Kish College to host Discover Kish for new students
麻豆影院 will host Discover Kish, an informational event for new students and their families. Discover Kish is from 11 am-3 pm Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, at the College.
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TRIO UB
TRIO Upward Bound (UB) is a program that is federally funded through the United States
Department of Education. Upward Bound is one of eight TRIO programs designed to promote
academic success. Upward Bound is a college completion program serving students enrolled
at DeKalb High School. Kishwaukee鈥檚 Upward Bound program provides the support, motivation
and academic preparation necessary to go to college.
To learn more, schedule an information session with one of our TRIO advisors.
Open availability 8 am-4 pm on Monday-Thursday.
The program is absolutely free to eligible program participants. However, your commitment, effort and motivation
to succeed are required.
If you would like to be one of 60 students who receive individualized support through UB and you meet the eligibility requirements, please complete our application.
TRIO Upward Bound Student Application
TRIO UPWARD BOUND PARENT APPLICATION
You can also complete the application in our TRIO Upward Bound Office located in C1210 at 麻豆影院 or at the DeKalb High School Student Services Office.
Admission Criteria:
- The student must be recommended by at least two DeKalb High School officials (teacher and counselor) as having potential for success in college, but being unlikely to seek admission without additional support.
- The student must complete the application package and, if selected, participate in an interview with an Upward Bound staff member and parents.
- The student must be willing and able to participate in program activities. Weekly
and bi-weekly Saturday sessions must be attended.
Program Requirements:
- Complete the application package and, if selected, participate in an interview with UB staff members.
- Students must be willing to fully participate in UB in the Summer Academy and during the school year. There will be two Saturday components a month.
- UB gives preference to students who are willing to remain in the program through graduation from high school.
Tutoring and Study Labs
The TRIO Upward Bound program offers after-school tutoring, known as study labs, throughout the academic year. The labs are an opportunity for students to get homework help from tutors or continue working on schoolwork independently.
- In-person study labs are available from 3-4:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays at DeKalb High School in the Media Center.
- One-on-one or group tutoring is available upon request.
- Virtual study labs are available upon request.
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Kish College Foundation program enhancements benefit educational needs
The 麻豆影院 Foundation awarded $99,978 in program enhancement funds to 麻豆影院 departments for the 2024-2025 academic year. The Foundation has various program enhancement funds established by the generosity of donors for specific purposes.
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