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Lancaster County GEAR UP Program Review and Update

This federal grant program, initiated in 2005, aims to enhance student academic performance and increase postsecondary education participation. National evaluations highlight its success in boosting students’ college readiness and enrollment. The program offers various services, including summer camps and mentoring. Partnerships with local organizations provide scholarships and support for eligible students. Recent statistics show significant student engagement with multiple colleges and universities. The upcoming events include college visits, workshops, and a summer seminar series. The program is set to expand with a third grant application, focusing on areas of economic hardship.

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Lancaster County GEAR UP Program Review and Update

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  1. LANCASTER COUNTY GEAR UP Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs Program Review/Update

  2. A Few Facts,,, • Federal Grant Program • Funded as a 6-year program • Contingent on performance measure • 1st GEAR UP Award • 2005, $2,954,538.00 • 2nd GEAR UP Award • 2008, $2,950,536.00

  3. Main Goals/Objectives • To increase student academic performance, specifically for low income and 1st generation students • To increase the graduation rate and participation in postsecondary education • To increase educational expectations, and knowledge of postsecondary options

  4. National Evaluations Reveal,,, • When compared to students who do not participate in the program, students from GEAR UP are more likely to: • Enroll in rigorous coursework, including Advanced Placement • Understand the process for college enrollment, including sources of financial aid • Believe that a college degree is important for future success • Live in homes where parents encourage college enrollment • AND MORE IMPORTANTLY,,, • Enroll in postsecondary institutions after graduation from high school

  5. Services Offered,,, • Summer Camp • SMART Academy • Afterschool Homework Assistance • College Awareness • Students & Parents • Parent Workshop Series • Mentoring • Sweet Peas • Max Ops • TRiO

  6. Our Partners,,, • Lancaster County School District • Lancaster County Partners for Youth • The Springs Close Foundation • USC-Lancaster • The Children’s Council • LearnTV

  7. Scholarship Component • Both GEAR UP Cohorts • Up to $1.5 Million Dollars Pledged • Funded as matching contribution from • Partners for Youth • The Springs Close Foundation • Students are eligible to receive a GEAR UP scholarship each semester based on scholarship points system • $100, $250, $500, $1000 • Held in escrow until graduation and proof of postsecondary enrollment

  8. Awards to Date-Current Grant • # students who have received an award • 320 students • Total Amount Awarded to Date • $544,350.00 • Average Award per Student • $1,700.00 • Range of Awards • Lowest amount to date = $100 • Highest amount to date = $9,000

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  11. 2011 Program Statistics,,,

  12. 2011 Cohort Colleges Allen University Newberry College Anderson University North Greenville University Art Institute of Charlotte Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical Benedict College Savannah College of Art & Design Charleston Southern University South Carolina State University Claflin University South University Clemson University Spartanburg Methodist College Coastal Carolina St. Andrews Presbyterian College of Charleston The Citadel Columbia College University of Northwestern Ohio Concord University USC-Columbia Francis Marion University USC-Lancaster Greenville Technical College USC-Upstate Johnson & Wales University Virginia College Lander University Virginia State University Midlands Technical College Winthrop University Morris College York Technical College NC A&T University

  13. Just This Year,, • College Visits • Duke University • Wake Forest University • UNC-Chapel Hill • Clemson University • Winthrop University (CACRAO) • York Technical College • Erskine College • Lander University • USC-Upstate • Limestone University

  14. Just This Year,, • Parent Workshops • Junior Timeline & SC Private College Tour Highlights • Scholarship Interview Tips/Strategies • The Springs Close Student Loan Program Overview • USC-L Nursing Program Overview • FAFSA-Why, When, and How To • College Application Process Overview • USC-L Tutoring Options & TRiO Program • Senior Timeline

  15. On the Horizon,,, • College Day @ Clinton Elementary • February 22 • Partnering with PAX GBG grant • Scholarship Award Ceremony • February 28, 6:30 pm at USC-L • College Visits • Winthrop to host SACAC Mini Camp College Workshop, March 16 • USC-Columbia, April 20

  16. On the Horizon,,, • This Summer • Summer Seminar Workshops • August 9-10, USC-L • Topics for Students and Parents • Parent/Student Panel (Friday Evening) • FAFSA Update • Money Management for College Freshmen • HS Guidance/College Admission • High School to College

  17. Just Launched • GEARUP2014

  18. Future Grant Outlook,,, • Applied for our 3rd GEAR UP in 2011 • Did include BMS/BHS • Received a perfect score • Bonus Category Exclusion • Slate-down funding in 2012 • Preference given for new programs • Areas of severe economic hardship • Application Announcement 2013? • Will apply • Will include BMS/BHS

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