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GEAR UP officials, students describe college visits, advising and planned site trips for class of 2029
Summary
District GEAR UP coordinators told the board Sept. 15 that the class of 2029 had broad college- and career-exposure last year and that multiple visits and advising events are planned this year; students described visits as helpful for first-generation and low-income students.
GEAR UP staff and students told the Marshalltown board on Sept. 15 that the program provided college and career exposure for eighth graders now in the class of 2029 and that advising and site visits will continue throughout the year.
Program coordinator Tracy (speaker) summarized participation: "last year, all students attended an on-site hands on career fair. 209 students attended at least 1…
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