Ahh notes on the hottest day close to a record;  cool inside the UM center.  Ok....I  read an interesting article in epigenetics.  Interesting discovery that challenges how we  think about human development--stress, environmental change can alter the human destiny.  Another glance at the article on shared outcomes-- how do we continue to enable the environment and expand the capacity of the community/environment?

Gear UP does implicitly  play a meaningful role in social transformation--that fits with Bronfenbrenner's concept of the role of the chronosystem in human development.

My paragraph to VISTAS
Greetings VISTAS; as you know we are preparing for another successful year with GEAR UP.  We appreciate the hard work and dedication that you contribute to the program.  Your role is critical to the success of the program.  It is with this understanding that the U-M Evaluation Team would like to schedule a session with you to gather information about your program experience and discuss your insights into best strategies for working with GEAR UP students and their families.  The following are some possible dates or let us know what works for you and what accommodations you will need.

Thank you for your time and commitment to GEAR UP's success.

Sincerely,
Gloria Thomas
VISTA & Program Assistant