Breakthrough Magnet School, North
- Operated by: Hartford School District
- Pre-K3, Pre-K4, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- 300 Total Students
Overview
Breakthrough North, an award-winning elementary magnet school, has been recognized by Magnet Schools of America as a Merit School of Excellence for five consecutive years from 2019 to 2024. We emphasize strong academics and outstanding character development through our unique education program. Small class sizes ensure one-on-one attention and personalized instruction, preparing students for success in middle school, high school, and beyond as responsible citizens. Our STEAM-focused curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) engages students with Next Generation Science Standards, readying them for 21st-century challenges.
WHY CHOOSE US?
- We provide students with academic rigor, aesthetic appreciation, technological expertise, and physical expressiveness aimed at contributing to others.
- We offer students a unique Character Curriculum rooted in Positive Psychology and Mindfulness.
- We celebrate our global community, ensuring students’ lives are marked by vitality, effectiveness, health, and well-being.
FUTURE READINESS
We prepare students for their future by building a strong foundation academically and socially-emotionally. We empower students to develop proactive problem-solving strategies, actively engage in their learning, and participate in real-world applications through STEAM and community service learning. We are pleased to have community partnerships with the Children’s Hospital, Hartford Garden Advisory, Hartford Public Library, Joan Dauber Food Bank, Hartford Performs, and the YMCA. We invite students to begin planning and thinking about college and career opportunities!
Schedule
Events
Services & Offerings
Specialization
Character Education
Special Features
- We celebrated our 25th Anniversary as one of the first two magnet schools in Hartford.
- We are housed in a beautifully renovated and new facility designed with our character theme in mind.
- Our school boasts a multipurpose room with a rock-climbing wall, enclosed playscape, outdoor classroom space, and a school garden.
- We gather weekly for community meetings in a renovated auditorium.
- We offer courses for parents on our Character Curriculum, gardening, and cooking, band, 2-4-1 sports, and unified sports.
- Student leadership opportunities through student council for grades 3-5.
Placement Priorities
The following priorities are used in the placement process and can increase the chance of a placement if the school has available seats. To receive priority, you must apply during the on-time application period and make the school your first choice. Applicants receive priority in the order listed below.
- Enrolled Sibling
- Placed Sibling
- Employee/Staff
- Pathway School: Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: North Campus (PK4 students applying to Kindergarten); Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: South Campus (PK4 students applying to Kindergarten)
- Hartford Residential Neighborhood
- Hartford Residential Zone 1
Pathways
CONTINUING THE MAGNET EXPERIENCE!
Students enrolled in 5th grade at Breakthrough North may receive a pathway priority when applying to the following schools:
- Classical Magnet School
- Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy
- Kinsella Magnet School of the Performing Arts
- Sports and Medical Sciences Academy
Sports, Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
- 2-4-1 Sports
- Band
- Gardening Club
- Instrumental Lessons
- Safety Patrol
- Unified Sports