GEAR UP the METRO

GEAR UP the METRO

Who We Are

K20 GEAR UP the METRO (Maximizing Education Through Real-world Opportunities) is a partnership between the K20 Center for Educational and Community Renewal (K20) and 17 high-poverty, low-academic readiness schools located in 3 urban Oklahoma districts. The partnership seeks to impact 7,123 students through a 7-year, dual cohort project beginning with 6th and 7th grades in FY2025. The goals and objectives will guide its services to increase post secondary readiness for the graduating classes of 2031 and 2032.

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 Our Goals

GOAL 4

Increase GEAR UP the METRO schools’ high school graduation and PSE enrollment rates.

GOAL 3

Increase GEAR UP the METRO students’ and their families’ knowledge of PSE options, preparation, and financing.

GOAL 2

Increase GEAR UP the METRO students’ academic preparation for post-secondary education (PSE) upon graduation from participating schools.

GOAL 1

Increase the percentage of cohort students who report they are engaged in learning.

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