Breakthrough Magnet School

Upcoming Events

Mrs. Machial — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 20:39:46 +0000

Upcoming Activities/Events:

Friday, May 4 – Middle School Dance.
Monday-Friday, May 7-11 – Book Fair and Early Childhood Plant Sale.
Wednesday, May 9 – District Academic Bowl Finals at Hartford Library.
Friday, May 11 – Band Field Trip, 6th Grade Salmon – East Hampton, Grades 1-4 Multicultural luncheon, and School Governance Council parent election.
Tuesday, May 15 - New BMS Family Registration 6-7:30 pm.
Wednesday, May 16 - New York City Trip (Gr. 7-8), District Science Fair (Gr. K-8).
Monday, May 21 - High Meadows: 8^th grade only, 3 pm dismissal starts and continues until end of year.
Friday, May 25 – Show Our Stuff.
Wednesday, May 30 - Field Day: Early Childhood. Golda’s Balcony (Grade 7/8: Hartford Performs 1:00- 2:30).
Thursday, May 31 – Field Day: Grades 1-4
Friday, June 1 – Field Day: Grades 5-8
Friday, June 8 – Graduation
Monday, June 11 – Last Day of School.

Click for full school calendar

BRICK

Mr. Brodeur — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 18:56:58 +0000

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.

A Global School for Students of Character

Mr. Brodeur — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 15:38:43 +0000

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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

Check out Breakthrough’s talented artists.

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2012 HPS Climate and Connectedness Surveys

Staff • Parents (Engish) • Parents (Spanish) • Students (3-4) • Students (5-8)

Middle School Students Event Eligibility Form

Middle School Students Sixth Grade Event Eligibility

Breakthrough Magnet School raised $875.00 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association! The early childhood students learned wonderful character lessons about the importance of helping others as we prepared and took part in the hop-a-thon last Friday!

[Family Involvement Survey]

The Breakthrough Magnet School is a school that:

Turns breakdowns into breakthroughs,
Has high expectations for students,
Creates a partnership between parents, teachers and students,
Connects learning to the real world,
Is small and offers a sense of belonging,
Teaches students through hands-on experiences,
Tells students, “You can do it!”,
Has academic excellence, following state standards,
Values community service learning,
Is richly diverse and…Tuition Free!

What is a Breakthrough?

The “breakthrough” philosophy recognizes that we can learn from every mistake, that every cloud has a silver lining, and that every breakdown can be turned into a breakthrough.

A breakthrough is an open door; an opportunity for developing problem solving abilities and developing personal stamina in the face of challenge or adversity.

Programs Offered

Rich technology, music and visual arts
Character Development Curriculum
Urban/suburban school partnership
S.T.E.P. Parenting/Teaching classes
Nature’s Classroom
After school enrichment programs
Summer School/tutoring

Community Service projects
In school Laptops for each 7th and 8th grade students
Spanish Instruction: Pre-K through Grade 8
Interdisciplinary teaching
High school planning and support
Assured placements in one of the 5 Hartford Magnet High Schools
Before and after-care services available

Calendar/Hours

Breakthrough’s day begins at 8:30 am and ends at 2:55 pm. After-school enrichment programs for all students grades K-8 run from 3:00 to 4:00 pm Monday through Thursday. The school year follows the same calendar as the Hartford Public School System (with slight variation).

Dress Code

A school uniform adds to the academic decorum of the Breakthrough Magnet School, therefore, the wearing of the uniform is mandatory. It is a visible sign of identity and belonging within the school and serves as a gentle reminder for children that they wear special clothes to go to a special place. A school logo shirt is worn with khaki, black or navy pants or skirt by all students from PK-grade 8.

How To Get Applications

Mrs. Machial — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 15:30:39 +0000

Student applications will be available online at the Regional School Choice Office. 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.

Dress Code

Mr. Brodeur — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:43:02 +0000

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). Please take a moment to fill out the Parent Satisfaction Survey.

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

Exclusions

Mr. Brodeur — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:21:27 +0000

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

Contact Us

Mr. Brodeur — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 02:07:14 +0000

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)

After School Enrichment Programs

Mr. Brodeur — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 02:04:25 +0000

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.

Protected: Teacher Evaluation

Mr. Brodeur — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:20:48 +0000

Protected: Leave Request

Mr. Brodeur — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:19:27 +0000