GEAR UP Events and Programs - Fall 2024

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GEAR UP Game Days
GEAR UP supports student athletes to ensure they are academically prepared and eligible to participate in their sport.  This year, we’re parting with Long Beach State Athletics for family Game Days, academic training for staff and counselors, and more! #GOGEARUP

Connect with our Assistant Director, Jocelyn Jaime, for more information. 

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Academic Achievement
Our team provides students free access to in-class & after-school tutoring, 1x1 Mentoring through the RISE program, GEAR UP Friday activities, Dual Enrollment Support, & English Learner Reclassification Support

Connect with our College & Career Advisors for more information.

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Animation After-school Academy
In partnership with Inspyr Arts Long Beach, students will explore careers within the arts sector, specifically within drawing and animation. They will gain hands-on learning experience creating animated projects and meet animation professionals to learn about their career.

Connect with our College & Career Advisor, Valerie Tellez, for more information.

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Positive Discipline Series
In partnership with Disciplina Positiva, Parenting 101- What Parents Must Know About Raising Teens helps parents and guardians strengthen their capacity to monitor student learning and focus on English language development. 

Connect with our Parent & Family Specialist for more information.

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1x1 Advise Hours
Have questions about high school graduation requirements, dual enrollment, affording college, how to get engaged at your child’s school?

Our Parent and Family Specialists can help! Reach out for 1x1 advice via phone, online, or in-person. 

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Financial Literacy Workshops
The GEAR UP Provide parents with foundational knowledge on how to better support their student through the 3 LB GEAR UP sectors: academics, college/career, and advocacy. 

Connect with our Parent & Family Specialist for more information.