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MARIA ROSARIO CEPEDA
h grad AR   by understand what to expect when I get to college. The
ipl  t  u ti a been nominated for the opportunity to experience
living on campus for 3 weeks at Brown
a en fe t a e l
for c CERDA
e  t E P l a o   PADI AKUA
10th grader, Jonas Bronck Academy
r kill s
a  t school, college, and beyond. GEAR UP has provided
me with academic support and is showing me
the skills I need to have successful college
experience and future
career.”
Instagram: @Bronx_Gear_Up
: @bronxGEARUP
Website: https://www.thebronxinstitute.org
ARI PINEDA
10th grader, In Tech Academy
 UP’ h b d t   I wa h ool o fi programs that will help me prepare for college. I’ve
seen a significant increase in my productivity
because of the countless opportunities offered at
  feel more prepared to face the future
than I was before.”
The Bronx Institute Bronx GEAR UP THRIVES
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