


How I Applied to College: Angel
Angel (Class of 2027) is a high school senior who will enroll at Cornell University after applying under early decision. They plan on majoring in chemistry after researching and attending a virtual science fair at the university. When you first started searching for...
How I Applied to College: Daniel
Daniel (Class of 2027) is a high school senior who attends the American Dream Charter School. He applied to over 25 colleges and programs and recently chose to enroll at Fordham University. Daniel plans to study medicine and become a doctor. Why did you decide to pick...
Teacher Appreciation Week: Morika Tsujimura
This May, we’re showing our appreciation for middle school teacher and Instructional Coach Morika Tsujimura. Morika Tsujimura has been a teacher for 16 years, and currently teaches science and math to middle school students. She grew up in New York City and earned her...
Volunteer Spotlight: Nick Tedesco
Breakthrough New York pairs volunteers with college students to serve as coaches through an academic year, mentoring them towards their academic and personal goals. Nick Tedesco is a Breakthrough New York volunteer who works in private equity. After living in various...