Services & Activities
Why Choose Upward Bound?
Upward Bound participants benefit from a range of services, including academic advising, standardized test preparation, supplemental instruction, scholarship and financial aid assistance, financial literacy training, and college campus tours. By participating in after-school tutorials and a six-week summer program at the Lone Star College-Kingwood campus, students enhance their academic skills and improve their overall performance.
In addition to academic support, students engage in cultural enrichment activities and community service events. Upward Bound also provides developmental workshops focused on essential college success skills, such as time management, study techniques, and career exploration.
Ready to Elevate Your Future?
If you're a student looking to enhance your academic skills and gain valuable resources, we encourage you to apply!
Requirements - *(May vary based on Student Application)
- Splendora High School Student
- U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident
- Potential First-Generation College Student
- Need Academic Support
Services
Saturday School offers students a unique opportunity to engage in enriching activities that promote academic growth, cultural awareness, and exploratory learning.
We offer three opportunities for tutorial support:
- Peer-to-Peer - Available every Wednesday in the SHS Library from 3-5p
- Private/Individual - Available every day in the SHS Library or with SHS Faculty
- Virtual - Available every weekday except Wednesday’s (Check flyer for times- LINK)
6-week summer program that offers a simulated college experience for UB participants; academic core courses to prepare for the upcoming school year, and off-campus experiential learning opportunities.
Intensive standardized test prep sessions conducted by professional and/or experienced persons with accredited training dedicated to instilling our students with the tools and resources needed to improve their test-taking abilities and overall test scores. Available sessions will be held during the academic year and/or Summer Institute and interested UB participants may enroll.
Two UB participants from each grade level have the unique opportunity to represent their class as members of our UB Council. Class representatives collaborate with UB Staff to ensure the program meets the needs of our students and provides enrichment that matters.