Outreach Programs

Enrich Your Current and Future Educational Success

The Outreach Programs prepares pre-college students for success in the pursuit of post-secondary education through three pre-college programs: College Reach-Out (CROP), FGCU Scholars, and TRIO Talent Search.

The Outreach Programs provide opportunities for students to advance their academic and personal growth, gain financial responsibility, explore careers and understand college requirements. These activities motivate students toward successfully completing their education.

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College Reach-Out Program

A State of Florida grant-funded program designed to prepare middle and high school students to successfully pursue and complete post-secondary education

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FGCU Scholars Program

An FGCU and United Way grants funded program designed to prepare students that meet academic and economic guidelines, to successfully pursue and complete post-secondary education

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TRIO Talent Search

A federally funded outreach and student services program designed to identify and provide services for students who meet academic and economic guidelines, and/or individuals with disabilities to successfully pursue and complete post-secondary education

Program Information
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To qualify, student must be enrolled in grades 6-12 at a school with a program established and meet at least one of the criteria's in both categories listed below in the eligibility guidelines.
Eligibility Guidelines
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Economic Guidelines:
- Student eligible to receive free or reduced lunch
- Family receives public assistance
- Low-income
Academic Guidelines:
- Potential first-generation college student
- Low standardized test scores
- Low grade point average (GPA)
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To qualify for membership in the Scholars Program, students must be enrolled in a public school that sponsors a Scholars Chapter in grades 4-12th and also meet the eligibility guidelines listed below.
Eligibility Guidelines
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- Attain a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.8 or higher
- Demonstrate good character and behavior
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To qualify for membership in the TRIO Talent Search Program, students must be in grades 6-12th enrolled at one of the participating schools and also meet the eligibility guidelines listed below.
Eligibility Guidelines
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- A potential first-generation college student
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Participating Schools
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- Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School
- Lehigh Acres Middle School
- Dunbar High School
- East Lee County High School
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Upcoming Events

Services

Throughout the academic year, we offer an assortment of academic support, resources, and tools, such as:

ACT/SAT Boot Camps
Academic Counseling
Tutoring resources

We offer resources in identifying colleges to attend, majors to pursue, and the benefits of post-secondary education, such as:

Career Development Workshops
"College for a Day" Workshops
College Tours

Family is an important resource for students. Therefore, we provide many resources to support families, including:

Post-secondary Education Workshops
Parent Workshops
Financial Literacy Workshops

We offer experiences to encourage growth in leadership, preparing for college, and serving the community. Our programs provide year-round support and activities for students, including:

FLIGHT Leadership Workshops
Residential Camps
Educational Trips

FAQ

What are the Outreach Programs?
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The Outreach Programs provide opportunities for students to advance their academic and personal growth, gain financial responsibility, explore careers and understand college requirements. The Outreach Programs include: College Reach-Out Program (CROP), FGCU Scholars, and TRiO Talent Search.
What are the benefits of joining one of the programs?
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- Academic support
- College and career resources
- Family engagement
- Summer programs and workshops
- Community service
- Mentoring and leadership workshops
Are the Outreach Programs scholarship based?
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How much does it cost to be in the Outreach Programs?
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Do I have to reapply to the program each year?
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Where is the office located and when are you open?
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If one of my parents received a bachelors degree outside of the U.S., am I considered first generation?
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Meet the Staff

September Gant

Program Director

Office: MCT 0216

Phone: 239-590-1479

E-mail: sgant@fgcu.edu

Lisa Neris

Project Director, Talent Search

Office: MCT 0217A

Phone: 239-745-4217

E-mail: lneris@fgcu.edu

Bethciy Ambroise

Coordinator, Talent Search

Office: MCT 0217B

Phone: 239-590-1136

E-mail: biambroise@fgcu.edu

Julia Aguirre

Coordinator, Talent Search

Office: MCT 0217B

Phone: 239-590-1563

E-mail: jaguirre@fgcu.edu

Autumn Kasal

Coordinator, Outreach Programs

Office: MCT 0217B

Phone: 239-590-1372

E-mail: akasal@fgcu.edu

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TRIO and Outreach Programs

McTarnaghan Hall 202
10501 FGCU Boulevard South
Fort Myers, Florida 33965

(239) 590-7834

(239) 590-7947 (Fax)

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