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GEAR UP schools use data to guide their work and create shared goals among educators, families and the community by communicating results in a variety of ways.
From understanding the student loan process to managing a budget, learning about personal finance is critical for future college students. Schools can help students by incorporating financial education into the curriculum and requiring more math classes.
Brittany Figueroa is a graduate of Pacific High School in Port Orford and studying visual communications design at WOU.
The GEAR UP Affiliate program aims to increase the number of Oregon schools using the GEAR UP model and resources to develop and maintain a college-going culture in their communities.
Exploring careers helps students understand the relevance and importance of both their school coursework and postsecondary education. GEAR UP schools help students examine options in a variety of ways.
Good things are happening at Pacific High School in Port Orford, thanks to the leadership and teamwork of Principal Krista Nieraeth and GEAR UP Coordinator Cindy Pogwizd.
A partnership with The Alliance brings educators to Oregon's private, not-for-profit colleges in order to learn more about the options available to their students.
GEAR UP schools invite recently graduated alumni to share their postsecondary experiences with middle and high school students.
Thanks to a GEAR UP college preparation class while at Sweet Home High School, Auna Davis found the right college fit at Willamette University.
Undocumented students in Oregon face unique challenges in accessing and paying for higher education. Learn about resources to help educators, students and families.
