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A Global School for Students of Character

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The mission of the Breakthrough Magnet School is for staff, families and community members to work in partnership developing students as models of outstanding character. Character development permeates our broad-based instruction, producing students with academic rigor, aesthetic appreciation, and physical expressiveness aimed at contributing to others.

Breakthrough has operated variously since September, 1991 as a “school within a school”, charter school, and inter-district magnet school.

Visitor’s Day – Every Friday from 8:15-10:15 AM.

290 Brookfield Street – Hartford, CT 06106 – Phone (860) 695-5700 Fax (860) 722-6817

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming Activities/Events:

January 20, 2012: Deadline for lottery applications – Click HERE to apply to Breakthrough Magnet School for the 2012-12 school year.

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BRICK

Breakthrough’s character education curriculum raises student awareness in 5 major areas:

B – changing Breakdowns to Breakthroughs by applying problem solving strategies;

R – taking Responsibility for being the author of one’s life through one’s decisions and choices;

I – learning how Integrity (keeping one’s word) empowers relationships and goals;

C – creating opportunities for students to Contribute within the classroom, school and community;

K – engaging students in increasing their Knowledge so that new possibilities for their lives can be created.

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How To Get Applications

Student applications will be available online at the Regional School Choice Office website starting on November 20, 2010. The Regional School Choice office website is: www.choiceeducation.org A direct link to the Regional School Choice Office can be found on the left hand side of our website under links.

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Dress Code

Breakthrough Magnet School has adopted a mandatory dress code for all students. Appropriate dress that is comfortable enables the student to participate and concentrate on learning. “Special clothes for a special place” supports the behavior and academic expectations at our school.

The following list of appropriate colors and styles at Breakthrough Magnet School:

Shirts: Breakthrough logo school shirts that are an appropriate fit. Shirts must be tucked into pants. Any shirt worn under a BMS logo shirt must be white or cobalt blue with no logo.
Pants: Cotton or corduroy. Navy, black, or khaki. Belts must also be worn at all times.
Shorts: Long, Bermuda style. Navy, black, or khaki.
Skirts: Plain front or pleated. Navy, black, or khaki. Solid colored. Length must be at least just above the knee despite wearing leggings.
Jumpers: Cotton or corduroy. Navy, black, or khaki.
Shoes: Sneakers, shoes, or boots must have rubber soles. ALL BREAKTHROUGH STUDENTS MUST HAVE APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS. Any other footwear is not allowed.

Shirts may be purchased though:

Salvins (860- 247-626) - 1307 Main Street Hartford, CT

Almighty (860-246-5336) - USA 32 Elm Street Hartford, CT

Uniforms & More (860-728-1931) - 541 Albany Ave. Hartford, CT

Land’s End (1-800-963-4816) - School ID: 9000-9334-5 (To Breakthrough Families)

Living Word Imprints (860-882-1679) - 450 Homestead Ave. Hartford. Living World will embroider our logo on the white or cobalt blue shirt you bring him.

Connecticut Shirt Man (1-800-348-7679) www.onlinegearstore.com/brk

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Exclusions

The following may NOT be worn at Breakthrough Magnet School.

Sweatpants (except for Pre K – K students with toileting issues)
Denim or Jeans
Any pant/skirt/short that does not reach the knee
Leggings any color but white, khaki, black, or navy blue
Spandex
Basketball shorts (except for PE)
Baggy pants
Hoodies (except with school colors and logo)
Sleeveless tops
Cropped shirts
Hats and/or jackets indoor
Clothing with logos, pictures, or writing. Logos, pictures, or writing may not show through your BMS logo shirt
Rubber soled beach flip flops or sandals
Open toed shoes (PreK-6)
Makeup
Perfume/Cologne/Scented Body Sprays

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Address
290 Brookfield Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Phone Number
860 695-5700

Fax Number
860 722-6817

Hours
8:30 A.M. – 4 P.M. (M-Th)
8:30 A.M. – 3 P.M. (Friday)

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After School Enrichment Programs

The academic day at Breakthrough Magnet School begins at 8:30 and ends with dismissal at 3:00. Children are encouraged to participate in our enrichment programs, which run from 3:00-4:00pm on Monday through Thursday grades K-8. Activities such as homework club, ceramics, sports, art, music, cooking and crafts are offered. Primary students are placed in programs by their classrooms teacher. Older students sign up for activities that fit their interests, age and abilities. Teachers, parents, and community members interested in working with our children teach the classes. All students that are transported to school by bus must participate in the enrichment program, unless parents arrange transportation to have them picked up at 3:00 each day. Parents must inform the classroom teacher if they will be picking their child up at 3:00 so they will not be scheduled for enrichment programs.