Wapato GEAR UP Abstract

State of Washington GEAR UP Proposal

Abstract

The Wapato GEAR UP Scholars Project will continue and extend services the state provided under the National Early Intervention Scholarship and Partnership (NEISP) Program. The Wapato Scholars Project provides direct services to 150 low-income, disadvantaged students in grades seven through twelve. Program features include: academic support and advising; career planning; campus visits ; parent involvement; community service; and scholarships. The Wapato project also provides outreach services to approximately 450 additional students in grades 7-12.

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Project Outcomes:

• Provide comprehensive early intervention services and financial assistance to low-income and academically at-risk students.
• Increase academic performance and preparation for postsecondary education of participating students.
• Increase educational expectations for participating students; increase student and family knowledge of postsecondary education options and financing.
• Increase the enrollment rate of participants in postsecondary education.
• Establish effective educational partnerships between families, schools, institutions of higher education, local organizations and business, state educational service agencies, and state and local governments.