The School Year
While UB’s summer program is what we’re most known for, there is a lot that happens during the school year, too! UB students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of academic, career/college, and social/cultural events and activities from September to May. The best part? All trips and events put on by UB are completely FREE!
During the school year, Upward Bound students meet monthly with their UB counselor at their high school. In these meetings, students work on study skills, time management, college and career exploration, and so much more! With seniors, there is a special emphasis on the college application process and learning about financial aid.
UB students also get to participate in monthly meetings at their schools! These meetings give students a chance to meet up and hang out with the other UBers at their school. The topics of these meetings can range from building leadership skills, goal setting, or financial literacy, just to name a few. They are run by a staff member at the school (who we call a “Target School Advocate”). Plus, there are always lots of FREE SNACKS!
UB typically holds reunions during the fall, winter, and spring. These day events are held on the UMF campus and are a great way to reconnect with UB friends! Here are some past examples of activities that we’ve done:
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Pumpkin carving/painting
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Visiting a local haunted house
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Sledding
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Seeing a play
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Holiday craft making
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Walking in Farmington’s famous Chester Greenwood Day parade
Students have the opportunity to participate in several college trips held throughout the academic year. While any UB student can participate, special emphasis is placed on seniors and the schools that they’re applying to. While we mostly visit in-state schools, we occasionally venture out to visit schools in the surrounding New England area.
All UB students are eligible to receive tutoring, in-person or remote, from either an Upward Bound professional tutor or peer tutor. Tutoring in almost any high school subject is available throughout the academic year. Students also have access to an online tutoring service that provides 24/7 tutoring access in any subject.
