Success Starts Here
Helping Scholars Find Their Best Path Forward
Choosing the right high school is a major milestone — and Beyond Breakthrough is there every step of the way. Scholars and families receive personalized support, resources, and guidance to help them make informed decisions and feel confident about what comes next.
Why Families love beyond breakthrough
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95% of 8th graders were placed at their best-fit high school in 2024
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8th grade scholars earned more than $500,000 in high school scholarships last year
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High school conversations and planning can begin as early as 5th grade
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Families receive workshops and resources to help support scholar success
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All 7th and 8th graders have opportunities to connect with employers like Cleveland Clinic
No matter what a scholar’s goals look like, Beyond Breakthrough helps families navigate the journey together.
Kindergarten through Career
Our Impact on Our Alumni
Beyond Breakthrough creates opportunities for alumni to stay connected, explore new possibilities, and celebrate their achievements together. Whether it’s reunions, college visits, networking events, or leadership opportunities, there’s always something happening in the Beyond community.
This year over 400 high schoolers connected multiple times with a member of the Beyond Team, strengthening relationships and staying engaged with the support systems around them.
No matter where life takes them, Breakthrough alumni always have a community to come back to.
Beyond Breakthrough has supported me by providing guidance, encouragement, and resources that have
helped me stay focused on my goals and future plans.
What Alumni Say About Beyond Breakthrough
Our advising model is built on relationships. Alumni shared that individualized support, regular check-ins, and guidance around next steps are the most meaningful parts of their experience with Beyond Breakthrough.
From high school through postsecondary, alumni feel seen, encouraged, and supported by a team that walks with them — not just advises them.
Beyond Breakthrough alumni say our support makes a real difference. In recent surveys, alumni shared that one-on-one relationships, check-ins, and personalized guidance help them stay on track and feel confident about their future.
With a Net Promoter Score of +53, alumni show strong trust in the Beyond Breakthrough team and would recommend our support to others. More than 60% of engaged alumni connected with a team member three or more times this year, proving that relationships are at the heart of our work.
Net Promoter Score
met with an advisor 3+ times this year
1:1
relationships are what alumni value most
"I feel more confident about my plans because I have someone checking in with me.”
Alumni Success Stories
Beyond Breakthrough alumni are reaching big goals. From earning licenses and internships to getting into dream colleges, our scholars are building strong futures with the help of trusted advisors and personalized support.
"They helped me stay on track and reminded me that I wasn’t doing this alone.”
Tailored Support for All
Supporting Success Beyond High School
Beyond Breakthrough provides ongoing support for college, career, financial wellness, and personal growth — because success after high school looks different for every student.
Whether alumni are heading to college, exploring career pathways, entering a trade program, or figuring out their next step, the Beyond Team is here to help.
We support our alumni with
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One-on-one academic, personal, financial, and professional support
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Resume reviews and job interview preparation
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Career exploration resources and networking opportunities
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Guidance on trade programs, certifications, and alternative career pathways
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More than $40,000 in financial aid support for alumni
Beyond Breakthrough also partners with institutions like Cleveland State University and Cuyahoga Community College to ensure college-going alumni receive personalized support throughout their journey.
Because at Breakthrough, graduation isn’t the finish line — it’s just the beginning.