Graci Zeiger
“I am the product of dedicated
educators, college access programs,
and the life changing power of
education. I want to create the same
opportunities others provided me.”
-Graci Zeiger
(574) 222-5809
This guide was crafted for elementary professionals to have plug and play college and readiness interventions. It includes lesson plans, event planning, and school environment suggestions. The lesson plans are aligned with state required Individualized Career and Academic Plans and District Career and Academic Plans.
content creation, project management, curriculum development, cross sector collaboration
Projects
During GEAR UP Iowa 2.0 we saw 2.5 percentage points of growth in FAFSA completition rates, despite the pandemic, in 2020. This guide was crafted to assist other schools in increasing thier rates as well. It includes an overview of FAFSA rates in Iowa, equity issues, suggested events, how to troubleshoot, and an array of resources schools can use.
content creation, project management, curriculum development, cross sector collaboration
To ensure our schools have the key skills needed we host a series of professional development opportunities. Yearly, this includes 2 conferences and monthly virtual trainings. Topics include: grant compliance, student and family engagement, entrance exams, getting buy-in, and many more.
event planning, professional development, public speaking, facilitations, community outreach
These four student facing documents guide students through the steps needed to complete the postsecondary path of thier choice. They include a detailed outline of steps to follow, resources to assist them, and places to document important information. In addition, staff were trained to engage and support students with the documents.
content creation, project management, curriculum development, cross sector collaboration
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropolopy
Central College | Pella, Iowa
2010
CERTIFICATES
Leadership Capacity Building Development Certificate
State of Iowa- Performance Development Solutions
2023
College Access Equity Badge
Iowa College & Career Readiness Academy
2023
Talent Development Certificate
State of Iowa- Performance Development Solutions
2022
College Access Specialist Certificate
Iowa College & Career Readiness Academy
2021
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate
University of South Florida Muma College of Business
2021
College Access Professional
Iowa College & Career Readiness Academy
2020