SC GEAR UP

South Carolina GEAR UP is a six-year federally funded program designed to prepare low-income students to enter and succeed in college. By working with businesses, civic and faith-based organizations, SC GEAR UP currently provides support services for 17 participating high schools.

The grant began in 2006 with select seventh grade classes and will terminate in 2011 upon the classes’ graduation. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce partners with the South Carolina Commission of Higher Education to provide the following:

Volunteerism

A network of individuals offering direct support for students

Parental outreach

Workshops and training assist parents in supporting their students’ education and get them involved in schools

Community partnerships

Businesses, civic and faith-based organizations and individuals provide volunteer services, incentive programs, career awareness projects and support

Learn more by reading our brochures

• SC GEAR-UP college prep brochure (PDF)
• SC GEAR-UP program brochure (PDF)

Partnership intent forms:

(Please print, fill out, and fax to 803.779.6043)

Partnership Intent Form (PDF)
Volunteer Application Form (PDF)

For more information about SC GEAR UP, contact Donna Turbeville at 800-799-4601.