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Dominic Valim is a multifaceted artist and community advocate from South Sacramento, California. Raised by their resilient single mother, Maria, Dominic faced the realities of a challenging environment but was uplifted by a strong network of family and friends. As an African American and Latino member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Dominic embraces their diverse heritage and channels it into a deep commitment to uplifting those around them.

From a young age, Dominic discovered a passion for the arts. Over the years, they've honed their skills in various creative mediums, including illustration, painting, and photography. With dreams of expanding their artistic repertoire to include clothing design and music, Dominic envisions a future where their talents serve the community. Their ultimate goal is to establish a community center that offers a range of resources—a recording studio, performing arts stage, barbershop/salon, craft and clothing supply store, theater, and game area—all dedicated to fostering creativity, connection, and empowerment for all.

Chelsea is an Americorps Contracted Tutor working with Breakthrough Sacramento. Her work experiences have focused on providing additional support for teachers and students in school to ensure students reach their full academic potential. When working with students, Chelsea ensures they meet their learning goals, encouraging students to be confident in their work and engaged with material. Chelsea believes that all students can positively impact their communities with education that provides a unique and vital component in their lives.

Chelsea focuses on working on essential learning skills and supporting the building blocks of learning so students can pursue future endeavors. She works locally with her community of Sacramento, being a first-generation college graduate in her family and being inspired by her family’s determination to create a better future for all. She received her Bachelor of Science in Community & Regional Development with a concentration in Policy, Planning, and Social Services and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of California, Davis. She is currently pursuing her Masters of Multicultural Education at California State University, Sacramento.

Chelsea is passionate about being a resource for her community and helping address their concerns and needs. Her focus is on providing assistance in literacy skills so that students can utilize their skills and knowledge to achieve their goals.

Xander is a 3rd year Breakthrough Sacramento tutor and teaching fellow. Having been a part of the program since 2017, Xander has served multiple roles within BSAC. He originally joined as a student and eventually became a volunteer. When he was of age, he became a teaching intern during the summer academy. Now, Xander serves as one of our incredible school year tutors and mentors. As a first generation Hispanic student, Xander enjoys working with students that come from backgrounds similar to his. 

Outside of Breakthrough and professional life, he is currently a student at Cosumnes River College. He is dedicated to his studies, with the goal of pursuing aeronautical engineering and obtaining an electricians certification program on the way.

In 2022, Xander graduated from Sacramento’s School of Engineering and Science and was awarded the Ada Lovelace award - an award given to the student that shows the most potential in the fields of STEM. Beyond this, Xander was the lead of SES’s electrical and pneumatics sub-team in the robotics program. To this day, he continues to build and come up with new and interesting projects for himself.

Touzong is a dedicated college student serving as part of the Middle School Program Coordinator for Breakthrough Sacramento. Having grown up with the Breakthrough program, he understands the challenges that can come through as a marginalized youth. He continues to serve under-resourced youth in his community through educational and mentoring support.

His passion goes beyond serving students educationally, he is currently a student at Cosumnes River College to earn a Nursing degree. His experience working with students has given the inspiration to pursue a career in pediatric nursing.

Touzong hopes that with his efforts within the Sacramento community, the youth can be inspired to strive for growth and overcome obstacles.

Jasmine's journey with Breakthrough Sacramento (BSAC) is a testament to her dedication and growth within the program. Starting as a student in 2016, she steadily progressed through various roles, from volunteering during her high school summers to teaching English as a teaching intern. Now, as a year-round tutor and mentor, Jasmine embodies the full circle of BSAC's mission. Her experience in every role not only highlights her commitment but also serves as an inspiration for younger students, showing them what's possible through perseverance and involvement.

Jasmine is deeply committed to empowering students from backgrounds like her own, guiding them toward academic and personal success in Sacramento, CA. As the eldest of three sisters and one of the first in her family to attend college at Sacramento State University, she sets a powerful example of perseverance and ambition. Driven by her passion for community support and a desire to contribute to children's well-being, Jasmine aspires to pursue a career in the medical field, where she can continue making a meaningful impact on young lives.

Gabriela is a dedicated Latinx college serving as an AmeriCorps Tutor with Breakthrough Sacramento. Previously, she worked with Sacramento County Cal-SOAP as an AVID Tutor serving students in grades 7-12 within the AVID programs in the Elk Grove Unified and River Delta Unified School Districts. 

She was born and raised in the Delta, located at the outskirts of Sacramento. She is a first generation student. She is the oldest of four siblings and the first female in her family’s history to attend and graduate from college. She earned her Bachelors of Arts degree in Mathematics from Sonoma State University.

Gabriela is committed to providing support and mentorship for students interested in pursuing higher education. Her goal is to empower and uplift the next generation, ensuring they have the tools and support necessary to achieve their full potential.