The GEAR UP team provides ongoing support for students, families, and educators in the Compton Unified School District community. Our primary objectives are to help students graduate from high school, increase enrollment in post-secondary programs, and increase a college-going culture in Compton.
Students
We offer the following programs for secondary students
- Workshops
- Mentoring
- Tutoring
- Fieldtrips
- Summer Bridge
Educators
We provide teachers & counselors support in the following ways:
- Professional Development
- California Reading & Literacy Project
- Counselor training
- Attendance to academic conferences
- Tutoring opportunities
Families
We provide resources for families including:
- Financial literacy
- Resource information
- Parent workshops