Breakthrough Atlanta

🎓 With our Scholar Send-Off, we’re celebrating our recently graduated seniors! Today, we congratulate Lauren who is headed to Clark Atlanta University to major in business administration.

During high school, Lauren participated in dance, theater, and the financial literacy program. She was a member of the Honor Society and was a 12-year member of the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta.

👏🏽 Congratulations, Lauren!

🎓 We’re wishing our recently graduated seniors the best with our annual Scholar Send-Off! Today, we celebrate Janai who is headed to North Carolina A&T University.

During high school, Janai participated in:

🌟 National Honor Society
🌟 Social Studies Honor Society
🌟 Math Honor Society
🌟 Beta Club
🌟 Japanese Club
🌟 Robotics Club
🌟 E-sports
🌟 Yearbook
🌟 Homecoming court
🌟 National American Miss Teen Pageant

Janai was dual enrolled at Georgia State University, took AP classes, and finished top 15% in her class. Her volunteer service included prepping meals for the homeless at the Million Meal pack.

👏🏽 Way to go, Janai!

🎓 We’re celebrating our graduating seniors with our annual Scholar Send-Off! Today, we congratulate Anthony who is headed to Georgia Southern University as a Pre-Med Biology major with a minor in public health.

During high school, Anthony was a member of:

🌟 National Honor Society
🌟 French Honor Society
🌟 Rho Kappa Honor Society
🌟 BETA club
🌟 The Superintendent Advisory Board

He also led as the Class of 2026 Treasurer and was heavily involved in volunteer work: assisting in church, helping at two different thrift stores, around his school, and serving in different Nigerian organizations (to stay rooted in his culture).

Anthony took on a job at a Rex Childcare Early Learning Center to stay connected to kids, ensuring they have a relatable role model and leader that is closer to their age.

Anthony said: “My favorite Breakthrough moment would be when we had the field day. We had a wonderful day outside just competing with each other and making fun memories.”

👏🏽 Congratulations, Anthony!

🎓 We’re congratulating our graduating seniors with our annual Scholar Send-Off! Today, we celebrate Mario who is headed to Tuskegee University where he will major in architecture.

During high school, Mario:

🌟 Played as a Defensive Lineman on the Varsity football team
🌟 Member of the Youth to Men Mentorship Program
🌟 Made Honor Roll
🌟 Received the Kennesaw State University STEM Immersion Program Award

His volunteer service included Youth to Men at hospitals, park clean-ups, and Tillman House Food Pantry.

👏🏽 Way to go, Mario!

🎓 We’re celebrating our graduating seniors with our annual Scholar Send-Off! Today, we congratulate Jaelyn who plans to study healthcare science in college. During high school, Jaelyn played tennis and softball.

Jaelyn said: “My favorite Breakthrough moment was the University of West Georgia college trip.”

👏🏽 Congratulations, Jaelyn!

🎓 We’re congratulating our graduating seniors with our annual Scholar Send-Off! Today, we celebrate Gabrielle who is headed to Xavier University of Louisiana to pursue a career as a pediatric nurse.

During high school, Gabrielle was a member of:

🌟 Spanish Honor Society
🌟 National Beta Club
🌟 Achievers Mentoring Program
🌟 Young Physicians Club
🌟 Yearbook Club
🌟 History of Hip-Hop Club
🌟 Empower HER Club

She also logged 201.70 community service hours.

Gabrielle said: “My favorite Breakthrough Atlanta memory was playing Just Dance with Mr. Gherman, Ms. Rich, and my Family 11 group.”

👏🏽 Way to go, Gabrielle!

🎓 We’re celebrating our graduating seniors with our annual Scholar Send-Off! Today, we congratulate Seth who is headed to Georgia Southern University.

During high school, Seth earned the following honors:

🌟 Honor Roll
🌟 Perfect Attendance
🌟 Top dual enrollment student
🌟 Georgia Certificate of Merit

He was involved in:
✨ Varsity football
✨ Basketball
✨ Track & field
✨ Student Government Association
✨ BETA Club
✨ TRIO-Upward Bound

Seth said: “I’ll miss the sense of community the most. Being part of a supportive environment where everyone worked together and encouraged each other made the experience meaningful.”

👏🏽 Congratulations, Seth!

🎓 We’re congratulating our graduating seniors with our annual Scholar Send-Off! Today, we celebrate Anisa who is headed to North Carolina A&T University to pursue a career that blends law and advocacy. During high school, Anisa was:

🌟 Recognized as an AP Scholar and on multiple Principal’s Lists
🌟 Member of the National Honor Society
🌟 Served as 12th Grade Class President
🌟 Led as Head Captain of Royal Onyx Dance Company
🌟 Participated in several academic honor societies and dance teams

Her community involvement includes initiatives such as the Atlanta Autism Speaks Walk, Learning with the Littles, and the APS Homeless Thanksgiving Drive.

Anisa said: “As a Breakthrough Atlanta scholar, my favorite moment has been building lasting connections with peers and mentors while growing academically.”

👏🏽 Way to go, Anisa!