10/08/2026
Dear High School Families,
GEAR UP invites students in grades 9–12 and their families to Financial Literacy Night! Join us for a free evening learning about budgeting, saving, credit, and planning for life after high school.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 21
4:30 PM – Chili and cookies by Chef Andy
5:00–6:00 PM – Presentations
WHERE: Gillespie High School Gym
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQ-_p5lgLJ8yo9EJI3NCV0Yux-c5Rr2sS-eDAB9GOBagVU3w/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Space is limited to the first 50 high school students. Once the form is full, it will close automatically. If you miss a spot, email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist.
STUDENT PERKS:
- Savings account opportunity: The first 50 students to register (high school and middle school combined) will have the option to open a savings account with UCB, with the first $25 provided by GEAR UP. If your student is one of the first 50, you will receive a separate sign-up with available times and more information.
- Hour-long lunch: Every student who registers AND attends will earn an hour-long lunch.
- Laptop raffle: Every student who registers AND attends will be entered into a raffle for a free laptop.
We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please contact me.
Jordan Bartok
GEAR UP District Coordinator
Gillespie CUSD #7
[email protected]
Wednesday, October 21 | Gillespie High School Gym 4:30 PM – Chili and cookies by Chef Andy 5:00–6:00 PM – Presentations Students and families are invited to a free evening learning about budgeting, saving, credit, and planning for life after high school. Space is limited to the first 50 high s...