Welcome to
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A place where scholars think deeply, build strong relationships, and grow with support.

Active. Intentional. Personalized.

Welcome to Southeast!

At Breakthrough Southeast, classrooms are full of energy. Scholars talk through ideas, work together, and learn by doing, taking an active role in their learning while caring teachers guide and support them as they explore, solve problems, and grow.

  • Building Address

    15700 Lotus Drive
    Cleveland, OH 44128

  • Neighborhood

    Lee Harvard

  • Main Office Phone

Daily Schedule
Academic Calendar
Staffing Model
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Experience the Lion Spirit

Learning at Southeast is active, collaborative, and full of energy. Scholars talk through ideas, work together, learn by doing, and take the lead in solving problems—with caring teachers there to guide and support them along the way.

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Want to see more?

We would love to welcome you to our school. Schedule an in-person school visit or start your enrollment application using the links below.

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Our Values in Action

We Embrace a Growth Mindset

At Breakthrough, we believe every scholar is capable of meaningful, challenging work. We set high expectations and provide the support scholars need to rise to them.

At Southeast, scholars do the heavy lifting of thinking. Teachers guide and support them as they explore ideas and solve problems, helping scholars build the skills and confidence to take an active role in their own learning.

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Learning Beyond the Basics

Why Choose Southeast

Southeast gives scholars opportunities to explore technology, engineering, and creative problem-solving through hands-on experiences that connect what they learn in school to the world beyond the classroom.

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Create & Express

Music is part of every K–8 scholar's week, giving scholars an opportunity to learn and express themselves beyond their core academic subjects.

Connect & Grow

Social-emotional learning is part of every K–8 scholar's week, helping scholars understand their feelings and build positive relationships.

Morning meetings give scholars time to build friendships, practice talking with others, and learn to handle big emotions.

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Stay & Discover

Southeast scholars have access to high-quality, engaging, and enriching after-school programs through various partners. However your child thrives, we have an after-school program that meets their needs.

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Homework help, meals, activities, clubs & field trips.

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Homework help, fitness, meals & enrichment.

Play Outside

Keeping moving is essential to a wonderful learning environment. Scholars enjoy daily gym class, playground time, and teams including basketball, volleyball, cheer, flag football, and track.

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Our Values in Action

We Commit to Excellence

At Breakthrough, excellence means being intentional in how we teach, learn, and grow. We hold ourselves to a high standard because every scholar deserves our very best.

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At Southeast, intentional teaching means helping scholars understand not just what they're learning, but why it matters. Caring teachers explain how each lesson connects to scholars' bigger goals, while consistent expectations and support create an environment where scholars can stay focused and keep growing.

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Strong Start, Bright Future

Academics Built for Growth

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Breakthrough Southeast combines rigorous daily instruction with personalized practice, regular progress checks, and targeted support to help every scholar grow.

  • English/Language Arts

    90 minutes every day.
    Wit and Wisdom curriculum, plus iReady practice and daily independent reading.

  • Mathematics

    75 minutes every day.
    Ready Math, plus iReady practice and a daily fluency warm-up.

  • Tangible Growth

    Southeast uses iReady and M-Class screeners, unit tests, and benchmark tests in grades 3–8 to monitor progress.

Extra Supports and Expanded Student Services

Two teachers in K–2 classrooms provide more support, safety, and personalized feedback. In upper grades, intervention specialists push into classrooms to provide targeted help and boost learning.

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Kindergarten Through Career

We're In This Together.

Breakthrough supports scholars and families every step of the way— from building strong partnerships on day one to preparing for success in high school, college, and career.

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Family Partnership

Breakthrough promises regular communication from the network and the school, along with family events, keeps families informed. You child's school leaders are visible and accessible, building strong partnerships that support scholar success.

Beyond Breakthrough 

Our Kindergarten-through-Career approach doesn't end in eighth grade. Our Beyond Breakthrough program supports scholars through high school, college, and career.

Discover What's Possible

Enroll at Southeast

Your Choice Starts Here. Choosing Breakthrough Southeast means your child will belong, learn, and lead from day one.

Contact the Family Experience Team