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In Learning Labs, participants attend live virtual sessions with a small group of peers while also taking online courses on their own time.

• Onboarding Learning Lab: Successfully start a new role with GEAR UP by gaining skills, knowledge, and connections.

• College Success Learning Lab: Learn how to help students succeed in the transition to and in the first year of college.

To everyone who joined the National GEAR UP Academy, thank you for your commitment to students, families, and communities across the country. Your participation strengthens a national network of leaders dedicated to expanding college and career access for first-generation and underrepresented students.

This year’s Academy, held in an online format from February 2–5, 2026, was designed to build the skills, knowledge, and practices of GEAR UP leaders, practitioners, and partners. Through…

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The National GEAR UP Academy is designed to develop the skills, knowledge, and practices of GEAR UP leaders, practitioners, and partners. With intentional engagement, this event concentrates on topics relevant to GEAR UP with a focus on tools, key information, and team time.

By attending, you will:

• Gain knowledge and tools on key topics and best practices that you can immediately use.
• Connect and grow by connecting with members of the national…