Services We Provide
Upward Bound helps students in their efforts to succeed in high school and college by offering the following services:
TUTORING:
In subjects such as math, science and english. This is supervised and administered by Cal Poly college students who serve as Outreach Advisors. Tutoring and advising takes place at Arroyo Grande, Nipomo, Pioneer Valley, Santa Maria, and Ernest Righetti high schools.
LUNCH MEETINGS:
Are informational sessions at the various campuses. Their purpose is to inform current UB students of upcoming events as well as to provide information on careers, scholarships, and educational opportunities. These meetings also serve as recruitment opportunities for prospective UB students. They take place bi-weekly at Arroyo Grande, Nipomo, Pioneer Valley, Santa Maria, and Ernest Righetti high schools.
COLLEGE AND CAREER ADVISING
FINANCIAL AID ADVISING
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
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SATURDAY SESSIONS at Cal Poly and Educational Field Trips
PARENT MEETINGS
SUMMER RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM:
A 6 week stay on the Cal Poly campus (free room and board plus a summer stipend $). Summer students participate in a high energy, fast paced schedule that includes:
- College prep classes in Math, English, Science and Foreign Language;
- Recreational and cultural activities, including PE, beach trips, water slides, skating, theatre, museums, and zoos;
- Leadership activities and team building retreats;
- Health Seminars;
- Field trips to colleges and universities