What Is TRIO Upward Bound Glades Region?
Trio Upward Bound Glades Region is the ultimate roadmap to college. It is a free federally funded program that services students in grades 9th-12th at Glades Central and Pahokee
High School.
What does TRIO Upward Bound Glades Region do?
We assist with the steppingstones needed for college and a career. Services we offer include test preparation, academic advising, career exploration, and SAT/ACT prep. We will also offer educational trips such as college tours and onsite career exploration. Monthly stipends
are available to participants in the Upward Bound Glades Reg ion based on active participation.
Why should I be a part of the TRIO Upward Bound Glades Region program?
This program prepares students for navigating the roadmaps of college and careers as well as expanding their minds and experience on real world skill sets. By assisting with the transition proces of college and career preparation we are helping the Glades area students to achieve excellence.
TRIO UPWARD BOUND GLADES REGION
Team Contact Information
Deidra Moreland
Program Grant Director
Office 218 TEC
561-993-1438
moreland@palmbeachstate.edu
Alyssa Sanchez
Post-Secondary Advisor
Office 214 TEC
561-993-1439
sancheza@palmbeachstate.edu
Rickeria Lendale
Administrative Assistant
Office 214.1 TEC
561-993-1024
lendaler@palmbeachstate.edu
Mission Statement
To provide college and carreer succes opportunities through experiences and exposure that will guide students into the purpose and passion designed for their lives.
UPWARD BOUND GLADES REGION PROGRAM Application
Office (561) 993-1024 Cell (561) 680-9588 or (561) 680-9608
1977 College Dr.MS #43 Belle Glade, FL 33430
Email: upwardboundbg@palmbeachstate.edu
You MUST answer ALL questions clearly and completely. ALL ITEMS ON CHECKLIST MUST BE TURNED IN BEFORE APPLICATION IS REVIEWED (See back). If selected, prospective candidates will be interviewed.
ELILGIBILITY CRITERIA
The Upward Bound Glades Region Program (UBP) provides academic, financial, professional, and social support services to high school students to prepare them for college success. Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Qualify under the U.S.Dept. of Education's guidelines as a member of a low-income household or a household in which
neither supporting parent holds a baccalaureate degree.
- Meet U.S. residency requirements (citizen, permanent resident, applied for permanent resident) and be age 13- 19.
- Demonstrate an academic need and the motivation to pursue college.
- Attend one of the following target high schools: Glades Central High School or Pahokee High School