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“Love takes off the masks we fear we cannot live without and know we cannot live within.”

- James Baldwin

Black History Month, which began as "Negro History Week" in 1915 by Carter G Woodson, is an annual celebration intended to highlight the substantial achievements and vital contributions of African Americans to the whole of US History.

Breakthrough strives to create an inclusive community that not only embraces diversity and difference, but simultaneously celebrates it. We are excited to celebrate Black History Month this February, and we encourage you to deepen your own understanding of the many contributions bestowed upon our nation from members of the African diaspora.

In addition, we will be highlighting our rich Black History here in Colorado, and some prominent African Americans, as well as movements, that have helped shape not only Colorado history, but national history. Follow us on social media to stay connected and make sure you don’t miss out on any Black History X Breakthrough!

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Join us for a week of virtual fundraising, awareness building and celebrating Breakthrough! Our students and aspiring teachers deserve access to equitable opportunities that help them reach their goals, and we need your support to make that happen!

Our silent auction opens February 15th at 9:00am and closes February 19th at 5:00pm!

This year the silent auction includes some amazing items, such as a special Duke Beardsley Painting to be revealed soon, a five night stay at a chalet in Breckenridge, and a VIP tour of Silver Oak Cellar and a three nights stay at the Archer Boutique Hotel!

The proceeds from all of our auction items will go directly to Breakthrough’s efforts to serve under-resourced students in Denver & Englewood and train aspiring teachers. The 2021 Breakthrough virtual celebration is sure to be a phenomenal experience, so don’t miss out on your opportunity to give your love to Breakthrough!

Enjoy five nights in this lovely A-frame chalet.

Enjoy a romantic trip for two! Your getaway includes a VIP tour and tasting at Silver Oak Cellars while spending three nights at the glorious Archer Boutique Hotel in Napa!

Please join this incredible list of sponsors and support our community!

Annie Cordova* and Mark Corbett

Jennifer* and Brian Frenkel

Margot* and Marc Pinto

Debra and Ken Tuchman

Sheila Ohlsson Walker and Willy Walker

Anonymous Donor

The Bergner Family

Jennifer and Paul Elliott

Merrell Aspin and Mark Fallon

Jennifer* and Michael Greco

Lynn and Kelly Haecker

Melinda* and Matt Karp

Bruce McGrath

Gretchen* and Chris McLaughlin

Lindsay and Brian Morgan

Lisa and Jake Mortell

Liz and Blaine Rollins

Paula and Laton Spahr

Kristine* and Art Zeile

Karen and Garrett Baum

Cindy Dash* and Trent Novak

Micah* and Eric D'Hondt

Leanne Paez-Duncan and Kevin Duncan

Liz and David Payne

Terri and Jay Rolls

Lisa* and Jeffrey Snyder

Dr. Elaine Weng* and Tom Malley

Kent Denver School Parent Association Executive Committee

(Katrina Benes, Lisa Benson, Jane Gonnella, Melinda Haymons, Liza Felman, Amanda Prager,

Clara Ruth, Elaine Sample, Priscilla Scobie, Kristen Wiley, Kristine Zeile)

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Heather and Jared Hobson

Chancy* and Zach Love

Lindsey and Chip McKeever

Kristin and Mark McKissick

Elaine and Jack Sample

Tina* and Bill Skewes

*Denotes a Breakthrough Board Member

Current 7th Grade Student- Class of 2026

"To me, Breakthrough means commitment and dedication. I continue to be committed to Breakthrough because the community, the kindness and the teachers show me that they want me to be there. I love how they are all about getting kids to the places they want to go and helping them achieve all that they dream about. Breakthrough also provides the push that I need and allows me to build community by relying on others around me."

BKD Student Alumni, 2019 Volunteer & 2020 Teaching Fellow

"As a student I first applied because there was something that I seen in my sister that attended before me, that made me think that this program could actually help me grow and become successful. When you are done with your six years as a Breakthrough student, you are able to come back and give that same energy to the students as a staff member and that is amazing. My Breakthrough experience has definitely made me want to go into teaching. Often teachers don't fully internalize the concept of teaching, or the role they have in a student's life. Breakthrough has helped me to understand the things that really matter when you are in the classroom."

Email: breakthrough@breakthrough.kentdenver.org
Website: breakthroughdenver.org
Location: 4000 East Quincy Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, CO, USA
Phone: 7202258997
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Twitter: @BreakthroughKD