Wherever you are in your education or career, you're part of the Breakthrough community!
Beyond Breakthrough is here for YOU!
We Support Scholars Kindergarten Through Career!
Beyond Breakthrough was created exclusively for Breakthrough Alumni. On this page, you can learn more about Beyond Breakthrough's mission and team.
For a “one stop shop” with info on scholarships, networking, support, internships, employment, connecting with your classmates, activities and more, visit Beyond Breakthrough's standalone website.
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Welcome, Alumni!
Our Mission
Beyond Breakthrough empowers the Breakthrough alumni community to identify and pursue their dreams through a supportive network of partners and innovative programming dedicated to their success.
Our Vision
All Breakthrough alumni will thrive through discovering and passionately pursuing their dreams.
Our Network of Support
Friends of Breakthrough (FOB) champions the Breakthrough alumni network through their program, Beyond Breakthrough. This program for alumni reinforces Breakthrough’s Kindergarten through career approach, providing vital support to scholars as they transition through high school, college, and beyond!
Our Services
While your official time at Breakthrough ends after eighth grade, we remain committed to providing guidance and support as you move onto the next stage of your life! That is why Beyond Breakthrough exists, just for you!
We're here to provide helpful resources including:
- Information about upcoming networking events
- Scholarship information
- Tips for success in high school, college and beyond
- Advice and support for career seekers
- Career prep courses
- Direct access to partner employers and job opportunities
- Fun alumni events like reunions and more
Let's get you where you need to be! Select from the options below to be directed to the appropriate set of Beyond Breakthrough resources!
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Meet the Team
The Breakthrough Alumni Success Team is here to support you on your journey beyond Breakthrough. Please find our information below!
Brittany Hurd
Chief Alumni Success Officer
Jillian Keller
Senior Director, Postsecondary Success
Cullin Fish
Managing Director, High School Success
Nate Bartley
Director, Data & Salesforce Administration
Lori Lawson
Director, High School Placement
Reginald Shumpert
Managing Director, High School Placement
Jessica Vaughn
Program Manager
Jayda Wimbley
Manager, Alumni Success
St. Martin de Porres High School
Jenna Martinez
Manager, High School Success
Jasmine Stephens
Coordinator, High School Placement
Stay Connected!
For Alumni
SHARE YOUR STORY
Beyond Breakthrough also aims to provide a wide variety of stories and fun updates about what alumni are up to and how they paved the road to success following their time at Breakthrough. We hope their stories will empower you to strive to reach your own goals. Just know that whatever those goals are, we believe in you and we are here for you!
Do you have a personal story to share? Contact us via email below or drop us a DM on social media. We can’t wait to hear from you!
JOIN OUR EMERGING LEADERS
As an alumnus, you know the power of a Breakthrough education. Join our Emerging Leaders group to be part of the next generation helping to transform education in Cleveland! This dynamic network of young professionals champions educational equity and prepares scholars for choice-filled lives. By volunteering, networking with community leaders, and supporting our mission, you will make a direct, meaningful impact on Breakthrough scholars and develop valuable leadership skills. Choose a free Social Membership or the $150/year minimum Leadership Membership to start making a difference today!
For Employers
Beyond Breakthrough has formed strategic partnerships with many local employers who seek a motivated, educated, and diverse workforce. Partner Employers have unique opportunities to gain access to Breakthrough alumni looking to move forward on their career path.
For Community Partners
Want to stay in the know? Follow us on social media for real-time updates on upcoming events, Partner Employer updates, resources to help you on your journey after BPS, and more!
Follow Us
Follow all of the BPS Alumni channels on social media. Connect with BPS alums, get up to date information on upcoming events and networking opportunities, and see what amazing things our alumni are up to across Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.