Welcome to Upward Bound @ Centennial High School!
*Upward Bound is sponsored by Norco College. This program is 100% federally funded by the U.S. Department of Education.
Overview
Norco College currently has four Upward Bound Programs. The programs predominately serve first-generation, low-income students. Upward Bound at Centennial High serves 76 students annually. The Upward Bound Program is 100% federally funded through the U.S. Department of Education, TRIO programs.
Norco College Upward Bound provides students with academic guidance, personal development and fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits.
The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. Upward Bound helps students prepare for college, regardless of which college or university they plan to attend.
Once a student is admitted to the program, they remain in the program until they graduate from high school.
Mission:
Norco College Upward Bound provides students with academic guidance, personal development and fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits.
Goal:
The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of post-secondary education.
Upward Bound is for you if...
- You want to acquire & improve your chances of succeeding in high school and in college.
- You want to go to college after high school graduation.
- You want to be prepared for the rigor of college.
- You want to build communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- You enjoy field trips and hands-on activities during the year and summer.
- You want to meet new friends, have new adventures, and develop as a scholar.
Click HERE to visit the
Upward Bound Norco College Website.