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Educator Resources

GEAR UP provides training and coaching to educators to strengthen their leadership and teaching skills. We provide additional help for first-year and alternatively-certified teachers.

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Educators Toolbox

Visit our Educators Toolbox page for materials, GEAR UP grant requirements and well as OK Promise and grade-level presentations.

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Instructional Coaching

OK GEAR UP faculty support coordinators will provide individualized professional development using the Jim Knight instructional coaching model. Teachers will meet with the OK GEAR UP faculty support coordinators each week through a combination of in-person and virtual meetings.

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Student Connect

Student Connect is a mentoring program that helps to promote students’ active participation in school and learning and help them feel connected to school. Student Connect mentors meet individually with students to discuss the importance of attendance, academic progress, behavior and the importance of an education.

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College App Campaign

For many students, particularly those who do not have an immediate family member who attended college, applying to college can be overwhelming. Having someone to encourage and help them navigate the college application process can open the door for students to pursue a postsecondary education. By implementing a college app campaign, high schools can ensure that all seniors have the opportunity to receive hands-on assistance as they take the first big step toward continuing their education following high school.

Oklahoma GEAR UP is pleased to provide support through resource materials, training opportunities and on-site assistance.

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OCAP’s College App Resources

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Plan a College Visit

GEAR UP knows from our data and national data that it takes three college visits for a student to believe they can be successful in postsecondary education. Click here to learn more.

Educators Toolbox

Let us help you impact student learning with resources and leadership opportunities.

Financial Aid

There are many options available to help families pay for college.

GEAR UP Schools

Oklahoma GEAR UP proudly serves EVERY student in our partnering 13 school districts across the state. Learn more about our services.

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