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Discussion Lab: Continuing the Momentum of National GEAR UP Week in Student Programming

Come ready to participate! Discussion Labs are an opportunity to share, learn, and problem-solve together.

National GEAR UP Week is more than just a celebration that happens once a year, it is an opportunity to advocate, activate, and celebrate GEAR UP and your successes. Join us to brainstorm and share ideas on how to keep this momentum throughout the year within all student programming.  

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On Tuesday, October 28th at 3 pm ET, join us for a session on how Everfi's free digital learning resources can strengthen your college and career readiness initiatives. Explore how its curriculum supports GEAR UP goals—from financial literacy and STEM to health & wellness and workforce development.

We’ll spotlight a case study from Iredell-Statesville Schools, which integrated Everfi into its GEAR UP grant to secure funding and deliver strong student outcomes.

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Interested in presenting at the 2026 NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference in Washington, DC, July 19–22?

If yes, join Adriana Feijoo and Dr. Katie Hill on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM ET for an informative session on the Request for Proposals process and learn how you can submit a successful proposal!

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Learn more about the 2026 NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference.

National GEAR UP Week was such a powerful reminder of what’s possible when students, families, and communities come together. Thank you to everyone who made it such a success!

In Michigan, nearly 1,700 students gathered for the first-ever Statewide GEAR UP Kick-Off to College, where more than 150 seniors received on-site admissions, some with instant acceptances. Alumni shared their stories, inspiring students to see themselves as the next generation of college graduates.

In Florida, Miami…

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Come ready to participate! Discussion Labs are an opportunity to share, learn, and problem-solve together.

The beginning of the school year is full of energy, excitement, and possibility - and it’s a great time to kick off family engagement with your best foot forward! Join us to brainstorm ways to partner with schools to incorporate GEAR UP into events and early outreach strategies to start engaging with families.

NCCEP’s Family Engagement Advisory Committee will…

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NCCEP committees include a diverse group of volunteer members who help engage the community, share their expertise for professional development, and offer input to NCCEP on programs and services. 

Most committees meet monthly via Zoom. Committee members contribute 1 – 2 hours per month over a 2-year term, from October 1 to September 30.

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The 2026–27 FAFSA form is on track to launch October 1, 2025, with improvements to make the process faster and easier for students and families. 

Two Game-Changing Features 

• Instant ID Checks (August): Students with a Social Security Number will be verified instantly—no more waiting days. This means faster IRS tax data access and smoother applications. 

• Easy Contributor Invites: Students can invite a parent or spouse by entering their email. A unique code will be sent directly—no…