National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP)

How can we help students envision and achieve their educational dreams? ✨ Dr. Terrell Strayhorn, PhD's work in DEIB has transformed education, empowering educators to help all students thrive. Excited to have him share why #GEARUPworks! Join us! 🔗 edpartnerships.org/academy #CollegeAccess, #Education, #K12, #HigherEducation

#Breaking 🎤 Meet the 2025 National GEAR UP Academy Keynotes! 🌟 This year, we’re thrilled to welcome an incredible lineup of speakers: ☑️ Dr. Terrell Strayhorn, PhD – Leading scholar on belonging, student success, and social justice, dedicated to helping students thrive in education and beyond. ☑️ Aya M. Waller-Bey, MPhil – Researcher and advocate for equity in college admissions, committed to creating pathways for underrepresented students. ☑️ Dr. Angel B. Pérez – CEO of NACAC, a national thought leader in education policy, access, and college admissions reform. Stay tuned! In the coming days, we’ll dive into their impactful work and inspiring journeys. #GEARUPworks 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ge2RaXTA #CollegeAccess #Education, #HigherEd, #HigherEducation

New year, new opportunities to empower! 🎉 Wishing you all a year of growth and success from the NCCEP family. 🌟 #GEARUPworks 📸 Miami, FL Miami GEAR UP’s first-ever Student Leadership Summit brought over 100 middle schoolers together to build connections and leadership skills. 💪 Laredo, TX 📸 Lyndon B. Johnson parents picking up supplies for their college-bound kids! We’re proud to support them as they soar in Year 7. 📸 Flint, MI 5 days. 2 universities. Endless opportunities. Their Upper Peninsula College Tour was a transformative journey for students. 🌟 📸 Weslaco, TX Region One GEAR UP: College Now - Career Connected! celebrated 25 years of GEAR UP success during National GEAR UP Week! 🌟 📸 Laredo, TX Parents and students experienced unforgettable moments together at NCCEP in D.C., building memories that will last a lifetime. 📸 Austin, TX 2024 UT Austin GEAR UP Conference: A celebration of unity and innovation! Thank you to everyone who made this milestone event memorable. Let’s gear up for an even brighter 2025! Region One Education Service Center, Miami GEAR UP, The University of Texas at Austin, Central Michigan University.

What a year it’s been! Let’s keep celebrating what made this year a success—your commitment to GEAR UP! #GEARUPworks 📸 The VT GEAR UP team, including 3 inspiring alumni, represented at the 2024 GEAR UP West Conference! Their impactful workshop showed how alumni can lead the way. 📸 GEAR UP Nashville partnered with Focus Training to deliver "Student Leaders Camp" at Belmont University in early June 2024. 📸 Over fifty students from GEAR UP Waterbury and Meriden explored colleges in the greater Boston area on an unforgettable overnight tour. These experiences bring the collegiate dream closer! 📸 Celebrating Ana Ascencio, our 2024 Family Leader of the Year! Her dedication to her community and GEAR UP Manchester students is truly inspiring. 💙 📸 Building pathways to excellence! Our sophomores are hard at work developing standout profiles for top-tier universities. The future is looking brighter than ever. 📸 From Spelman College to Georgia Tech, Get Ready GEAR UP Minnesota’s HBCU Tour inspired students to dream big, connect with peers, and embrace new opportunities. The journey continues as these future leaders shape their own paths! 🚀✨ #HBCUPride Campus Compact for New Hampshire, Region One Education Service Center

Cheers to an incredible year with GEAR UP! 🎉 Here's to celebrating success, empowerment, and unforgettable moments in 2024. 💫 #GEARUPworks 📍 Appalachian State University State, Boone, NC Students turned curiosity into memorable experiences while exploring Duke University’s advanced research facilities. 📍 College Now, Region One Education Service Center, Laredo, TX A GEAR UP alumna inspires future generations, giving back to her community while attending Laredo College. 📍 MAD-learn, Atlanta, GA Empowering educators at the NCCEP Annual Conference with the “Don’t Worry, Be APPy” session. 📍 GEAR UP Maine, Augusta, ME Linda Nichols joined students for a National GEAR UP Week assembly to celebrate advocacy and success!

✨ Happy Holidays from your NCCEP family! Wishing you a season filled with joy, warmth, and celebration! ☃️ #GEARUPworks

A few weeks ago, NCCEP had the honor of joining the K20 Innovative Learning Institute 2024! 🎉 We were inspired by 1,000 passionate educators and leaders, connecting and growing together. Thank you to the K20 Center and the University of Oklahoma for hosting this incredible event and driving education innovation! 💡 #GEARUPworks ! Betty Paugh, Jackie Mania, Laura Buxton, Leslie Williams, Ph.D., Jolynn Horn.

🚨 Last chance! Submit your proposal for the 2025 NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference by Dec. 13. Share your ideas & inspire the GEAR UP community! 🌟 🔗: https://lnkd.in/gh8yFrSX #GEARUPworks

📣 You still have time to register! Join us on December 12 at 2 PM ET to explore FREE and low-cost tools for photos, design, social media, writing, and more! 💡 ➡️ RSVP: https://lnkd.in/g9fGHYWd

📅 Mark your calendar: February 3–6, 2025 🎓 From grant administration to student support, this academy offers expert-led and discussion-based classes tailored to help GEAR UP professionals succeed. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow alongside peers in the GEAR UP community! #GEARUPworks 🔗 Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/ge2RaXTA #EducationLeadership #HigherEd #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #CollegeAccess