GEAR UP Coordinators
Montana GEAR UP partners with 12 school districts to help equip them with the tools
necessary to thrive in the world of college and work.
Gear Up Coordinators provide comprehensive mentoring & tutoring services, access to dual enrollment, help with college applications, guidance on financial aid & scholarships, organization of summer programs & internships, and lots more!
| GEAR UP School | GEAR UP Liaison | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Arlee Public Schools | Deanne Smith | 406-726-3216 ext: 2305 |
| Box Elder Public Schools | Megan Maroney | 406-352-4195; 406-352-3222 |
| Browning Public Schools | Kristy CalfRobe | 406-338-2745 |
| Hardin Public Schools | Lindsey Ramsey | 406-665-9300 |
| Libby Public Schools | Deanna Malyevac | 406-293-8802 ext: 2017 |
| Lodge Grass Public Schools | TBD | |
| Pryor Public Schools | Talitha Goes Ahead | 406-259-7329 |
| Rocky Boy Public Schools | Chance Houle | 406-395-4270 ext: 223 |
| St. Ignatius Public Schools | Alan Pule | 406-745-3811ext: 265 |
| St. Regis Public Schools | Jennifer Pruitt | 406-649-2311 |
| Superior Public Schools | Toni Labbe | 406-822-3600 ext: 117 |
| Thompson Falls Public Schools | Penny Beckman | 406-827-3593 ext: 7069 |
| Troy Public Schools | Kristine Morris | 406-295-4520 ext: 2138 |
| Post Secondary Partners | GEAR UP Coordinator | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Flathead Valley Community College | Lauri Berg | 406-756-3882 |
| Montana State University | Judi Haskins | 406-994-4374 |
| Montana State University - Billings | Annelise Clark (interim) | 406-657-2105 |
| Salish Kootenai College | Terri Cordier | 406-75-4711 |
| University of Montana | Mindy May | 406-243-2281 |
College Is Possible
Montana GEAR UP supports schools, students, and their families to increase students’ college and career readiness through academic preparedness, postsecondary planning, and financial aid knowledge so that they may succeed in their education beyond high school.
Programs like GEAR UP provide students the opportunity, resources, and confidence
to apply to and attend college.
Jessica Knapp
GEAR UP Liaison