Thank you for your interest in joining the NCCEP Family Engagement Advisory Committee. We’re looking for a diverse group of GEAR UP professionals to volunteer their expertise for professional development, community engagement, and advising NCCEP around family engagement strategies.
Committee Member Requirements
Applicants should be NCCEP members and have experience with both GEAR UP and engaging families.
Committee Meetings
The committee meets monthly via Zoom, on the
second Tuesday of the month at 2:00 pm ET for 60 minutes.
Committee Member Responsibilities
Committee members should expect to contribute 1 – 2 hours per month over a 2-year term, from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026.
1. Serve as experts and leaders for professional development.
- Lead or support session(s) at the virtual National GEAR UP Academy.
- Lead or support session(s) or meetings at the in-person Annual Conference.
- Support other professional development opportunities as needed, e.g., webinars, Learning Labs, etc.
- Co-create and/or update topic-related resources as needed, e.g., toolkits, Study Lab courses, etc.
2. Engage the GEAR UP community.
- Identify relevant topics and host Discussion Labs.
- Lead or contribute to discussions and resources on the Quad.
- Amplify NCCEP communications and messaging.
- Encourage community engagement in other ways.
3. Advise NCCEP on programs and initiatives.
- Identify short and long-term needs of community.
- Inform strategic planning.
The application deadline is August 31. Please contact
Katie_Hill@edpartnerships.org if you have any questions.