GEAR UP Students Visit Washington D.C. PDF Print E-mail
WSU GEAR UP News
Written by Rick Tarver   
Tuesday, 17 July 2007

GEAR UP in Washington DCGEAR UP students from Warden HS, Moses Lake HS, and Soap Lake HS, had the opportunity to spend five days in our nation's capital - Washington, DC.  GEAR UP students that met requirements set by their local GEAR UP program and Close Up received a Scholarship that covered transportation, airfare, hotel, meals, and registration fees for Close Up's Intensive Washington D.C. five-day program. 

GEAR UP Students at the National ZooClose Up is a hands on program that educates and inspires students to become civically engaged in their community and country.  During the program, the students were able to meet other students from around the country and discuss hot topics being decided upon by our nation's leaders.  Workshops were held at many of the capital's great monuments and buildings.  Students also had the opportunity to meet with Washington State Senator Patty Murray to address any questions.  Students felt that the trip was very rewarding and opened thier eyes to the actual power of the people.

 
WSU GEAR UP Website Welcomes 500,000 Visitors PDF Print E-mail
WSU GEAR UP News
Written by Chris Tucker   
Friday, 22 June 2007

500,000 visitorsThe WSU GEAR UP website passed a milestone this month when it passed the half-a-million visits mark. The website has been providing information to students, teachers, parents, and program staff since Fall 2003.

The WSU GEAR UP partnership programs would like to invite all visitors to continue to check back for new information on our website. We have some new, exciting additions planned for the new school year this fall.

Thanks for all your visits! 

 
Warden's Maritza Lino wins 8th Grade Career Showcase PDF Print E-mail
Warden News
Written by Rick Tarver   
Tuesday, 29 May 2007

Maritza LinoWSU, CWU, & UW GEAR UP had their Annual 8th Grade Career Showcase on May 24, 2007 at WSU Tri-Cities. 13 GEAR UP schools participated by sending their top 8th Grade Career Presenter. Students prepared a Career Board and/or a Career Powerpoint along with a 5-minute presentation that showcased a career of their choice.

After a very impressive performance from all the students, judges selected Warden Middle School’s Maritza Lino as the top presenter. Maritza’s poise and well prepared presentation on becoming a Pediatrician earned her a new Dell Computer.

Congratulations Maritza!

 
CMMS's Whitney Sell at the 8th Grade Career Showcase Presentations PDF Print E-mail
Moses Lake News
Written by Paula Smedley   
Wednesday, 30 May 2007

Whitney Sell - CSI    Students from WSU, CWU, and UW GEAR UP presented at the annual 8th Grade Career Showcase at WSU Tri-Cities.  13 students from around the region were selected by staff and/or peers to present their career boards.  Each student came having already taken first place within their school so they are all winners!

    Following a fabulous dinner and a warm welcome from GEAR UP Administration each student shared a 5 minute oral presentation on their career.  The presentations were accompanied by elaborate career boards and/or power point, as well as various props and attire fitting to that career.  The students presented before a judging panel as well as family and friends. 

    Whitney Sell represented Chief Moses Middle School and did a fabulous job presenting her career choice of Crime Scene Investigator.   All of the students came prepared and obviously put a tremendous amount of effort into researching and creating their projects.  The evening closed with certificates and prizes being awarded to all.

~Congratulations to Whitney and to each and every student!
 
<< Start < Prev 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Next > End >>

Results 37 - 45 of 87

 

1.16
 
 
Main Menu
Home
What is WSU GEAR UP?
WSU GEAR UP News
Photos
Web Links
Statistics
Visitors: 1445785