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GEAR UP Students Secure Scholarships

Posted by Hector Ponce on April 25, 2023

Attending college can be an exciting time for students, but it can also come with financial challenges. The cost of tuition, books, room, and board can add up quickly and make college expensive. Scholarships are one of many ways to help students pay for college. At our 5E High Schools, GEAR UP Coaches are working with students to help them secure scholarships for their future.

Buckeye Union High School District

The Buckeye Union High School District has had two students named… Read more

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Exploring Educational Opportunities with Arizona GEAR UP

Posted by Hector Ponce on March 28, 2023

One of the most significant decisions in a student’s educational career is deciding what they want to do after graduation. There are many pathways to choose from after high school, and our Arizona GEAR UP Coaches are here to help students find their way. This past month, our coaches have hosted events to help students find what is right for them. From career exploration to college visits, students could learn about various educational opportunities.

Amphitheater High School (Tucson, Arizona)

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Welcome Maurice C. Cash Elementary

Posted by Hector Ponce on February 28, 2023

Nicole Goodwin is the dedicated principal at Maurice C. Cash Elementary, a new GEAR UP school located in South Phoenix. Principal Goodwin and Cash Elementary join Arizona GEAR UP as one of the latest additions to the middle grade program.

Cash Elementary was looking to implement a program to support students and families in the transition from the middle grades to high school and beyond. They aim to help students and parents understand that a college education is attainable… Read more

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Youngker High School Highlighted for FAFSA Efforts

Posted by Hector Ponce on January 23, 2023

Youngker High School in Buckeye, Arizona, is the latest school to be recognized for its Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion numbers. The Arizona Board of Regents awarded the Youngker GEAR UP Team with the FAFSA Challenge Most Innovative Player Award for the month of December– a recognition for schools that use fresh ideas to help students in… Read more

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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

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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

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