TRiO Upward Bound

TRiO Upward Bound at Daytona State College is a federally funded program that prepares high school students, grades 9 – 12 at Mainland High School (ages 13 - 19) for success in college. The program provides academic support, college-prep workshops, Saturday sessions, a six-week Summer Academy, cultural enrichment, leadership development, and campus tours. By building skills, confidence, and exposure to higher education, TRiO Upward Bound empowers students to pursue their goals and achieve success beyond high school.

See the photos from our Summer Camps!

Interested?

Contact the Upward Bound office for more details.

(386) 506-3429
UpwardBound@DaytonaState.edu

Trio upward bound students

Students receiving test prep in a classroom.

Test Prep & Professional Tutoring

To be accepted to many colleges/universities, students are required to perform well on their assessments. Upward Bound provides opportunities for students to prepare for college prep tests, including the SAT, ACT, & PERT. Students participate in workshops that prepare them for common misconceptions, understanding vocabulary, and much more. All academic services are free to students.

Cultural Enrichment Activities

Upward Bound exposes students to various views of cultural differences. Students experience activities that help them view their community in new ways. Cultural Enrichment activities include art workshops such as ceramics & painting.

Group photo of students on a college tour.

College Tours & Field Trips

Not only do students experience workshops that expose them to different points of view in their own community, but also travel to various colleges and universities for college tours. College tours allow students to discover the different styles of colleges, learn more about dorm-life, explore student life options, and learn about the academic support provided on the campus.

Career Exploration

One of the major goals of Upward Bound is to encourage students to plan for their long-term goals. Students are fortified with multiple opportunities for career paths. By exposing students to the various options of colleges, students also learn about degrees that lead to successful careers.

Group photo of students in the athletic center participating in a Leadership Workshop at DSC.

Leadership Workshops

Daytona State College offers exposure to entrepreneurship opportunities through the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program (ELI). Upward Bound staff are trained facilitators for this curriculum and allow our students to be participants in the ELI experience. Students become innovators in the entrepreneurial mindset which encourages self-empowerment, determination, and provides opportunities to meet entrepreneurs. Students learn to transform their thinking and become leaders amongst their peers, in the classrooms, and for their community.

FAQs

How do I apply, what do I need?
Visit your school counselor for an application. Completion of each page is mandatory and should be returned to your school counselor when complete. After review of the application, an interview will be conducted to see that your student and Upward Bound are a right fit.

How much does it cost to have my student in this program?
There is no cost for your student to be in the Upward Bound program. We are funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

Are you recruiting students to attend Daytona State College?
No. We are educating students in the college-going process.

Do you take students on college tours?
Yes, our goal is to take students on two or three college tours each school year.

What are the requirements to continue in this program?
We have guidelines that must be met due to the federal funding we receive. We expect our students to maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher, be between the ages of 13-19, and maintain an active level of engagement throughout their time in the program.

Does this program provide any scholarships?
No, we teach the skills and resources to find your scholarships on your own.

Does the student have to reapply each year?
No, once you are in our program, we hope you are there until graduation. We do ask though that you keep us updated with any changes in address, emails and phone numbers.

How long does my student stay in the program?
You child will remain an active participant in our program until high school graduation; unless they are dismissed from our program for attendance, academic or behavior reasons. We begin recruiting as young as those entering the 9th grade.

What happens if I move to another school?
Your child can continue to be a part of the Upward Bound program if they continue to meet all of the attendance and academic requirements.

What are Saturday Sessions?
Twice a month (From September to May) students will participate in a full day (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) academic sessions divided into one-hour classes with highly qualified teachers and tutors. Each class will be a different subject (Math, English, Science, Foreign Language, ACT/SAT Prep) and students will have the opportunity to receive additional assistance in the school work from their high schools. Lunch will be provided at no cost. Saturday Sessions may also include workshops, small group sessions, enrichment activities, and/or field trips/campus tours.

What happens during the Summer Academy?
40 students will complete a six-week academic program. Students are placed in classes and provided with a rigorous daily curriculum, college-prep workshops, social/cultural enrichment activities, and team building. Students will also participate in a residential component at DSC's on-campus Student Residence Hall, located on the Daytona Beach Campus. These students will be led by two Residential Advisors. Students participate in clubs, evening tutoring, evening activities, and field trips.

Does my child need to stay for the Residential part during the Summer Academy?
Yes, it is required that every student participate in both the Academic and Residential components throughout the 6-week summer program. Special circumstances need to be addressed to the Upward Bound Staff before the Summer Academy begins in early June.

For questions or more information, please contact the Upward Bound office at (386) 506-3429 or UpwardBound@daytonastate.edu.

Contacts: UpwardBound@DaytonaState.edu

Office Hours for Students: Make an appointment with our Upward Bound staff to discuss questions, concerns, academic services, or review topics discussed during Upward Bound workshops. Complete all necessary fields in the request form in order for Upward Bound staff to coordinate an appointment with you.