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☀️ Summer has just begun, which means there’s plenty of time to set goals, try new things, and make progress toward your future!

Maybe it's simply to step outside your comfort zone; every step forward matters. Big achievements often start with small, consistent actions.

What is one goal you're working toward this summer? Share it in the comments—we'd love to hear about it and cheer you on! 🌟

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✨ Student Spotlight ✨

We’re excited to celebrate Victoria McQuarrie, a college freshman at Gillette College and proud Campbell County High School alumna!

📚 Major: General Studies

💬 What inspires you to pursue the career you want?
“My own weakness inspires me to work hard toward what I want, despite how hard it is for me.”

Victoria also shared a special thank you to her GEAR UP Success Coach, Marlena Hale, her family, and the GC Library staff for their support along the way. 💙

We are so proud of your perseverance, dedication, and growth, Victoria. Keep chasing your goals — your future is bright! 🌟

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✨ Senior Spotlight ✨

Big things are ahead for Cady Gernant, Senior, Class of 2026 at Westwood High School — and we’re so proud to celebrate her!

📚 College Choice: Gillette College
🎓 Major: General Studies

💬 If you could tell other students about GEAR UP Wyoming, what would you say?
“[GEAR UP] helps give options of what you want to do, and the staff are amazing at what they do.”

Cady, we are so excited for this next chapter and all the opportunities ahead of you. Congratulations on this huge milestone! 🌟

GEAR UP Wyoming

🌟 Senior Spotlight 🌟

There’s nothing better than watching our students turn their dreams into plans for the future! We are so proud of Laura Benim!

🤎💛 College Choice: University of Wyoming
🌱 Major/Career Path: Plant Production and Protection with a Horticulture Concentration

Laura has also been selected as a 2026 Daniels Scholar — an incredible accomplishment that reflects her hard work and dedication!

✨ How has GEAR UP helped support you on your path to graduate from high school and achieve post-secondary education?
“They have helped me with financial aid.”

🌿 What inspired you to pursue your degree program?
“My family inspired me to pursue this degree program. They have always tried to be self-sufficient, and they have gardened my whole life. This piqued my interest in plant production and eventually helped me make my final decision.”

Congratulations, Laura! We can’t wait to see all you accomplish.
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Johnson County Residents, this is a great opportunity!

Announcing our new President's Scholarship for residents of Johnson County!
It will cover tuition and fees up to 15 credits per semester for the 2026-27 academic year, and courses may be taken in Buffalo, Sheridan, or online.

Applications due by July 31st. Apply at www.sheridan.edu/JCSCHOLARSHIP
Or give us a call at (307) 684-2001.

Interested in supporting the scholarship fund?
Contact the Sheridan College Foundation & Alumni.

🌅Like the sunrise after a long night, this season is proof of your strength, perseverance, and growth. Every early morning, every late assignment, every challenge you pushed through has brought you here.

Stay strong. Keep going. Finish proud.

GEAR UP is with you every step of the way — cheering you on, supporting your goals, and helping you cross that finish line with confidence.

Your future is rising. ✨

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🎓🌟 Senior Spotlight – GEAR UP Wyoming 🌟🎓

Join us in celebrating Amara Hohnhorst, Class of 2026, Thunder Basin High School!

🤎💛 College Choice: University of Wyoming
📚 Major: Animal & Veterinary Science (Equine Concentration)

Amara shares that GEAR UP supported her journey by covering her ACT fees and giving her the opportunity to retake the test until she achieved her desired score — easing financial stress and opening doors for her future.

Inspired by growing up breeding her family’s foundation line of Appaloosas, Amara plans to continue their legacy while producing quality show and rodeo horses with strong genetics.

We’re so proud of you, Amara — your future in the equine industry is bright! ✨ GEAR UP Wyoming

Josh Rogers, a freshman at Gillette College, is excelling in Machine Tool Technology and leading through SkillsUSA as Chapter Secretary and State Officer.

At the 2026 SkillsUSA State Conference, Josh earned:
🥇 Gold – Automated Manufacturing
🥇 Gold – Career & Technical Educator
🥈 Silver – Quiz Bowl
🏆 Helped his chapter earn the High Point Award

He’s also active in WACTE and the Machine Tool Club, plans to run for Student Senate President (2026–2027), and is working toward a CTE BAS at the University of Wyoming.

Josh would like to recognize the following scholarships for supporting his goals:
• Gene Haas Scholarship (Thank you to Advisor Tony Giest)
• Rawhide Elementary Scholarship
• SkillsUSA Scholarship (Thank you to the Associated General Contractors of Wyoming)
• GEAR UP Federal Opportunity Scholarship (Thank you to GEAR UP Success Coach, Marlena Hale)

Congratulations on your incredible achievements, Josh! GEAR UP Wyoming