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Welcome to our Transition Programs and Resources Page. Here you will find information on partner programs and well as volunteer opportunities at BT. Use the table of content below to jump to the opportunity you may be interested in.
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Junior Volunteer Leadership Program
Junior Volunteer Leadership Program
(Full program description is on the left and is 2 pages, be sure to scroll down!)
Junior VLP’s at Breakthrough have the unique opportunity to help BLPs in their lunchtime supervision duties, elective classes, after-school tutoring program, and special tasks for Friday events. This is a volunteer opportunity for current 8th-grade/rising 9th-grade students.
We are inviting rising 9th graders to join who:
Are able to commit to the entire summer program
Jr VLP Orientation: Sat, June 7th 8a - 4p AND June 16th - June 20th, 11a - 5p
Jr VLP Program: June 23rd - Aug 1st, approx. 11a - 4:30p
Have great organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to take initiative
Are interested in giving back to the BT community
Hope to become BLPs in the future!
How are Jr VLPs Selected?
Students interested in joining as a Junior VLP must apply thoughtfully using the application section within the 9th Grade Recommitment process via this form by April 1st. All applicants will be interviewed by a staff member. If selected, candidates will be asked to join us for JR VLP and BLP orientation. Only students who successfully complete orientation will then become Jr VLPs!
For more information, please feel free to contact Paola Bustos at paola@breakthroughsf.org with any questions.
Aim High Summer 2025
Aim High Summer 2025
Aim High is designed for current 5th – 8th middle school students who have limited access to summer enrichment. Our no-cost summer program ignites a love of learning and prepares students for success in middle school, high school, and beyond.
Applications for Summer 2025 are now open!
Call: 415-551-2301 | Email: admissions@aimhigh.org
9th Grade Entry and BT Alternative Programs
9th Grade Entry and BT Alternative Programs
Breakthrough High School Program
Breakthrough High School Program
BT is an 8-year commitment, and you are at the halfway point! But what do the next 4 years hold for you and your family? Our commitment to helping each student attend and graduate from a “best fit and most affordable” college includes a greatly scaled-down program to allow students to explore other support programs, commit more fully to sports and hobbies, and freely build their academic resumes in support of their college to career goals.
We also understand that, after 4 years, BT may no longer be the best fit for some of our students. We ask that all students complete our 9th Grade Recommitment Form to let us know if they plan to stay in BT or try other programs. If they decide that now is the time to take a step back from BT, know the door is always open if they wish to return in later grades. Have questions? Reach out to Yvania Choy, BLP Coordinator/HS Program Assistant (yvania@breakthroughsf.org)
Below are some other programs to consider for dual commitment with BT or singular commitment if BT is no longer a priority:
CollegeTrack San Francisco
CollegeTrack San Francisco
College Track is a free, comprehensive 10-year program that supports students from underserved communities to become the first in their family to earn a bachelor’s degree.
Who Can Be a College Track Scholar?
Applicants must be in the 9th grade
First-generation and/or from underserved household
Committed to earning a bachelor’s degree
What does "first-generation" mean?
Neither parent received a Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in the U.S.
What is an "underserved household"?
Household is at or below 275% of federal poverty guidelines
How Do I Apply for College Track?
Submit the online application between August 1st - October 31st
Participate in 2 rounds of interviews (individual & group activities)
Read/Respond to all messages from College Track within 3 days
Learn More and Apply Here: https://collegetrack.org/apply/
SEO Scholars
SEO Scholars
Starting in the ninth grade, we provide rigorous academic instruction, quality mentorship, and individualized advising to ensure that our Scholars are admitted to competitive colleges and experience a rich and rewarding college education.
Before you apply make sure you:
Are in the 9th grade
Attend a school within the SF / Bay Area
Have a GPA of at least 3.0
Have a household income lower than $130,000 per year
Application opens in September! Learn more and connect to their listserv for application updates here:
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