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Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR-UP)

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In partnership with the City School District of Albany, the School of Education expands the services offered through community service work-study programs. Participating university students work as after-school tutors for middle school students, offering support with homework, book discussions, writing activities, and group projects.

In addition, the School’s Center for Innovation in Career Development (CICD) is working with the school district to develop a series of parent workshops focusing on skills and resources to help students explore career options. The Center’s TechValleyCareers.Org Website provides the platform for information and local community resources.

In addition, the Liberty Partnerships Rising Stars Program at the Center for Women in Government and Civil Society provides academic intervention services for middle and high school students who are at risk of dropping out of high school. The Center for Career Development (CDC) is also working with students in grades 7-12 to introduce them to college and explore career opportunities.

PI:
  Virginia J. Goatley, Vice Dean, School of Education and Department of Reading
  Sandra McGarraugh, Center for Innovation in Career Development (CICD)
Funder:
  New York State GEAR-UP program, awarded in 2005 for 6 years
 
 

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