USU STARS! GEAR UP at Gunnison Valley High School
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) is a federally-funded program designed to support students as they prepare for and succeed in college. The USU GEAR UP program helps students and families to see that it is possible to attend a school after high school, whether that is a 4-year college or a 2-year technical school. USU STARS! GEAR UP works in partnership and collaboration with schools, teachers, staff, and families. Services provided by USU GEAR UP include the following:
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Who are USU GEAR UP students? |
What is USU STARS! GEAR UP? |
Contact GVHS GEAR UP |
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The USU GEAR UP program supports the graduating classes of 2023-2024. Students at GVHS are currently in 11th - 12th grades at GVHS. As the students move through the grades, GEAR UP goes with them, through high school graduation, and into their first year of college.
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The USU STARS! GEAR UP program is a partnership program between Utah State University and the South Sanpete School District. USU GEAR UP at SSSD encourages and supports students with programs to help make college a reality.
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Maria Squire, Coordinator |
Tutoring
Tutoring is available in the Gear Up Room every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 3:15-4 pm.
Events
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Date | Event | Details |
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| May 26 | Practice | Graduation Practice, Parade Information, and Elementary Walkthrough. |
| May 27 | Graduation | 7 pm parade on Main Street. |
| June 6-7 | Biology Camp | At USU. Transportation provided and all expenses paid. |
| June 6-7 | Engineering Camp | At USU. Transportation provided and all expenses paid. |
| June 20-23 | Geoscience Camp | Bryce Canyon and Zions. Transportation provided and all expenses paid. |
| August | Registration | Please fill out a parent survey! |
| September | GEAR UP Week | National GEAR UP Week. |
USU Stars! Gear Up link
Utah State University Science Technology Arithmetic Reading Students! Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs.
Seniors: Apply for Financial Aid for College
College Information for parents and students: Available in the Gear Up Room
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