We hope your 2018 is off to a great start, <<First Name>>.
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Data Collection
Surveys
Please continue surveying students and educators at your school (if interested, there are also parent surveys available). Please read the instructions that were e-mailed to you before starting the survey process, and remember these need to be completed by
February 1. Check survey response rates
here.
Professional Development
NEW! Free Online Course: Financial Aid & College Applications
January 24 - March 21: Developed for practicing professional school counselors, pre-service school counselors, and college access professionals, this free online course includes four sessions that address financial aid literacy, completing the FAFSA, and preparing college applications. The module focuses on how school counselors and college access professionals can support parents and students in navigating financial aid and successfully preparing for postsecondary admissions and applications.
Affiliate Planning Meeting
Date, Time, and Location
Friday, March 2, 2018
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Willamette University, Alumni Lounge, Salem, OR
Who should attend?
Your GEAR UP team including, but not limited to, GEAR UP coordinators, school counselors, administrators, college and career readiness personnel, and any interested teachers or support staff
Workshop Overview
- Overview of GEAR UP and the Affiliate Program
- Preview Affiliate Roadmap: 8 Steps and 2 Year Calendar
- Team time to review College and Career Readiness Inventory (CCRI) and Plan for All Grades
- Tour Willamette University and lunch discussion with university staff
- Best practices for college and career readiness
- Introduction to Data Dashboard and Key Data Report
- Team time for data analysis and crafting 2018-2019 Yearly Plan
What will the Central GEAR UP Office provide?
- Lodging the night of March 1 (see registration page for details)
- Light continental breakfast and lunch the day of the meeting, March 2
School Trainings
As a GEAR UP Affiliate, your school is eligible to receive a one-day workshop at no charge with our consultants. If you would like more information, please contact your GEAR UP liaison. If you are ready to book, please contact them directly to set up a professional development day that is ideal for your school.
College Visit Funds
Oregon schools may apply for matching funds up to $750/visit for
school field trips to college campuses and college fairs. Funds may be used for transportation, substitutes for teachers attending the field trip, meals, or other expenses. Schools will be reimbursed after the visit. Funds are first-come, first-served, with priority given to Affiliate schools.
