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Apply to be a Breakthrough Scholar!
Our six-week summer program is a fun and comprehensive way to prepare your scholar for the upcoming school year and success after graduation.
Summer 2026 applications will open next Spring!
Led by trained college students, our scholars participate in an exciting 6-week intensive experience featuring:
- College & career focused support designed for rising 7th-9th graders
- Daily academic enrichment, elective, and mentorship classes
- Weekly field trips & exposure opportunities
- Breakfast, lunch, & snacks provided
- Free busing to/from our Breakthrough site
- PLUS access to school-year events: after school & weekend activities!
Birmingham Students
WHAT:
6 weeks of academic support
Weekly field trips
Breakfast, lunch, snacks & transportation provided
Current 6th – 8th graders
When:Early June – Mid July
Approx. 8:30am – 3:00pm
Site to be announced
Talladega Students
WHAT:
6 weeks of academic support
Weekly field trips
Breakfast, lunch, snacks & transportation provided
Current 6th – 8th graders
When:Early June – Mid July
Approx. 8:30am – 3:00pm
Talladega High School
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