Our Guiding Principles

CORE VALUES

At Breakthrough New York, our core values serve as the foundation for everything we do, from helping staff define how our work gets done to driving how relationships are built with school partners, families, and supporters. These fundamental beliefs strengthen our ability to realize our mission of creating educational access and economic opportunity for New York City students.

Pursuit of Quality

EXCELLENCE

We take pride in the quality, integrity, and thoughtfulness of our work. We seek feedback, act with determination, and are committed to improving so our efforts have the strongest impact and greatest outcomes.

Dedication in Action

COMMITMENT

We are engaged in this work for the long haul, even when it gets hard. We follow through on our word, take responsibility for our actions, and show consistency and dedication throughout the journey. We operate with a deep sense of personal responsibility, to ourselves and others, in everything we do.

Embracing Change and Growth

ADAPTABILITY

We remain focused on what matters most so that we can intentionally and effectively respond to change as it occurs. We learn, adjust, persist and grow in the face of opportunity and challenge.

Building a trusting environment

COMMUNITY

We learn from and lean on one another, value different perspectives, and share responsibility for our collective success. We build a trusting community that values each individual member of the community and creates a safe space for exploration.

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