What is Upward Bound?
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The ASU Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math/Science Programs are college preparatory programs funded by the US Department of Education. Upward Bound is a venue in which students are encouraged to experience the summer residential program and to take advantage of the support systems in place. The goal of this program is to promote students’ ability to attend and graduate from college. All activities including academic instruction, advising, field trips, etc. are designed to:
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Increase test scores on state proficiency tests
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Increase high school GPAs and add rigor to high school course selection
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Increase the number of First-generation and Low-Income students enrolling in college
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Increase the number of First-generation and Low-Income students graduating with college degrees
Academic Year Component
The Academic component of the Upward Bound Programs is to strengthen the student's knowledge in leveled curriculum tailored to their needs. Students will participate in advising sessions and night sessions.
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Advising Sessions
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Career Exploration​
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Self-Development
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College Research
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Scholarship Search & Preparation
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FAFSA
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Night Session
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English Curriculum​
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Mathematics Curriculum
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SAT/ACT Prep
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College Prep
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Summer Residential Program
The Summer Residential Program emphasizes the core subjects of reading, writing, mathematics, and the sciences. The goal is to increase our student’s skill levels in these specific areas.
To accomplish this, students must complete a rigorous curriculum.
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The Summer Residential Program includes the following:
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Attend classes for four hours each morning.
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Each afternoon they are allowed the opportunity to choose from several electives including foreign language, computer science, theater, Folklorico dance, ancestral research, oral interpretation, and recreation.
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Students have the opportunity to receive high school credit for completing a minimum of 75 classroom hours in a core subject area.
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Students have the opportunity to earn Adams State University college credits.
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All classes are taught by instructors who are highly qualified in their respective content areas, as determined by the Colorado Department of Education.
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Students also engage in teambuilding activities, supplemental workshops, campus tours, and cultural enrichment activities.
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