Norman Economic Development Coalition

Norman Economic Development Coalition partners with Irving Middle School in Norman and the University of Oklahoma for “GEAR UP Irving 2013.” GEAR UP Irving 2013 hosts parent nights, one-on-one parent meetings, a free tax-preparation service, classroom presentations and student incentive events to recruit and enroll students in Oklahoma’s Promise. In addition, subgrant funds help create a college-going culture and environment for eighth graders and provide them with job-shadowing opportunities, career-exploration activities, college campus tours and career fairs. The Norman Economic Development Coalition is a joint effort of the University of Oklahoma, the city of Norman and the Norman business community through the Norman Chamber of Commerce.