Upward Bound Program
What is Upward Bound?
The mission of the ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ Upward Bound Program is to provide each student with improved academic skills, high self-esteem, cultural opportunities, and an increased enthusiasm for the for the learning process. The goals and objectives of the program are designed to help participants succeed at the secondary and post-secondary levels.
The ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ Upward Bound program is a year-round program for motivated Alvin High School students with academic potential who want to go to college.
The program offers academic tutoring, advising, assistance in obtaining financial aid, on-campus summer camp, local and out-of-town field trips, and ACT/SAT preparation. If you meet certain academic requirements you may be eligible for a monthly stipend.
Because Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program, there is no cost to participate. Upward Bound has helped thousands of students succeed since it began in 1966. The ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ Upward Bound Program opened in 2003.
Benefits of Upward Bound
- Your grades will likely improve if you actively participate in the program.
- You'll be introduced to key personnel at a number of local businesses, colleges and universities.
- You'll have the opportunity to polish your academic skills and learn new ones.
- You'll enjoy the fun and flexibility of college life during the six-week summer program.
- You'll be prepared to succeed in college.
- If you meet certain academic criteria, you may be eligible for a monthly stipend.
- If you are interested in Upward Bound, ask your high school counselor for an application, or call ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ at 281-756-3849.
Who Can Be An Upward Bounder?
- An Alvin High School Student
- Have completed 8th grade
- Have not completed their fall semester of their 11th grade year
Selection is competitive and is based on teacher recommendations, test scores, grades
and a personal interview.
Activities
Upward Bound is divided into academic and summer components. During the school year
participants attend two Saturday academies per month at ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ, where they
receive academic assistance and advising, along with the opportunity to participate
in field trips, learn new computer skills, and enjoy the ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ facilities.
Participants also attend weekly tutoring sessions. Students will attend quarterly advising. These sessions are tailored to meet your individual needs. During the summer session, participants attend a six week session which introduces them to the fun and flexibility of college life. Some days you may find yourselves out in the field, talking to experts at local businesses; others days, you will be behind your desk in the morning, then tackle cutting-edge computer skills in the afternoon; still others, you will be on the bus headed off to nearby universities to meet with key personnel.