GEAR UP
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate ProgramsOn April 27, 1999 the California Education Round Table, on behalf of the State of California, sponsored a proposal entitled, "California State GEAR UP Grant: Enhancing the Capacity of California's Middle Schools to Improve Student Achievement and Preparation for College." A federal grant from the United States Department of Education (USED) was approved in support of the State's commitment to developing an infrastructure within California that would enable it to obtain its goals and objectives.
The goal of this project is to develop and sustain the organizational capacity of middle schools to prepare all students for high school and postsecondary education through the establishment of a statewide infrastructure, or network of support, for the adults who influence middle school students, specifically their counselors, faculty, school leaders, and families. As a result of this expanded capacity, a higher proportion of students, particularly those from backgrounds and communities that have not historically pursued a college education, will enroll and succeed in postsecondary education.
Forms:
- Qualified Funds Withdrawal Form — After you graduate from high school and enroll in college, use this form to access your GEAR UP funds.
- Change of Address Form — When your contact information changes, complete and submit this form to update your records.
- Frequently Asked Questions — Review this sheet for general information regarding your GEAR UP Account.
For additional information:
- California State GEAR UP program go to: http://www.castategearup.org
- National GEAR UP program go to: http://www.ed.gov/gearup/index.html