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MAKING GOOD ON OUR PROMISE: “Once a GEAR UP School, Always a GEAR UP School” PDF Print E-mail
GEAR UP looks to the Continuing Schools Project (CSP) for lessons in how to implement long-term strategies towards sustaining a college-going culture:

Implemented as a pilot project in 2004-2005 with 22 schools, CSP continues with 30 schools participating in 2005-2006.  California GEAR UP conducted a survey of schools about their most successful practices, which provided feedback on the future direction of the program.  As a result, the Continuing Schools Project was included in the proposal funded by the U.S. Department of Education for the 2005-2011 grant cycle.

During two separate days of training and dialogue, current CSP participants are involved in:
  • Highlighting “Best Practices”
  • Addressing issues of sustainability
  • Analyzing their past and present efforts in creating a college-going culture
  • Assessing their individual roles in the school system and organization  Identifying existing and new resources  
  • Reviewing resources in the GEAR UP Resources and Materials Clearinghouse
  • Upon request, arranging for facilitation at the school site
When surveyed, participants indicated the simplest college-going practices to implement include setting high expectations, AVID classes, Parent Institute workshops for parents, college visits, college and career fairs, and PSAT preparation and exam.  The top two services requested by continuing schools are:
  • Technical Assistance for parent training and community involvement
  • Educational Trust Awards  
In addition to the two workshops provided in the fall and winter of 2005-2006, CSP schools are able to access facilitation; participate in the Community Conferences; and attend AVID, College Board, and Counseling Institute sessions.  Additionally, the 30 schools receive a limited number of Educational Trust Awards for middle school students.   

For further information, contact Regional Coordinator Gina Rodriguez at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

 
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Joann Zgonc - Publication Coordinator
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Sean Brennan Donald Mar
Sandy Carpenter-Stevenson Gina Rodriguez
Shirley A. Cunningham Robert Van Zant
Frank Holmes Joann Zgonc

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