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Project

2.7.1 The Heart of Texas GEAR UP (Montague)

Center:

TX-Center on Disability and Development, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2025

Contact Information:

Marcia Montague
[email protected]
979-458-0828

Project Description:

The Heart of Texas GEAR UP project provides comprehensive support services to a cohort of over 1,200 7th grade students to help them prepare for and succeed in post-secondary education. Objectives of the grant project are as follows: Objective 1: Increase student academic performance and high school graduation rates. Objective 2: Increase student preparation for and success in postsecondary education. Objective 3: Increase career knowledge and career decision-making skills among students and families. Objective 4: Increase awareness of and knowledge regarding college matriculation among students and families. Objective 5: Increase sustainability of project efforts.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Performing Direct and/or Demonstration Services, Performing Research or Evaluation, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

None

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Mulit-County

Funding Source: