GEAR UP schools are celebrating seniors and their future plans in a myriad of creative ways, from virtual awards nights to graduation parades.

 

In addition to providing meals, technology, and instructional resources to students and families, GEAR UP schools are virtually maintaining relationships, building college-going cultures, and supporting students' postsecondary plans.

 

GEAR UP schools support students by sharing scholarship opportunities, starting the process early, providing time during the school day, and celebrating scholarship recipients.

 

Over half of GEAR UP schools participate in Oregon's ASPIRE program, which helps meet our goal of building caring relationships between students and adult mentors focused on postsecondary access.

 

Borrow these ideas from Oregon GEAR UP schools to show off your school's college-going culture by providing visual reminders that promote and celebrate the expectation of college attendance.

 

Oregon GEAR UP schools are helping more students take college admissions tests by preparing students ahead of time, providing motivation to do well, and offering the tests for all students.

 

Hermiston High School was part of the first cohort of GEAR UP schools from 2002-2008 and leveraged the program's resources to create hands-on, real-world learning and build a supportive college-going culture.

 

Ninth grade is critical for student success. A variety of programs at GEAR UP schools help ninth graders with the academic and social transition to high school.

 

Student clubs and organizations help participants explore and prepare for careers by providing opportunities for learning, leadership, and building positive relationships with peers and staff.

 

Oregon GEAR UP schools are incorporating mindfulness activities into their classrooms, with benefits including improved focus, better behavior, and greater participation.

 

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