The Texas Education Agency's GEAR UP Project is called
TGAP - Texans Getting Academically Prepared
TGAP has three major objectives.
Objective 1- To build and maintain the capacity of educators and students so teachers can adequately prepare students for successful participation in challenging college preparatory programs.
Objective 2- To increase student and family awareness of opportunities for college and financial aid assistance.
Objective 3- To provide meaningful incentives and support for high student achievement from the business community.