Upward Bound
Helping 1st generational college students prepare for success in post-secondary education.
Upward Bound
The Partners In Ministry Upward Bound program is one of over 900 Upward Bound programs across the nation that provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. Upward Bound is the first of its kind in Scotland County. As a new addition to Partners In Ministry, it will help to achieve PIM’s purpose to nurture, equip, and unlock the potential of youth and children and to empower and strengthen families to become self-sufficient while building and sustaining healthy communities.
If you or a student you know is interested in more information about the Upward Bound Program, please contact Mychael Strickland at mstrickland@pim-nc.org (910-280-8405) or Venecia Morrison at vmorrison@pim-nc.org (910-280-9542).
The Upward Bound program serves students who:
*have completed eighth grade and are between the ages of 13-19.
*have a need for academic support.
*come from low-income families.
*show commitment to succeed in post-secondary education.
*are a potential first generational college student (whose parents do not have a four year degree).
Pick up an application from:
Partners In Ministry
12 Third Street
Laurinburg, NC
OR
Scotland High School
1000 West Church Street
Laurinburg, NC
OR
Click here to download a copy of the application.
Click here to complete an application online.
Upward Bound is an academic pre-college program funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
There is NO financial cost to the student or their family for all of the services provided through the academic year or the six week summer program. Most fees for transportation to field trips, classes and course materials are covered by the program.
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*Click here for brochure.