by MJ Bridges | Sep 17, 2025 | Career, Classroom, Programs, Student Engagement
As a proud GEAR UP alumnus, MJ Bridges knows the program’s impact doesn’t end at graduation. Growing up in Racine, Wisconsin, he participated in the Wisconsin Education Opportunity Program: Racine GEAR UP while attending Washington Park High School, an experience that...
by MJ Bridges | May 14, 2025 | Career, College, Programming, Students
Money decisions made early in life can have a lasting impact on a young person’s future. Yet, financial lessons are often overlooked in high schools, leaving students unprepared for real-world financial responsibilities. As a former high school math teacher and...