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Seniors from Hilo, Leilehua and Waipahu high schools stay at Frear Hall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The University of Â鶹´«Ã½<\/span> at Mānoa recently helped secure a $8.3 million grant for its GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs)<\/a> Oʻahu<\/span> program, a partnership aiming to boost college readiness.<\/p>\n

This particular grant from the U.S. Department of Education will help about 1,600 seventh graders from four middle schools: Dole, Kalākaua, Wahiawā and Waipahu Intermediate.<\/p>\n

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“We visualize the support we provide to students in three key areas—Bridges, Backpacks and Beliefs<\/em>,” said Edmond Lee, director at Gear UP Oʻahu<\/span>. “Bridges: provide learning and advancement opportunities. Backpacks: supplies and essentials to help them on their journey. Beliefs: building mindsets and persistence to be successful in their chosen pathway.”<\/p>\n

GEAR UP Oʻahu<\/span> provides support to students for seven years from middle school through their first year of college. By offering a range of free resources, the program\u2019s goal is to equip students with foundational skills and support to succeed academically.<\/p>\n

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