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Student-Parent Orientation 2014
- 1. Upward Bound Student-Parent Orientation
- 2. “In Upward Bound, not only do we get challenged, and receive support in our academics, but also, it creates a community where we love, help, and struggle together. We learn from new experiences, and we prosper as a result.” – Erica Martinez, Cal Prep
- 4. Introduction: Who We Are
- 5. “Upward Bound isn't just a program. It's a commitment for life.” – Oscar Figueredo
- 6. How We Fit
- 7. “The Pre-College TRIO Programs provide low-income, first-generation- to-college students with the preparation vital for completing higher education.” – Pre-College TRIO Mission Statement
- 8. Our Values • Passion: demonstrating enthusiasm in carrying out one’s goals • Compassion: desiring to help others to who are in need • Empowerment: helping others to regain confidence and control over their own lives • Mentorship: giving others the benefit of our experience • Support: seeking out ways to offer assistance to others attempting to attain their goals • Success: relentlessly pursuing goals until they are attained
- 9. Part I: What We Offer
- 10. “Upward Bound has helped me open up and make many new friends and connections, while at the same helping me with my college applications. I learned to actually relax and have fun, leaving all my stress at home. ” – Aaron Lee
- 11. Counseling & Academic Advising • Evaluating Transcripts • Exploring Careers • Setting Benchmarks for Academic Success
- 12. Schedule at School Sites: Hazel Amina Counseling & Academic Advising
- 13. Schedule at School Sites: Horacio Corona Counseling & Academic Advising
- 14. On-Site Tutoring
- 15. Saturday Academy • Academic, Financial & Career-development workshops • Nano High • Senior College Prep Day • SAT & ACT Preparation
- 16. Academic Field Trips • AT&T Discovery Day • College visits • Senior Trip
- 17. College Planning • Sophomores: exploring colleges and careers, engaging in extracurricular activities • Juniors: community service, internships, SATs and ACTs • Seniors: SATs and ACTs, personal statement workshops, college applications, scholarship programs
- 18. Six-Week Summer Residential Program • Merit-based participation • Attendance • Academics • Other factors
- 19. New Program Components • Males Striving for Excellence (Mentorship Program) • Student Leadership Project • The Peoples’ Social Media Movement: #peoplesmedia
- 20. Questions?
- 21. Part II: What We Expect from You
- 22. “Upward bound is a stepping stone to the future, a sign in the right direction, and a place of acceptance.” – Jamey Williams
- 23. Good Standing • Project Services: Nothing comes for free • Starting (and remaining) in good standing • Probationary Status
- 24. Academics • A-G Classes • Challenging, advanced courses • C or higher in all classes • 2.5 GPA requirement • Academic improvement plan
- 25. Attendance • Counseling appointments • Mandated tutoring • Saturday Academy • Senior college planning
- 26. Community Service • Community Service Expectations • Excused absences • Community Service Days
- 27. Parental Involvement • Attending parent workshops on Saturdays • Volunteering to participate in student activities • Supporting other Upward Bound parents
- 28. Questions?
- 29. Concluding Remarks: The Upward Bound Family
- 30. “Upward Bound is a family, striving for success.” – Susana Olo, Castlemont High
- 31. Why is Upward Bound a family?
- 32. Our Extended UB Family • Alumni relationships • Parents and siblings of students • Staff families
- 35. Questions?
- 36. We’re Done! See you October 4th, 8 am 2060 Valley Life Science Building http://pct.berkeley.edu