EAC GEAR UP IS HERE FOR YOU!

Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs

FALL 2024

Dear GEAR UP 2024 Graduates,

I hope this letter finds you well.

We are following up with you regarding your career goals and aspirations. Our understanding is you are currently attending an Institution of Higher Education (IHE) somewhere in Arizona. We hope your first semester of college is going well and your plans are to continue towards your career goals.

If you are questioning your choices, don’t panic; almost everyone at some time has done the very same thing. Again, we are here for you no matter where you are going to college. Let us help you; we have many resources that could support you. If you are at ASU, EAC, NAU, and PIMA there are GEAR UP programs on their campus to support you, so reach out.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us anytime if you have any questions or need support. We plan to reach out to you for your career and college needs.

Best regards,

Mary J. Wack M.A., M.Ed.

EAC GEAR UP Project Director

Contact GU staff for support:

WHO:

HOW:

EAC GEAR UP

PROJECT DIRECTOR

MARY J. WACK

mary.wack@eac.edu

928-428-8445

EAC GU EVALUATOR/DATA SPECIALIST

BOBBY HOLDER

bobby.holder@eac.edu

928-428-8607

GEAR UP graduates this is the time to fill out FAFSA for FREE money to attend college.

All students must fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) since other scholarships are contingent on your FAFSA information.

FSA-ID, Is your first step. Create an account, student or parent, you'll need to create your account to manage this process. Use the link to create your account and to learn more about FAFSA requirements.

Federal Student Aid Link in addition to See YouTube Videos

Scholarship Site Opportunities

bold.org

Students nationwide are taking on vast amounts of debt to access the education they want and need. By enabling students to fund their education through exclusive funding opportunities, Bold.org broadens access to that education affordably and sustainably. It is never too late to look for scholarships.

EAC GEAR UP MISSION…

EAC and its GEAR UP partners will work collectively, effectively, and efficiently so that the class of 2024 and future classes have the academic preparation, individual commitment, and family and community support to succeed in college and careers.

EAC GEAR UP will provide three Pillars of Service so that students attain this goal:

Pillar #1: Culture of Achievement – Academic Interventions

Pillar #2: Culture of Evidence – Assessments, Personal Responsibility, and Citizenship

Pillar #3: Culture of Support – Family, Community, and Partner Engagement

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