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Postsecondary Access Champions Initiative

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Advancing Readiness. Expanding Opportunity. Strengthening Minnesota.

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Welcome to the Postsecondary Access Champions Initiative, a statewide effort led by Get Ready GEAR UP to support public high schools in improving postsecondary readiness. This initiative provides targeted resources and recognition for schools that serve 50% or more students eligible for Free and Reduced-Price Lunch. By meeting key milestones, schools will be honored as Postsecondary Access Champions—demonstrating their commitment to building stronger communities and a more skilled workforce through educational opportunity.

Are you ready to make your school a Postsecondary Access Champion? Click each milestone below to learn more!

See Your School's Progress Here!

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Postsecondary Readiness Assessment
Complete the Get Ready GEAR UP Minnesota Postsecondary Readiness Assessment
Deadline October 1st
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College Knowledge Month
Participate in College Knowledge Month by holding at least one college application event and one college knowledge workshop or presentation.
October 1st – October 31st
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FAFSA Challenge
Have a FAFSA completion rate of at least 60% or increase FAFSA completion by 5% or more over the previous year.
Deadline: FAFSA Challenge ends June 15th
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Decision Day
Hold a Decision Day event to celebrate your seniors’ postsecondary plans with your community.
April 1st - June 15th
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Postsecondary Leadership Team
Implement a Postsecondary Leadership Team to ensure every student’s postsecondary goals are supported.
Deadline: June 15th