Week 1 Announcements

Avila University Upward Bound
Announcements for EVERYONE
Week 1

Week of September 5, 2011

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Saturday Session

On Saturday, September 10th from 9:00 AM—12:00 PM, we will be having our first Saturday Session of the academic year. It is required that everybody attends. New for 2011—2012, Saturday Sessions will be workshops for academic enrichment. Students will earn $5 of monthly stipend for attending and actively participating in Saturday Sessions.

Tutoring

Students who attend Grandview or Ruskin High School will be required to attend 6 hours of tutoring a month. Students on probation are required to attend 10 hours of tutoring a month. Student can choose tutoring sessions to attend and the amount of time spent at a tutoring session. Time will be recorded in 15 minute increments. Students will earn $10 of monthly stipend for attending the required number of tutoring hours per month.

Comfit Online Tutoring Center

In an effort to improve math and language arts skills, students will be required to complete Comfit assignments each month. Students can login in and complete assignments at www.comfit.com. First time users will need to register in our group (Avila University Upward Bound) and create a user name and password.  Our group number is 750847.
October through May, students at Grandview and Ruskin will be required to complete 2 mini lessons (6 total) with a score of 80% or better in each area (Math, Language Arts and Reading/Vocabulary) per month to receive $5 of monthly stipend.  Students at non-target schools will be required to complete 6 mini lessons in each area (18 total) per month to receive $15 of monthly stipend. 

Renaissance Festival

On Saturday, September 10th from 12:00 PM—5:00 PM, we’ll be attending the Renaissance Festival. If you don’t know if you’re signed up to attend, please contact the Upward Bound office.

The Kansas City Renaissance Festival is a Renaissance fair held each fall in Bonner Springs, Kansas. Each year the fair begins on Labor Day weekend and continues for seven weekends, open on Saturdays and Sundays as well as Labor Day and Columbus Day. The faire began in 1977 as a benefit for the Kansas City Art Institute, and became a stand-alone event in the late 1990s. Presently, the fair has 165 booths and 13 stages, entertaining 180,000 patrons annually on 16 operating days.

Wednesday Study Sessions

If you cannot attend tutoring Tuesday or Thursday at either school and you want to get tutoring hours in, Wednesday Study Sessions can be an option. With at least 24 hours notice, we can get you a tutor with almost any subject. Wednesday Study Sessions are held at Avila University.

For additional information or to schedule extra tutoring, please contact the office at 816.501.2438.

Social Media

In an effort to reach students and parents, we’ve recently added different forms of media to gain more access. They’re updated regularly with information. Below are various ways to stay in contact with Upward Bound – Avila University:

YouTube: youtube.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Improvements at Avila University

For those who attended Summer Excellence Insitute or have visited campus in the last few weeks, you were able to see the beginning of many projects started on the campus of Avila University. Between the renovations of the dining hall to the new pavilion, it was an exciting time.

As the new school year begins for most, the projects are on campus are completed. Upward Bound - Avila University is very excited for the changes on campus. UB students will soon have an opportunity to experience the new and improved changes.

Below is a video of the completed changes!

TRiO Programs Get Mentioned on MSNBC

University of Detroit Mercy President Antoine M. Garibaldi participated in MSNBC's "A Stronger America: Making the Grade," a live two-hour discussion on strengthening America through education, from the Detroit School of Arts, on Sunday, Aug. 14 from noon until 2 p.m. ET. The special was broadcasted live throughout America.


The special, hosted by MSNBC Anchor Tamron Hall and co-hosted by MSNBC Contributor and TheGrio.com Correspondent Jeff Johnson, brought together a roundtable of prominent national and local figures to discuss parenting and early education, how to help our students compete on a global scale, the effects of the economy on education and opportunity, and other essential topics.

Week 31 Announcements

Avila University Upward Bound
Announcements for EVERYONE
Week 31
May 17th—May 19th, 2011

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Tutoring

The last days of tutoring will be this week, 5/17-5/19. If additional tutoring or assistance is needed after this time to get through finals or other areas, do not hesitate to give the Upward Bound office a call.

Summer Excellence Institute Information

Summer Excellence Institute 2011 runs from June 13—July 22.
Important Dates
Student Check– In:   Sunday June 12, 2011 5:00 PM—6:00 PM
Fourth of July Holiday:  Monday July 4, 2011
Holiday Check—In:   Tuesday July 5, 2011 7:30 AM—8:30 AM
Variety Show:   Thursday July 14, 2011 7:00 PM
Awards Ceremony:   Thursday July 21, 2011 6:00 PM
Student Check-Out:  Friday July 22, 2011 12:00 PM—1:00 PM
Reward Trip:   Sunday July 24—Tuesday July 26, 2011

Wednesday Study Sessions

As the school year nears completion, finals and classes are getting tough and sometimes, additional help is needed. If you need extra help with any classes, feel free to take advantage of the Wednesday Study Sessions. With at least 24 hours notice, we can get you a tutor with almost any subject. Wednesday Study Sessions are held at Avila University.
For additional information or to schedule extra tutoring, please contact the office at 816.501.2438.

Relay for Life

Join us for the Relay for Life of KCMO
The #1 fundraising event for the American Cancer Society
Where? Avila University Campus
When? Friday, June 3 at 6:00 PM to Saturday, June 4 at 6:00 AM
Why? This is a 12 hour event, to signify that cancer never sleeps
Cost: $10 Registration
To sign up or for more information, please contact the Upward Bound office.

Social Media

In an effort to reach students and parents, we’ve recently added different forms of media to gain more access. They’re updated regularly with information. Below are various ways to stay in contact with Upward Bound – Avila University:
YouTube: youtube.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Office Phone: 816.501.2438 Office Fax: 816.501.2437 Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu Website: www.avila.edu/ub

Summer Excellence Institute 2011

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Week 30 Announcements

Avila University Upward Bound
Announcements for EVERYONE
Week 30
May 10th—May 12th, 2011

Important Upcoming Upward Bound Information and Events

Tutoring

The last days of tutoring will be next week, 5/17-5/19. If additional tutoring or assistance is needed after that time to get through finals or other areas, do not hesitate to give the Upward Bound office a call.

Summer Excellence Institute 2011 Orientation/Registration

Students will learn more about the schedule, guidelines, expectations, and requirements for SEI. Students will select elective courses during the meeting. Students should make sure that pre-registration is turned in before orientation/registration.
All students and a parent/guardian must attend the Orientation/Registration meeting.
Tuesday, May 10 6:00 PM—7:30 PM
Whitfield Center, Avila University

Summer Excellence Institute 2011 runs from June 13—July 22.

Summer Bridge Orientation

This orientation is for 2011 seniors who have met their requirements to participate in the Summer Bridge program this summer.
All students and a parent/guardian must attend the Orientation/Registration meeting.
Thursday, May 12 6:00 PM
Hodes Center, Avila University

Wednesday Study Sessions

As the school year nears completion, finals and classes are getting tough and sometimes, additional help is needed. If you need extra help with any classes, feel free to take advantage of the Wednesday Study Sessions. With at least 24 hours notice, we can get you a tutor with almost any subject. Wednesday Study Sessions are held at Avila University.
For additional information or to schedule extra tutoring, please contact the office at 816.501.2438.

Relay for Life

Join us for the Relay for Life of KCMO
The #1 fundraising event for the American Cancer Society
Where? Avila University Campus
When? Friday, June 3 at 6:00 PM to Saturday, June 4 at 6:00 AM
Why? This is a 12 hour event, to signify that cancer never sleeps
Cost: $10 Registration
To sign up or for more information, please contact the Upward Bound office.

Social Media

In an effort to reach students and parents, we’ve recently added different forms of media to gain more access. They’re updated regularly with information. Below are various ways to stay in contact with Upward Bound – Avila University:
YouTube: youtube.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Twitter: @UpwardBoundAU
Facebook: facebook.com/AvilaUpwardBound
Blog: avilaupwardbound.blogspot.com

Office Phone: 816.501.2438 Office Fax: 816.501.2437 Email: Upward.Bound@Avila.edu Website: www.avila.edu/ub

UB - Avila University Alumni: Josh Packwood

The Upward Bound program at Avila University has helped out many students in its long history. One of the students that has gone through the program is Joshua Packwood, a 2004 Grandview High grad. His story coming from Grandview and becoming valedictorian at Morehouse College is a great one.

He has represented Upward Bound well. We hope that he can serve as an inspiration to students that are in the same position he was in many years ago.

To read more about Josh's story, click here.