WHAT SERVICES DOES GEAR UP PROVIDE?

Mentoring

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/mentoring.jpg

Comprehensive mentoring in individual or small groups settings. Student Success Agency – Digital On-Demand Student Mentoring and Support Services for Nevada GEAR UP students.

Teaching Study Skills

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/teaching-study-skills.jpg

Develop good study habits which will help achieve better grades and provide a foundation for educational success.

Homework Assistance

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/homework-assistance.jpg

Student Success Agency

Academic Advising

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/academic-advising.jpg

Information on educational programming for career interests and proper course selection for academic progression.

GEAR UP Specialists

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/gearup-specialists.jpg

GEAR UP staff in each GEAR UP school serve students by providing academic support services and college & career preparation information and activities.

STEM Activities

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/stem-activities.jpg

GEAR UP will provide an introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) with information, activities, and educational programs, for exciting and high-need careers!

Online Resources for Students

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/online-resources.jpg

Click the link for a variety of helpful resources. Current link: https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/online-resources/

College Coordinator

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/college-coordinator.jpg

Learn about all college and career opportunities and educational programs including certificates, apprenticeships, and/or degrees!

First Year College Advisors

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/first-year-advisors.jpg

College staff that will provide college information and assist with the transition from high school into college and through the first year.

Visits to Nevada Colleges

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/visits-to-nevada-colleges.jpg

Fun and informative college campus tours!

College Application Assistance

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/college-application.jpg

Help with the preparation and completion of college admissions applications. Do we want to include links to NSHE college admissions pages? Not sure if there is enough room.

Financial Aid Counseling

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/financial-aid.jpg

You can afford to go to college! There are many federal and state programs available.

Scholarship Advising

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/scholarship-advising.jpg

Information on state and private scholarship availability and assistance in applying.

Career Exploration

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/career-exploration.jpg

Find the career options that best match your interests, aptitudes, values, and future goals.

Career Development

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/career-development.jpg

Align your interests, educational programs, and career goals then make a plan to achieve those goals.

Individual Learning Plan

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/individual-learning-plan.jpg

Each student will be given an Individual Learning Plan which will be monitored for progress toward graduation.

Personal Development

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/personal-development.jpg

GEAR UP will provide activities that include goal setting, financial literacy, life skills, and similar topics.

Social and Cultural Development

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/social-cultural-development.jpg

GEAR UP will plan lessons and activities around social emotional learning and cultural development topics to fortify students with what is needed to be successful in school and college beyond traditional academics.

Professional Development for Nevada GEAR UP Staff

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/pro-development-gearup-staff.jpg

NCCEP National Conference, NCCEP Capacity Building Workshop, GEAR UP West, and more!

Parent Information Workshops

https://gearup.epscorspo.nevada.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/parent-information.jpg

GEAR UP Schools [and NSHE institution First Year Advisors] will provide workshops for parents on college information including: paying for college, financial aid and scholarships, financial literacy, and more.