the while building strong relationships with their students -- is a joy to watch!
SCHOLAR AND TEACHING FELLOW IMPACT
1,675
Number of students served in Philadelphia over the past 30 years
84%
Scholars admitted to 1s or 2nd choice high school*
100%
Scholars plan to attend select high schools*
+11%
percent average GPA increase from last summer
+19%
increase in average SAT scores after Breakthrough College Bound test prep
232
hours of community service completed by College Bound Scholars
*of BTGP 8th grade class who were surveyed, Summer 2025
INSIGHTS FROM BREAKTHROUGH
STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
When we think about Breakthrough’s impact, there’s nothing like hearing from Scholars, Teaching Fellows, and Families.
BRINGING TOGETHER SCHOLARS AND TEACHING FELLOWS
When Breakthrough brings these two special groups together – middle/high school Scholars and college student Teaching Fellows – the learning environment transforms and the energy is palpable and contagious! As Scholars often remark, it is their Teaching Fellows who leave a lasting impression, serving as near-peer role models and cheerleaders, and making academic lessons interesting and impactful. Teaching Fellows often share similar sentiments as they reflect on this unique opportunity to be lead teachers in a classroom, work closely and collaboratively with students and peers, and consider their careers in education.
