GEAR UP for Success: Strategies for Preparing All Students for Postsecondary Life
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Welcome Educators!
How can educators better prepare students for life beyond high school? Join this free webinar to discover actionable strategies, expert insights, and best practices for supporting student success and college readiness. Hosted by WhyTry and featuring education leaders, this engaging panel discussion will shine a spotlight on GEAR UP programs and their impact on students’ academic and career trajectories.
What You’ll Gain From Attending
- How schools can effectively partner with GEAR UP to support underserved students.
- Proven strategies to build resilience and prepare students for postsecondary life.
- Tips for empowering students to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
This webinar is for all educators, whether you’re a classroom teacher, school counselor, or administrator. You’ll leave with actionable ideas and a renewed sense of hope for helping every student succeed.
Who should attend?
This webinar is ideal for educators, counselors, administrators, and anyone invested in helping students overcome obstacles and succeed in postsecondary education.
Reserve your spot today! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain tools and inspiration for transforming your students’ futures.
Meet Our Esteemed Panelists
Director of GEAR UP USU Stars!, Mamie leads statewide college access initiatives and builds impactful partnerships to expand the reach of GEAR UP. With 28 years of experience in K-12 and higher education, she is a passionate advocate for student empowerment at every stage of their journey. Mamie holds degrees in Communications and Theatre Education from Grambling State University and Counseling from Prairie View A&M University.
Leigh Larsen has been an integral part of the GEAR UP program since 2015, serving as a Coordinator, Advisor, and Program Coordinator. With a Bachelor’s in Political Science and a Master’s in Human Resource Management from Utah State University, Leigh is committed to helping students access resources and opportunities to achieve their educational goals.
Dr. Jason Payne, Director of USU STARS! GEAR UP, has 28 years of experience in education, including a decade with GEAR UP. A first-generation college graduate, he holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy, a Master’s in Public Administration, and a Bachelor’s in Business Marketing from the University of Utah, as well as an Associate’s Degree from Snow College. Jason’s unique perspective allows him to give back to the schools and communities that shaped his own journey.
Director of Training and Research at WhyTry, Jason is a licensed school psychologist and a thought leader in resilience education. He has trained educators nationwide, led successful implementations of WhyTry programs, and delivered keynote speeches at hundreds of conferences. Jason’s research focuses on resilience and student performance, with a mission to empower disadvantaged students to thrive.