


A Look at High School Options: An Interview with Wenbo Jiao
Breakthrough New York 8th graders complete a rigorous high school options curriculum that teaches them about different types of schools and helps them apply. Wenbo Jiao is a Breakthrough seasonal staff member who has served in a variety of different positions,...
An Interview with Alum Andrew Jyan
Share your alumni story at stories@btny.org! Andrew Jyan (Stony Brook University, Class of 2008) graduated from Breakthrough New York when it only served students through middle school. Although he attended for just two years, he recounts fond memories and the impact...
Which volunteer opportunity is right for you?
Breakthrough New York offers both one-day and long-term volunteer opportunities for anyone to get involved in our community. Volunteering is a great chance to make a direct impact on someone in your community. It is also one way you can support your local nonprofit....
Should you start an internship in high school?
Janely (Class of 2027) is a Breakthrough New York high school senior and a summer program assistant. She talks about what she has learned during this internship and gives advice to other high school students. What are your responsibilities as program assistant? As...