The purposes and allowable activities of the Upward Bound Program support the National Education Goals. The general objective of the Upward Bound Program is to assist program participants in developing the skills and motivation necessary to enter and complete a post-secondary education. Upward Bound Program participants are given a monthly stipend based on their attendance and participation. Classroom 1.Students are expected to be on time for all Upward Bound sessions and classes.
Tardiness results in unnecessary interruptions, delays and distractions for teachers and students.
Tardiness will result in disciplinary action and stipend deductions. 2.Students must be in class unless scheduled for counseling, testing or an approved Upward Bound activity. 3.Students must be prepared for classes with all required books, pencils, paper and other classroom materials. Counseling Component Upward Bound students are required to meet individually with a counselor as scheduled and may also be required to participate in group counseling sessions. Students will be counseled on academics, personal issues and career planning and placement.