Direct Support & Service Partners
CA GEAR UP partners with statewide expert organizations to deliver coordinated support and services to district administrators, school leaders, counselors, teachers, and other school staff.
California Mathematics Project (CMP) supports CA GEAR UP’s focus on college preparedness (academic outcomes) by advancing rigorous mathematics teaching and learning, strengthening next course readiness, and engaging educators in collaborative Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
California Reading and Literature Project (CRLP) is a key CA GEAR UP partner focused on college preparedness (academic outcomes), providing professional development in rigorous literacy instruction across content areas, supporting next course readiness, and engaging educators in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
UCLA’s EASE (Enhancing Leadership Practices) is a CA GEAR UP partner focused on strengthening school environments through systems thinking and high academic expectations, supporting the development of leadership practices among school and district administrators and staff.
UC Compass (Formerly TES) — A-G data literacy and counseling professional development (College Preparedness).
WestEd serves as the Outside Evaluator for CA GEAR UP, providing independent program evaluation and research support.
Cal-SOAP (California Student Opportunity and Access Program) provides college access and readiness services, including academic advising, financial aid support, and college knowledge resources to help students and families navigate pathways to postsecondary education.
