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  • STUDENT APPLICATION 2022-2023 

    12 Third Street, Laurinburg, NC 28352 ∙ (910)277-3355 ∙Fax (910)277-3358
  • PIM Upward Bound Application Checklist:

    • Application for Admission
    • Essay of at least 300 words
    • School Records and Photo Release
    • Parents Financial Education Statement
    • Teacher Recommendation Form
    • Counselor Recommendation Form

    Attached Documentation:

    • Copy of insurance card

    Upward Bound is a 100% federally funded year- TRIO program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education. The grant is designed to generate the skills and motivation necessary to complete a program of secondary education and to enter and succeed in a program of postsecondary education. Partners in Ministry’s TRIO Upward Bound program serves rising 9th through 12th grade students in the Scotland County area.

  • Please Note: All Applicants must submit a current academic record (transcript, i.e.), along with their essay, letter of recommendations, parent application, and income verification to complete their Upward Bound application. Applications are accepted for review and participants are selected regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender or disability (US Department of Education – GEPA Section 427).

  • UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM ∙ APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION 2022-2023

    12 Third Street, Laurinburg, NC 28352 ∙ (910)277-3355 ∙Fax (910)277-3358

     

    This application is our initial introduction to you and will be used to determine eligibility for the Upward Bound Program. It is essential that the entire application be completed before it is returned.  Incomplete applications will not be considered for admission.  Please Print clearly in ink or type. All of the information collected will be held in the strictest of confidence. Admission in the UB Program will be based on eligibility, need, and readiness for the program.

  • Student Information

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  • By signing below, I certify that all information provided above is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I also affirm that I have a desire to enroll in college after graduating from high school and seek help with understanding how to apply and pay for college.

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  • Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Personal Essay

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  • Your personal essay is a part of the selection process. In 300 words or more, write an essay on one of the following topics: a) Describe a successful student and/or how to become a successful student; b) Describe a school experience that has impacted how you feel about school; c) Describe a situation where you have not been successful and what you have learned about the experience; or d) What do you hope to gain from your Upward Bound experience and what would you contribute to the UB Program.

  • Please identify one teacher and one counselor as a recommender for you to enter the program. Provide contact information below for the project to email a Recommendation Form to each person listed.

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  • Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Program Parent Application 2022-2023

     

    Dear Parent/Guardian:

    Your child has indicated an interest in the Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Program. Upward Bound is an early intervention pre-college program that helps students prepare for higher education. The Upward Bound Program provides academic support designed for participants to succeed in their preparation for college entrance and ultimately in their pursuit in post-secondary degrees after high school graduation.

     

    What will my child do in UPWARD BOUND?

    · Participate in a year-round program - students begin the program during 9th or 10th grade and participate through high school graduation.

    · Maintain regular attendance in school, attend planned sessions, meet with the UPWARD BOUND Program Coordinator and/or Advisor, and attend Saturday Sessions during the academic year.

    · Attend a six- week summer program designed to simulate a college-going experience to includes a variety of academic coursework in math, science and foreign language; social, career, and enrichment activities; as well as college/university road trips.

    · Attend pre-college admission and financial aid workshops; and

    · Participate in parent/family activities that encourages education and engagement.

    In order to comply with Federal and program regulations, parents/guardians must complete the parent application and return with your child’s additional application forms (e.g. transcripts, recommendation letters, Verification Document List enclosed for your review. All completed applications will be reviewed and eligible applicants will be contacted for an interview with program staff. Please submit your taxable income verification and parent application via email at info@pim-nc.org or fax, or mail to our office at:

    Partner’s In Ministry
    12 Third Street
    Laurinburg, NC 28352
    Phone: (910)277-3355 Fax: (910)277-3358

    Thank you for your interest in our Upward Bound Program. Please feel free to call our office at 910-277-3355, if you have any questions or need further assistance.

     

    Sincerely,

     

    Dr. Melba McCallum, Executive Director

    Partners In Ministry

     

    Enclosures (2)

     

    Parent Application

    Income Verification Document List

  • Income Verification Document List

     

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROVIDING VERFICATION OF INCOME

    Please provide verification for ONE of the applicable types of income listed below:

    If student qualifies for the free or reduced lunch program: provide a copy of the free/reduced lunch verification letter.

     

    If parent(s) or guardian(s) file a Federal 1040 Income Tax form: provide a signed copy of your most recent tax return showing the number of dependents claimed and the taxable income.

     

    If parent(s) or guardian(s) receive public assistance (TANF, AFDC, General Assistance, etc.) provide verification of monthly benefits.

     

    If parent(s) or guardian(s) receive Social Security payments (SSI, Disability, etc.) provide verification of monthly benefits from your local Social Security Office.

     

    Foster Children or Wards of the Court – no income verification is required. Provide a signed letter from foster parent(s) or guardian(s) detailing foster child/ward of the court status. Include caseworker’s name, address, and telephone number.

     

    If you cannot provide any of the above sources of income verification, please contact Partners In Ministry Upward Bound staff at 910-277-3355.

  • Partners In Ministry Upward Bound School Records and Photo Release

    To be completed by Parent/Guardian

    Dear School Personnel:


    Your child has indicated an interest in Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Program. Upward Bound is an early intervention pre-college program that helps students prepare for higher education. The Upward Bound Program provides academic support designed for participants to succeed in their preparation for college entrance and ultimately in their pursuit in post-secondary degrees after high school graduation.

    To successfully apply for the program, your child must submit a copy of their most recent Academic Transcript and EOC/EOG test scores for program admission consideration.

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  • RELEASE OF SCHOOL RECORDS

    I authorize my minor child to participate in this program, and I agree to adhere to all policies and procedures in the student and parent handbook. Further, I authorize Partners In Ministry to access and/or receive copies of my child’s school records including academic transcripts, grade reports, report cards EOG/EOC scores, and any other academic information and test results necessary to complete the program’s application process for academic assessment, program evaluation, review academic progress academic performance and mandatory reporting.  For federal reporting purposes, this release is valid for up to six years post signature.

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  • RELEASE AND AUTHORIZATION TO PHOTOGRAPH

    As the parent(s)/guardian(s) of {main_name}, I am in agreement with the goals and purposes of the Upward Bound Program. The Upward Bound Program also has my permission to photograph and/or video my child during program activities. I grant permission to the Upward Bound Program, on behalf of Partners and Ministry and its agents or employees, to use photographs taken of my son or daughter for use in publications such as recruiting brochures, newsletters and magazines; and to use the photographs on display boards, in electronic versions of the same publications or on websites or other electronic forms or media; and to offer them for use or distribution in other publications, electronic or otherwise, without notifying me. I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs or printed or electronic matter that may be used in conjunction with them now or in the future, whether that use is known to me or unknown, and I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the photograph. I have read this release before signing below, and I fully understand the contents, meaning and impact of this release.  

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  • SCHOOL RECORDS SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SCHOOL PERSONNEL

    Please forward a copy of the most recent academic transcript and EOC/EOG test scores for the child listed above to Partners In Ministry. Please submit to our office via email, fax, or by mail. Thank you

     

    Partners In Ministry

    P.O. Box 1621

    Laurinburg, NC 28353

    Email:

    Phone: 910-277-3355 Fax: 910-277-3358

     

    Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Parent Application

    To be completed by Parent/Guardian

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  • I certify that the annual income, source of income, current number in household and other information provided on this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

  • Parent/Guardian Information

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  • INCOME INFORMATION SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS FOR PARENTS

    Please attach an approved document from the Income Verification Document List to verify annual income.

    RETURN SIGNED APPLICATION TO PROGRAM STAFF BY FAXING TO (910)277-3358, EMAIL TO: INFO@PIM-NC.ORG , MAIL TO: Partners In Ministry P.O Box 1621, Laurinburg, NC 28353 or DELIVER TO: Partners in Ministry, 12 Third Street, Laurinburg, NC 28352

  • Admission into Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Program is open to those who meet eligibility criteria, regardless of gender, race, national origin, color, age, religion, or disability (USDOE – GEPA Section 427)

  • Parent(s) Financial & Education Statement 645.5

    To be completed by Parent/Guardian

    The personal information you give on the Upward Bound application is protected by the Federal Privacy Act. The information is required by the U.S. Department of Education to determine eligibility. Additionally, the Department of Education has authority to gather information on all Upward Bound participants to monitor their progress. No one may see any information unless they work with or for the program or are specifically authorized to see the information.

    All questions must be answered.

    1. Household Income

  • Parent 2 or Male Guardian

  • Parent 1 or Female Guardian

  • I certify that the above information is correct to the best of my knowledge.

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  • Participant Health, Medical Release & Emergency Contact

    **Please complete all information and sign**

  • Participant (student) Information:

  • Health, Medical and Emergency Contact Information

  • Liability Waiver/ Medical Treatment Consent

    Upward Bound Program, Partners in Ministry, and the officers, agents, employees, and volunteers (hereinafter referred to as “releasees”) from any and all liability for injuries or death or property damage to me and/or my family members resulting from, arising out of, or in any way connected with my and/or any of my family member’s participation in the Upward Bound Program or use of Partners In Ministry facilities in connection with this/these program(s). I understand that this waiver and release is applicable even through or if the negligent activities of the releasees may have contributed to the injury or death, or property damage suffered by me or any of my family members participating in this/these program(s). I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the releasees from and against any and all liability, claims, causes of action, and/or losses of any nature or kind (including litigation-related expenses such as attorney and expert witness fees) resulting from participation in this/these program(s) whether caused by any negligent act or omission of the releasees. I further understand that serious accidents may occur in the Upward Bound Program that I am applying for, that participants in this/these program(s) may sustain mortal or serious personal injuries, and/or property damage, as a consequence of their participation in this/these program(s). Knowing the risks of said events, nevertheless, I hereby agree to assume those risks and to release and hold harmless to the fullest extent allowed by law all of those persons mentioned above who through passive or active negligence or carelessness might otherwise be liable to me for damages. It is further understood and agreed that this waiver, release, hold harmless, and indemnification agreement is to be binding on me, any of my participating family members, and all of our heirs, representatives, and assigns. I hereby authorize qualified physicians to render medical treatment or care that they deem necessary for me or my family members in case of illness or accident during such program(s). In the event of injury of a program participant, and if parent/guardian(s) or emergency contacts cannot be reached, emergency services will be contacted to transport the injured to a nearby local hospital.

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  • FIELD TRIP/ EXPERIENCE RELEASE FORM

    **Please Print All Information**

    · Please complete this form in its entirety.

    · Complete the student and emergency contact information.

    · Review, complete and sign the Field Trip Experience Acknowledgement and Release

    · Return this form to the Upward Bound Staff immediately.

  • Field Experience Acknowledgement and Release:

    I hereby grant permission for my son/daughter to participate and attend the Field Trips provided by and for the Upward Bound Program for which he/she is registered. My child also has my permission to participate in swimming activities on field trips, including aquatic amusement park activities. I am in accord with the purposes of and procedures governing the trip. I understand that adequate and appropriate supervision will be provided. I recognize, however, that unanticipated situations and problems can arise on any trip, school-sponsored or otherwise, which situations or problems are not reasonably within the control of the supervising teacher(s) or staff (including volunteers). I further agree to release and hold harmless the Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Program and its releasees, their agents, officers, employees, and volunteers, from any and all liability, claims, suits, demands, judgments, costs, interest and expense (including attorneys’ fees and costs) arising from such activities, including any accident or injury to the student and the costs of medical services. In the event of an injury requiring medical attention, I hereby grant permission to the supervising teacher(s) or staff (including volunteers) to attend to my son/daughter. If the injury warrants further medical attention, I expect every effort will be made to contact me to receive my specific authorization before action is taken. If efforts to contact me are unsuccessful, I grant permission for necessary medical treatment to be given. In addition, I hereby give my permission to the supervising teacher(s) or staff (including volunteers) to take my child to the physician, dentist, or to the hospital if an accident or serious illness occurs on the trip and I cannot be located. In the event that a student must return from the trip independently for reasons of health, accident, failure to conform to rules established by the teacher/staff in charge, etc., the Upward Bound Program is not responsible for and will not pay for the cost of medical care, transportation and other incidental expenses. This permission slip also serves as acknowledgment that the student and parent(s) understand and agree to the guidelines from each teacher/staff.

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  • Student Personnel and Academic Performance Contract

    To be signed by the Student and Parent/Guardian

     

    The Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Program staff will provide the appropriate learning atmosphere, academic skills counseling, and college guidelines to the students in the program. This, linked with student motivation and effort, will enable the student to improve his/her potential for gaining admission to an appropriate college or university.

    I, {studentName}, as an Upward Bound student promise to: attend all classes/tutorial session on time; complete and turn in all assignments given to me by tutors and teachers on time; attend and participate in all required activities and functions of the Upward Bound Program throughout the year, and abide by the rules and regulations of Partners In Ministry.

    In addition, I understand that I am to perform at a minimum grade level; maintain my Upward Bound and high school attendance throughout each academic year; conduct myself in accordance with generally recognized codes of behavior; and be enrolled in a college preparatory tract in high school.

    Furthermore, I understand that violations of any of the above provisions will result in review of my continued participation in the program as explained in the Upward Bound Student Policies.

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  • As the parent(s)/guardian(s) of {studentName}, I am in agreement with the goals and purposes of the Upward Bound Program. I give permission for my son/daughter to attend all program activities and excursions. The Upward Bound Program also have my permission to photograph and/or video my child during program activities. Moreover, I will agree to participate in program activities during academic year and summer program.

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  • UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM

    STUDENT GUIDELINES AND DISCIPLINE GUIDE

    To be Signed by the Student and Parent/Guardian

     

    Upward Bound Students are to:

    · Participate in the Upward Bound Program on Saturdays from 9 am – 3 pm during the Academic Year and from 9 am – 4 pm on during the 6-week Summer Academy.

    · Act appropriately/respectfully throughout Partners In Ministry Campus and off-campus trips/activities.

    · Put All technological devices away during instruction and guest presentations.

    · Report to class on time. (Act accordingly while in class. Please, no interruptions.)

    · Give faculty and staff notice ahead of time, if parents will be calling during class hours.

    · Understand that no visitors are allowed in class

     

    Discipline Guide

    All discipline incidents will be placed in the student’s file notes.

    1. Verbal Warning

    2. Teacher Consultation

    3. Phone Call Home

    4. Counselor Consultation

    5. Parent Conference

    6. Director/Advisor Review

    7. Termination

    8. Appeal

     

    I have read and understand the Upward Bound Program’s Student Guidelines and discipline guide.

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  • STUDENT PARTICPATION FORM

    To be signed by the Student

    Dear Student:

    Upward Bound is a federally funded program designed assist high school students succeed in their preparation for college entrance and ultimately in their pursuit in post-secondary degrees after high school graduation. Students must meet the program goals and objectives to remain in the program.

    The Upward Bound Program requires that each student demonstrate academic/social progress. Students are required to attend academic classes and will be assessed at the beginning and end of each academic year. The results are used to determine the student’s progress and the effectiveness of the program. Students will also participate in various academic and cultural enrichment activities; which may require in-state or out-of-state travel.

    If you have any questions concerning the Upward Bound Program, please contact the office at 910-277-3355.

     

    Sincerely,

     

    Upward Bound Staff

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  • Parent Participation Form

    To be completed by Parent/Guardian

     

    As the parent(s) of {studentName}, I am in agreement with the goals and objectives of the Upward Bound Program to help motivate my son/daughter to complete high school and enroll in a college/university. I understand that participation in the Upward Bound activities is essential in order for the program to successfully help motivate my son/daughter. Therefore, I agree to encourage him/her to:

    (Please initial each item)

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  • New Student’s Parent Interview Form

    To be completed by Parent or Guardian

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  • Contact Numbers:

  • Please answer the following questions in the space provided.

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  • I certify that all the information on this application is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

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  • Official Records – Transcript Request Form

    Student Information

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  • Mail: Partners In Ministry P.O. Box 1621 Laurinburg, NC 28353

    FAX: 910-277-3358

    Email: info@pim-nc.org

  • Permission to obtain School Records

     

    I, {parentguardianName} give permission to the Partners In Ministry Upward Bound Program to request and receive education records, test scores, transcripts,and other documentation for the above named participant.

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