The Wage Gap is growing: In 1980, a college graduate earned 29% more than a high school graduate. In 2006, that number is 55%.

“Breakthrough is ingrained in my soul. I was a student for two years, and after I graduated, I just couldn't bring myself to break away from the program that gave me so much guidance during my awkward, formative middle-school years. Being a Breakthrough teacher is an experience that I wish every person could experience.”
Monica
Ft. Worth Teacher '09, Brown University

Careers

Stimulus Money - Right in the Middle of the Big Debate

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 04/03/2009 - 06:11

The guidelines for the education spending in the stimulus package are out, and we now have the clearest picture of the priorities of the Federal Government in the coming years:

Obama: US Must Improve Schools to Compete

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/12/2009 - 01:34

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Obama's five pillars of the education plan (full text here):
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Mentornship

Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/09/2009 - 09:57

I like it.  I think it works for Breakthrough: http://twitter.com/bobulate/status/1280455190

HCZ and Obama/Duncan

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 03/06/2009 - 02:54

Check out President Obama's plan for expanding the Harlem Children's Zone service model across the country.

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Obama and Teacher Pay

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 02/27/2009 - 06:51

Check out NPR's review of the Obama budget. In addition to college loan improvements, early childhood education and a host of other programming, Obama hinted that his budget will allow the first ever federally funded teacher performance pay program.

Bill Gates on Malaria and Teachers

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 02/19/2009 - 08:21

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New Visions: Urban Teacher Residency

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/18/2009 - 08:09

Breakthrough Alumni!

a Message from the New Teacher Project

Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 02/01/2009 - 08:02

We wanted to share the full text of Nina Bhatia's letter from our January alumni blast with you all. Great things are happening with The New Teacher Project and it's always great to hear from an insider.

KIPP Metro Atlanta wants teachers like YOU!

Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 01/26/2009 - 10:16

We're excited to share a few great full-time teaching opportunities for the 2009-2010 school year at three KIPP Metro Atlanta schools. Much like Breakthrough, KIPP schools are at the forefront of the education reform movement, challenging traditionally underserved students to realize their potential.

KIPP Metro Atlanta is about results.

Great New Charter in CO seeking Great Teachers

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/21/2009 - 08:30

Atlas Preparatory School is starting up next fall in Colorado Springs, and they're looking for you.