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Arizona GEAR UP represents at GEAR UP West 2022

Posted by Hector Ponce on November 10, 2022

This October, Salt Lake City, Utah, welcomed college access professionals from across the western United States for GEAR UP West. The annual meeting brought together GEAR UP programs to collaborate and share best practices in helping students prepare for postsecondary success.

Arizona GEAR UP came out in full force as our state office and school partners were present as both participants and presenters.

To kick off the concurrent sessions, Arizona GEAR UP Marketing Content Creator Hector Ponce hosted his “Media Made… Read more

Partner Feature: Be A Leader Foundation Taking Steps Towards College Success

Posted by Hector Ponce on

This October, Downtown Phoenix was the place to be for college prep and readiness. The Be a Leader Foundation hosted the 14th annual Taking Steps Towards College Success event Sunday, October 23, at the Civic Space Park. The free event invited high school students and their families to a resource fair with over 50 booths dedicated to helping students succeed in their high school and postsecondary education careers.

“This is our first… Read more

Show Your Support for Educational Equity

Posted by Hector Ponce on September 26, 2022

In celebration of National GEAR UP Week and to bring recognition to our students and schools, we have started the “I Heart GEAR UP” campaign, where people from across the state take pictures with the “I Heart GEAR UP” sign and share them with us! It’s easy to participate – just have fun and take photos with the sign, then share them out on your favorite social channel! Check out the support we have gained… Read more

Support Arizona Students during National GEAR UP Week

Posted by Hector Ponce on September 21, 2022

National GEAR UP Week is a week dedicated to celebrating the success of GEAR UP Students and bringing recognition to GEAR UP Programs across the country. This year, National GEAR UP Week is September 26-30. Here in Arizona, Governor Doug Ducey has proclaimed September 26-30th as Arizona GEAR UP Week.

In celebration of National GEAR UP Week, our A60 High Schools and 5E’s of… Read more

Be a Leader Foundation is Hiring College Advisors

Posted by Hector Ponce on July 12, 2022

Our partners at Be a Leader Foundation are looking to hire current college students to help support high school students as College Advisors.

The College Advisor position is open to current college students who will support high school seniors with their postsecondary planning such as helping them complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), college applications, or any questions about their college journey. College Advisors are assigned to a high school in either the… Read more

Welcome, Alexandra Alder

Posted by Hector Ponce on June 30, 2022

Arizona GEAR UP is happy to welcome our newest team member, Alexandra Alder. Alex joins us as our new Communications Manager and will oversee and develop AZGU’s communication strategy. She will be involved in multiple projects with AZGU staff, school, and project partners to help GEAR UP meet its goals.

Alex brings over ten years of marketing and communications experience to the team. She specializes in creating and implementing effective content and marketing strategies. Alex is also familiar with GEAR… Read more

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