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
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
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
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
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
Flagstaff, Arizona, had a few hundred new visitors this June. Arizona GEAR UP staff and students filtered into a Northern Arizona University residence hall for the 2022 Lumberjack Leadership Summit. Formally known as the GEAR UP Summer Leadership Academy – last held in the Summer of 2017. Arizona GEAR UP Program Manager, Jasmine… Read more