Current Families
Return to School Family Announcement
Dear Families, Thank you for your continued support and collaboration during the pandemic. Please read below for an important update on BPS School Programming for the remainder of the school year, including new and expanded in-school learning opportunities for scholars. Data from last month’s Family Survey revealed that, while an overwhelming majority of families (73%)…
Important News About the CEO Transition at Breakthrough
Dear Breakthrough Family, In December 2020, Alan Rosskamm shared that, at his request, the BPS Board embarked on the process of looking for a successor to serve as the next CEO for Breakthrough Public Schools. Much has been accomplished during Alan’s tenure, and we are very grateful for his leadership. While our future is promising…
BPS Family Update – Feb 22, 2021
Dear families, We all know that Black History at Breakthrough is year-round. And, we also know that #BlackHistoryMonth is a time all our scholars spend even more time dedicated to pursuing coursework focusing on our Black History and celebrating Black Excellence. This week I wanted to shout out a few projects our scholars are undertaking,…
BPS Family Update – Refer a Friend!
Dear families, We need your help spreading the word! Do you know someone who is looking for a school to call home? Tell them about Breakthrough! We are SO thankful for our scholars and families and are always looking to grow our network. If every Breakthrough family gave 2 referrals, we could reach over 7,200…
BPS Family Update – Survey
Dear Families, Please take a few moments to share your input. This input, combined with staff input, as well as the vaccination roll-out plans for our staff and guidance from health experts, will help to inform our decision making. We are committed to communicating our plans for the remainder of the school year by the…
BPS Family Update – Feb 3, 2021
Thanks to all of the families who attended our first-ever Virtual Breakthrough BASH! With more than 2,000 households watching (nearly 5,000 individuals) it was quite an event! This 60 minute YouTube event featured MANY Breakthrough alumni who called in to participate, and helped raise enough money to pay a bonus to all of our teachers…
BPS Family Update – Jan 22, 2021
Dear Breakthrough Families, Thank you for your continued partnership as we navigate this unprecedented year. In keeping with our past practice, we will continually keep you updated on our latest plans regarding school at home vs returning to in person learning. Given several key factors, including ongoing high county risk levels and the questions about…
BPS Family Update – Message from our CEO
Dear Breakthrough Community, What we witnessed this week at the Capitol will live on in my mind forever. January 6, 2021, was my birthday, and forever more that day will have a new meaning in our nation’s history. This event, in so many ways, shined a light on realities we all know to be true…
BPS Family Update – Holiday Message
As we enter into this holiday break, please know how grateful we are for our entire community of families, scholars, and educators. This has been a year unlike any other, and we wouldn’t be able to get through it without the perseverance, creativity, and dedication you all demonstrate every day. With an abundance of gratefulness,…