Program Overview
What is Upward Bound Program ?
The Upward Bound Program seeks to increase the potential success of it's high school participants in both secondary and post-secondary education.
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The Upward Bound program is operated year-round which encompasses three sessions Fall, Spring, and Summer.
The program is designed for selected Passaic High School students in grades 9th-12th. Eligible students are selected based upon criteria established by the United States Department of Education.
Duration
10-Week program with a weekly commitment of 8 hours per week; meeting Monday and Wednesday and Saturdays.
Online
Classes take place in Google Suite for Education using a combination of live video instruction and small group activities.
Assignments
Self-paced projects and individual explorations are assigned. Virtual field trips and experiences are offered and students are expected to participate.
SUMMER PROGRAM
Monday - Thursday
8:30 am - 1:30 pm
July 5 – August 10
PROGRAM STAFF
Jacqueline Ghee
Assistant Director
jghee@pccc.edu
Ambar Rodriguez
Counselor/Career Specialists
arodriguez@pccc.edu
Noemi Carino
Program Administrator ncarino@pccc.edu