Week 33 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 33

Week of May 20, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Cyber-Safety, Wednesday, May 21, 2013, 6:00 PM Permission Slips can be found here. 
• Summer Excellence Institute 2013 Orientation, May 23, 2013, 6:00 PM (REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE DOING SEI 2013.)
• May Stipends will be distributed week of May 28, 2013. 
• TimberRidge Adventure Center, Friday, May 31, 2013, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Mandatory for new students participating in SEI. It is included into summer classes.)

Cyber-Safety Activity

The Cyber-Safety workshop scheduled for Tuesday, May 21st. Participants will need to arrive on campus between 5:30-5:50PM and as the activity will start at 6PM sharp. After the presentation, we will watch the movie called “Trust” and have a short discussion at the end. Participants will need to be picked up around 10:00 PM. You can call the Upward Bound office at (816) 501-2438 should you have any questions or concerns. See below for the trailer for "Trust".

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of May will be distributed during the last week of May at the high schools before school is out. **

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School and online here.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 31 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 31

Week of May 6, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Last day of tutoring, Thursday, May 9, 2013
• An Ounce of Prevention,Wednesday, May 14, 2013, 6:00 PM
• Cyber Safety, Wednesday, May 21, 2013, 6:00 PM 
• Summer Excellence Institute 2013 Orientation, May 23, 2013, 6:00 PM (REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE DOING SEI 2013.)
• TimberRidge Adventure Center, Friday, May 31, 2013, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Mandatory for new students participating in SEI. It is included into summer classes.)

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Last day of tutoring is Thursday, May 9th. 
• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of April will be distributed during the May 4th Saturday Session. If you are not able to attend the Saturday Session, stipends will be distributed at tutoring and advising the following week.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School and online here.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 30 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 30

Week of April 29, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session, May 4, 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• TimberRidge Permissions Slips Due, May 4, 2013
• An Ounce of Prevention,Wednesday, May 14, 2013, 6:00 PM
• Cyber Safety, Wednesday, May 21, 2013, 6:00 PM 
• Summer Excellence Institute 2013 Orientation, May 23, 2013, 6:00 PM (REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO ARE DOING SEI 2013.)
• TimberRidge Adventure Center, Friday, May 31, 2013, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Mandatory for new students participating in SEI)

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of April will be distributed during the May 4th Saturday Session. If you are not able to attend the Saturday Session, stipends will be distributed at tutoring and advising the following week.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 28 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 28

Week of April 15, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session, April 20, 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• SEI 2013 Applications Due, April 20, 2013
• Earth Day with Gillis, April 20, 2013, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM 

Summer Excellence Institute 2013

Summer Excellence Institute 2013 applications are due on Saturday April 20th. Applications are important to the planning of Summer Excellence Institute. Participants who have not received an application, please contact an Upward Bound staff member immediately to receive an application. If you are not planning on participating in SEI 2013, also contact an Upward Bound staff member to discuss alternative summer participation. For any questions about SEI 2013, the application or any other Upward Bound programming concerns, please feel free to contact the Upward Bound office at 816-501-2438.

• Summer Excellence Institute 2013 is open to current freshman-junior Upward Bound participants.
• Orientation for Summer Excellence Institute 2013 is May 23, 2013 at Whitfield Centre from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of March will be distributed during the April 20th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 20 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 20

Week of February 18, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• TRiO Day Celebration @ Emporia State University February 26, 2013

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of January will be distributed during the February 16th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 19 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 19

Week of February 11, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session February 16, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• FAFSA Frenzy February 17. 2013 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Obama Documentary February 18, 2013 1:00 - 3:00 PM
• TRiO Day Celebration @ Emporia State University February 26, 2013

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of January will be distributed during the February 16th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 18 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 18

Week of February 4, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session February 16, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• FAFSA Frenzy February 17. 2013 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Obama Documentary February 18, 2013 1:00 - 3:00 PM
• TRiO Day Celebration @ Emporia State University February 26, 2013

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of January will be distributed during the February 16th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 17 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 17

Week of January 28, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• TRiO Day Permission Slips Due January 31, 2013
• Work Study Interest Form Due February 2, 2013
• Saturday Session February 2, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday Session February 16, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• FAFSA Frenzy February 17. 2013 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Obama Documentary February 18, 2013 1:00 - 3:00 PM
• TRiO Day Celebration @ Emporia State University February 26, 2013

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of January will be distributed during the February 16th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 16 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 16

Week of January 21, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• TRiO Day Permission Slips Due January 31, 2013
• Work Study Interest Form Due February 1, 2013
• Saturday Session February 2, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday Session February 16, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• FAFSA Frenzy February 17. 2013 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Obama Documentary February 18, 2013 1:00 - 3:00 PM
• TRiO Day Celebration @ Emporia State University February 26, 2013

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of January will be distributed during the February 16th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 15 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 15

Week of January 14, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Dell Scholars Program application due January 15, 2013
• Gates Millennium Scholars Program application due January 16, 2013 
• Saturday Session January 19, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Kansas City Zoo Activity January 19, 2013 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• William Jewell College Campus Visit January 21, 2013 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
• Saturday Session February 2, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of December will be distributed during the January 19th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Update: Change to Park University Campus Visit

To those participants signed up for the Park University Campus Visit on Monday January 21, 2013 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, that activity has been canceled due to scheduling conflicts. To replace that activity, we'll be going to the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial located in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The time and date will be the same as the Park University Campus Visit. 

To learn more about the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial, click here. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Upward Bound office at 816.501.2438 or upward.bound@avila.edu. 

Week 14 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 14

Week of January 7, 2013

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Weekly tutoring resumes January 8, 2013 at Grandview HS and Ruskin HS
• Dell Scholars Program application due January 15, 2013
• Gates Millennium Scholars Program application due January 16, 2013 
• Saturday Session January 19, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Kansas City Zoo Activity January 19, 2013 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• William Jewell College Campus Visit January 21, 2013 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
• Saturday Session February 2, 2013 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipends

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of December will be distributed during the January 19th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Beast of the Southern Wild Information

On Saturday, December 15th during the Stress Relief Night with Upward Bound, "Beast of the Southern Wild" will be shown. Below from IMDB.com is a small synopsis of the film. 

Faced with both her hot-tempered father's fading health and melting ice-caps that flood her ramshackle bayou community and unleash ancient aurochs, six-year-old Hushpuppy must learn the ways of courage and love.

Check out the trailer below!

Week 13 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 13

Week of December 10, 2012

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session December 15, 2012 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Upward Bound Stress Relief Night (Only activity for December) December 15 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Upward Bound Stress Relief Night

There is only ONE activity offered in the month of December for all students to attend! In honor of the holiday season and finals week, Upward Bound will be hosting a holiday party and stress relief night! The activities are to include the following:

• Salsa Dancing Lessons
• White Elephant Gift Exchange
• Beasts of the Southern Wild Film

Saturday, December 15th 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipend

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of November will be distributed during the December 15th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 12 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 12

Week of December 3, 2012

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session December 15, 2012 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Upward Bound Stress Relief Night (Only activity for December) December 15 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Upward Bound Stress Relief Night

There is only ONE activity offered in the month of December for all students to attend! In honor of the holiday season and finals week, Upward Bound will be hosting a holiday party and stress relief night! The activities are to include the following:

• Salsa Dancing Lessons
• White Elephant Gift Exchange
• Beasts of the Southern Wild Film

Saturday, December 15th 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipend

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of November will be distributed during the December 15th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 11 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 11

Week of November 26, 2012

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session December 1, 2012  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday Session December 15, 2012 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Upward Bound Stress Relief Night (Only activity for December) December 15 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Upward Bound Stress Relief Night

There is only ONE activity offered in the month of December for all students to attend! In honor of the holiday season and finals week, Upward Bound will be hosting a holiday party and stress relief night! The activities are to include the following:

• Salsa Dancing Lessons
• White Elephant Gift Exchange
• Beasts of the Southern Wild Film

Saturday, December 15th 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipend

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of November will be distributed during the December 15th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 10 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 10

Week of November 19, 2012

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• No tutoring week of November 19 due to Thanksgiving 
• Saturday Session December 1, 2012  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday Session December 15, 2012 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Upward Bound Stress Relief Night (Only activity for December) December 15 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Rigorous Curriculum

Upward Bound encourages it’s participants to complete a rigorous program of study to help better prepare them for college. Below you will find what a student needs to take during their high school career to meet this standard. It is important to note that not every high school requires a rigorous curriculum for a student to graduate. Several Upward Bound students have come forward believing that their graduation requirements would meet college admission requirements. This is not true in all cases. Students need to understand that a rigorous program of study will not only prepare your student for college but in the majority of cases it will also meet college admission requirements.

As an Upward Bound participant — as a student who desires to attend college and succeed — completing a rigorous curriculum is vital.

Students who graduate high school and completes the rigorous curriculum listed below will be awarded “In Signum Rigorous” (The Medal of Rigor) to demonstrate their determination in college preparation.

Upward Bound Stress Relief Night

There is only ONE activity offered in the month of December for all students to attend! In honor of the holiday season and finals week, Upward Bound will be hosting a holiday party and stress relief night! The activities are to include the following:

• Salsa Dancing Lessons
• White Elephant Gift Exchange
• Beasts of the Southern Wild Film

Saturday, December 15th 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipend

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of October will be distributed during the December 15th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

UPDATE: Veteran's Day Activity

The Veteran’s Day activity originally scheduled for this Sunday, November 4th has been moved to next Sunday, November 11th from 1:00-4:30PM. Participants should arrive at the UB Office (in Hodes) no later than 1:00PM that day. If you cannot attend due to a scheduling conflict, please call Pharamond at (816) 501-2439 to make alternate arrangements for the activity. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Week 7 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 7

Week of October 22, 2012

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Grandview HS Work Day (Friday October 26, 2012 10:00 AM-3:00 PM at Avila University)
• Gillis Community Service (Saturday October 27, 2012 1:00 PM-3:30 PM)
• Villa Ventura Community Service (Wednesday October 31, 2012 5:30 PM-7:00 PM)

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipend

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of September will be distributed during the October 20th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Week 6 Announcements

Upward Bound—Avila University

Weekly Announcements 

Week 6

Week of October 15, 2012

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Important Dates

• Saturday Session (Saturday October 20, 2012 9:00 AM-12:00 PM)
• Kansas City Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze (Saturday October 20, 2012 1:00 PM-4:00 PM)
• Gillis Community Service (Saturday October 27, 2012 1:00 PM-3:30 PM)
• Villa Ventura Community Service (Wednesday October 31, 2012 5:30 PM-7:00 PM)

Tutoring

Participants at Ruskin HS will have tutoring in room 218 from 2:50 PM-4:20 PM. Participants at Grandview HS will have tutoring in room 113 from 2:35 PM-4:05 PM. 

• Participants are required to have at least 6 hours of tutoring per month. You can come and go as you please during tutoring to get tutoring hours.
• Tutors in math, science, English, and Spanish are available to help assist you in your efforts to improve.
• If you need additional help, contact the Upward Bound office with at least 24 hours notice to schedule individual tutoring on Avila's campus.

Stipend

Stipends will be distributed as checks starting in the 2012-2013 school year and will be given out at the second Saturday Session of the month.

**Stipends for the month of September will be distributed during the October 20th Saturday Session.**

Recruiting

If you know any students that are interested in applying for the Upward Bound - Avila University program, they are welcome to apply. Applications can be found here and at the counselors office at Ruskin High School and Grandview High School.

Office Phone: 816.501.2438
Office Fax: 816.501.2461
Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu
Website: www.avila.edu/ub
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: Facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com