TRIO UPWARD BOUND
Upward Bound is a federally funded college preparatory program which provides high school students the opportunity to acquire the academic skills and personal motivation necessary to finish high school followed by entering and earning a degree from a college or university. The students selected for the Higher Education Consortium (HEC) Upward Bound program must have the desire, determination and commitment to participate in all activities and training.
PROGRAM SERVICES
Our Upward Bound program is designed to work with students as early as 9th grade and follow them through the completion of their bachelor's degree. We focus on creating the opportunity to gain academic skills and exposure to high education early. Program services include:
Saturday sessions
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during the school year, October - May
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meet twice monthly
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tutoring and academic support
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ACT Prep
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personal and career guidance
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assistance with college & financial aid applications
Summer components
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six-week academic program hosted on Saint Louis University Campus
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classes in ELA, ACT prep, foreign language, entrepreneurship, and writing
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college campus tours
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
We want to help you reach your educational goals. These eligibility guidelines help us identify those most at need.
A participant must be:
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a first-generation college bound student OR low income as defined by the U.S. Department of Education guidelines
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currently maintaining a 2.5 GPA and enrolled in college preparatory classes
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committed to succeeding in continuing education
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attending one of the following schools:
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Gateway STEM High School
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Vashon High School
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Sumner High School
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Soldan High School
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Clyde C. Miller Career Academy
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And surrounding area schools
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Don't meet this criteria? Reach out to us here. We still want to help you on your journey!
MEET THE TEAM
Kevin Todd, MEd
Upward Bound Program Director
Kevin has dedicated more than 6 years to the TRIO programs at HEC, starting as an advisor with ETS growing into the director role at Upward Bound. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education Spanish from La Universidad del Sagrado Corazón in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and a Master's degree in Higher Education Administration from Lindenwood University. With a passion for working with young minds, he is committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders and shape the future for his students.
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