FSU GEAR UP

09/25/2026

🎉 Happy National GEAR UP Week! 🎓💙

FAFSA is OPEN! 💰🎓

National GEAR UP Week is the perfect time for a little FAFSA reminder! 👀

Don’t wait until the last minute to complete the FAFSA! Getting started early gives you more time to gather information, complete any required contributor sections, and address any issues that may come up. Some state and school aid can also have earlier deadlines or limited funds.

💡 A few things to remember:
✔️ Create/confirm your FSA ID
✔️ Make sure required contributors complete their sections
✔️ Review your FAFSA information carefully
✔️ Keep an eye out for your FAFSA Submission Summary
✔️ Pay attention to school and state deadlines
✔️ Don’t wait until the last minute!

And remember — you don't have to figure it out alone! 💙

📚 Have FAFSA questions? Your GEAR UP team is here to help!

Let's GEAR UP for college! 🎓💙

09/24/2026

🎉 Happy National GEAR UP Week! 🎓💙

Dreams, smiles & GEAR UP! ✨

Our Academic Coach Kiara Ray brought the GEAR UP Week energy with a fun event where students created a Dream Wall, snapped some pics, and shared their hopes for the future! 🌟

We also had the opportunity to hear from school staff about how much they value our GEAR UP team and the difference we make within their school community. 💙

This is what GEAR UP is all about — relationships, opportunity, support, and helping students dream BIG! 🚀

Shoutout to Coach Ray for making GEAR UP Week extra special! 👏🏽🎉

09/23/2026

🎉 Happy National GEAR UP Week! 🎓💙

There’s a lot that makes GEAR UP unique!

Take a look at a few things that make our program and the work we do with students unique! ✨

09/22/2026

🎉 Happy National GEAR UP Week! 🎓💙

Parents — you're part of this too! Our GEAR UP team offers workshops, one-on-one guidance, and resources to help you support your student through every step of the college and career planning process — from understanding financial aid to navigating applications, and everything in between.

You don't have to figure it out alone. We're here for your family, not just your student!

👀 Want to know what parent support looks like in GEAR UP? Comment below or send us a message — we'll walk you through it.

09/21/2026

🎉 Happy National GEAR UP Week! 🎓💙

As we kick off this special week, we want to take a moment to remind you who we are, what we do, and the difference GEAR UP is making in communities across the country. 🌎✨

Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting the schools we serve right here in our community, the students and families we support, and the many ways GEAR UP works to create opportunities for success. 📚🎓

👀 Stay tuned—you won’t want to miss what’s coming!

Here’s to celebrating GEAR UP, our students, and the impact we’re making together! 💙

Happy National GEAR UP Week! 🎉

09/18/2026

08/24/2026

First Day Check-In✨

Alright, CCS… let’s hear it! 👀
How was your first day back?!

Drop a GIF, emoji, or a few words below to tell us how you’re feeling! ⬇️

And don’t forget to stay connected with GEAR UP for updates, opportunities, and resources to help you succeed throughout the school year. 📚🎓

More exciting updates are coming soon…

Let’s make this school year a great one! 💪

04/16/2026

Now enrolling 6th and 7th graders at Westover MS, Douglas Byrd MS, Luther Nick Jeralds MS, Anne Chestnut MS, & Lewis Chapel MS🔥 !

04/01/2026

We have openings available now! Share with a friend or classmate😀

03/31/2026

GEAR UP is looking for local tutors. Spread the word!