SECTION III. REVIEW OF PROGRAMS
by MIGUEL LLORA

HOOVER PROGRAMS 

Please note that this is not a complete list of every program offered at Hoover. This list is only indicative of the most prominent programs that developed out of our research. Other programs include CAL SOAPS, Talent Search, and various A.P. classes. 

Synergy  

Synergy is an after-school program that includes recreation and academic tutoring. It is administered by Hoover and financed through San Diego State University and the City Heights Collaborative. Concerning college prep, it offers courses were students learn about college level academics and life, academic tutoring, and classes that assist them in filling out scholarships and tracking down information. 

G.A.T.E: Gifted and Talented Program 

The GATE program is a national program designed to track students, at an early age, who have exceptional academic or artistic skills. G.A.T.E. eligibility is determined as early as the 3^rd grade through a test called the “Raven Matrix Test.” In the 9^th and 10^th grades they are placed in accelerated classes and in 11^th and 12^th grade they are placed in AP classes.  

A.V.I.D: Advanced Via Individual Determination 

AVID is designed to prepare students for entrance into a four-year college or university. It is based on the premise that the so-called “average” kids, such as non G.A.T.E. students have the potential to succeed in college. It is offered during the fourth period and consists of various activities and counseling, such as tutoring, college trips, and keeping a notebook for all of their classes. 

Upward Bound:

Upward Bound is a program designed to increase student awareness of college opportunities and college culture. It consists of summer programs were high school students live on a college campus during the summer to engage in various academic and cultural activities 

Gear-Up: 

Gear-Up is the principle program that helps 9^th and 10^th graders prepare for college. It is integrated with Synergy, which offers a “Gear-Up for College” class about college culture and life. The Gear-Up grant provides a limited scholarship for all 10^th graders. All students who are currently in the 10^th grade are guaranteed admission to SDSU if they maintain a 2.0 GPA.