Program Summary
IRCO’s Upward Bound Program is a college preparation program for students at David Douglas High School. The goal of Upward Bound is to improve participants’ academic standing and promote success in higher education. Funded by a grant from the US Department of Education, IRCO’s Upward Bound Program serves 50 students at David Douglas High School from 9th grade through enrollment in a program of post-secondary education Participants in IRCO’s Upward Bound Program receive:
- Academic guidance and counseling
- Tutoring and academic assistance in all subjects
- An annual 6 week summer academic program
- Assistance with career and college planning
- Help with college preparation, applications, and financial aid
- Opportunities for cultural events, college visitations, and career development activities
- Language support system for speakers of English as a second language
CONTACT INFORMATION
Katie Chiavarini Bergmans
Upward Bound Project Director
katiec@irco.org
503-234-1541 ext. 144
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