The GEAR UP Vision
- College is possible
- Early Intervention
- Concerted Efforts
- Parental Involvement
- Community Support
- College & Financial Information
- Academically Challenging Courses
- Personal, academic, and financial support for students
The Purpose of GEAR UP
- To give more low-income students the skills, encouragement, & preparation needed to pursue a postsecondary education.
- To contribute to the reform and improvement of schools.
- Increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to go to college & succeed.
- Build an academic pipeline from H.S. to College.
- Develop effective and enduring alliances among schools, colleges, students, parents, government, and community groups.
- Improve teaching & learning.
- Raise standards of academic achievement for all students.