The current contract with the United States Department of Education allows
funding for the Program to serve four high schools. The grant that was submitted
for funding, documented the high level of need for project services in those
schools and communities.
The four target high schools are:
in Sioux Falls - Washington High School
in Sioux Falls - Roosevelt High School
in Flandreau - Flandreau Indian School
in Flandreau - Flandreau High School
Unfortunately, no other schools may be added and students who do not attend
those schools may not be considered.
No other program in the area provides such comprehensive services to enrolled
high school students. Upward Bound recognizes that every student is unique and
uses an individualized approach in working with them.
The commitment from the program is a lengthy one – starting at the time the
student enters the program throughout high school and college. The Upward Bound
staff work with students in small groups and privately to address their
individual needs. In addition, they help students to develop their academic
potential, learn from others and their cultures, and identify and meet realistic
goals. Cultural and social events are held to expose the students to new and
different positive experiences. South Dakota State University students,
graduates, and staff serve as role models by leading workshops, teaching, and
conducting seminars. Upward Bound also has a strong working relationship with
many of the local colleges and universities, a network that supports the success
of our graduates.
Each Upward Bound student makes a commitment to:
Applications are not considered complete without the following documents:
The six week Summer Academic Program is held on the campus of South Dakota
State University. The SDSU Upward Bound program believes in the philosophy
of the residential experience for its students. Upward Bound challenges
its students to develop their potential both academically and socially.
Upward Bound staff members live in the residence halls with the students to
provide a safe, friendly, study-conducive atmosphere. As a result,
students become accustomed to the "college experience" in a way that is well
monitored, structured, and high in expectations. Upward Bound provides the
student with a furnished room, meals, classes, and sponsored activities at no
cost to the student or families.
Students are enrolled in classes that will prepare them for their next year in
high school. Graduates are enrolled in college classes, paid for by
Upward Bound, and can earn up to 7 credits to transfer to their choice of
institution.
Evenings and weekends include cultural, educational, and social activities,
both on, and off of campus. Prior summers have included attending plays,
Canaries baseball game, museum tours, college tours, Upward Bound Olympics,
computer free-time, athletic activities, reading, poetry writing, movies, and
family picnic, and talent show.
There is no charge for the students to participate in all activities throughout the academic year and summer program.
Transportation is provided for Saturday Programs and activities throughout the Summer Academic Program.