The USDOE evaluates GEAR UP CT (GU CT) on 16 objectives throughout the life of the grant. To monitor and evaluate results, the Annual Data Progress was created to share with all stakeholders. This yearly report is outlined by objective showing year by year progress of services and/or activities impacting our students.

The following grant objectives have been met thus far in Year 4:

1. Tutoring
2. After-school/Summer Enrichment
3. Rigorous Course Work
4. SEL
5. STEM Work-based Learning
6. College Visits

In Year 6, the focus of GEAR UP will be supporting Grade 12 students and families in completing their FSA IDs and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Local GEAR UP teams will conduct technical workshops throughout the Fall of 2024 and into Spring 2025 to assist students and families with their FAFSA and other topics as students transition out of high school and into a post-secondary pathway.