KU GEAR UP Topeka

We support students in Topeka, Kansas in order to increase college awareness, preparation, and attendance. #GEARUPworks RT≠Endorsement

[Bobby Gandu @wheatweet]

Special 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 to @RuddFoundation Scholars from incoming classes 2020-'21 & '21-'22, who were introduced during formal banquet last weekend. Plus @MosquedaJordy & I had to 📸 his iconic pose. Special 🖤💛 to pose w/ a new Rudd Scholar from my alma mater, Highland Park, in Topeka

[Rudd Foundation @RuddFoundation]

Thank you for joining us in celebrating our scholars! @wheatweet and your team are amazing partners/supporters of our program! #appreciateit #ruddscholars

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

We love seeing our seniors at @HighlandParkHP on the road to success! #GEARUPworks and is ready to help!

[Topeka Public Schools @TPS_501]

@GEARUPTopeka hosted their Senior Success Drive today for @HPHSATHLETICS seniors! 🎒✨📚 They handed out backpacks full of school supplies and other swag along with a $50 Dillons gift card to help seniors get college and career ready! #WeAreTPS

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

Lifelong GEAR UP Awardees - Students who have devoted numerous hours to achieving the goals and objectives that
GEAR UP sets forth. #GEARUPworks

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

Over the past 6 years, we have proudly worked with the @HighlandParkHP graduating class of 2020 and watched them show the world how #GEARUPworks.

We want to take this time to highlight some of our outstanding students with the official GEAR UP 2020 Senior Awards.

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

GEAR UP Most Improved Award - Students who have always had the potential to achieve their postsecondary goals, but have become more involved this year. #GEARUPworks

[Ariadna Martinez @Ariadna87218134]

@wheatweet #CollegeSigningDay #FutureShocker

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

@KCShox @WichitaState Thank you @KCShox for everything you do to support @HighlandParkHP students through the college application process!

[Dana White Bolar @KCShox]

Welcome to @WichitaState!!!

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

@wheatweet @CEOPmedia @HighlandParkHP @edpartnerships @TPS_501 @BetterMakeRoom @WichitaState @WashburnUniv @UnivOfKansas @NewJayhawks @BeAJayhawk Don’t worry, we have a few more HP Scots coming your way!

Ariadna, Chey’enne and 2 more!

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

Check us out tomorrow!!!

[NCCEP @edpartnerships]

Have you checked out our @instagram video series? Get tips & information from the NCCEP team and #GEARUPworks community members.

Tune in ⭐️tomorrow⭐️ for a Day in the Life of a GEAR UP Coordinator as @GEARUPTopeka takes over our Instagram!

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

GEAR UP greatly appreciates your understanding, flexibility, and care as we continue to support our students during this challenging time. The situation is evolving rapidly and we will continue to monitor developments and share updates with you as we have more information.

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

Due to concerns about the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), KU GEAR UP is moving all services remotely (email, text, phone call, Google Hangout). As of March 16, 2020, and until further notice, KU GEAR UP staff will not have a presence in @HighlandParkHP & not be hosting events.

[KU GEAR UP Topeka @GEARUPTopeka]

We reassure you that we are still here to provide support:
👨‍💻 Online Google Hangout Hours
🎓 One-on-one college advising
💰 Financial aid advising
💸 Scholarship help & essay proofreading
📬 Print & mail scholarship applications
📝 Recommendation letters
💻 ACT Prep Services