California GEAR UP Resources and Materials Clearinghouse

As a parent, you need answers to your own questions as well as those of your child. This section is organized in five different topic areas. Two of the sections include questions from the prospective of your child in addition to the FAQs for parents. You may find that some of the questions are similar but the perspective is somewhat different. All introductory answers have a link to the detailed information on the topic.

college awareness	communication & social issues	financial aid
Congratulations, your child really can go to college, and you both need to start thinking about and preparing for college now! For Parents Student FAQs	There are lots of way you can improve communication with your child. Understand some of the key factors to make it easier.	There is money to make college affordable for all students. Understanding some of the basics about financial aid is important for you and your children. For Parents Student FAQs

learning environment	school system
Learn more about how schools work, and how you can work more effectively with teachers and the school.	Motivating and helping your student is key to his/her success in school. Find some key tips here.