Upward Bound College
Preparatory Academy
Student and Parent Handbook
100 S. University Avenue
Enid, Oklahoma 73702
p. 580-548-2324
f. 580-977-2756
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How do we know we are successful?
Parents and students often wonder how we measure our success as an educational program. The
U.S. Department of Education measures our success on the following six objectives:
 That we have 60 students in the program at all times.
 Seniors served during the project year will have achieved at the proficient level on state
assessments in reading/language arts and math.
 Students served during the project year will continue in school for the next academic year at
the next grade level, or will have graduated from secondary school with a regular secondary
school diploma.
 Current and prior year students, who at the time of entrance into the project had an expected
high school graduation date in the school year, will complete a rigorous secondary school
program of study and graduate in that school year with a regular secondary school diploma.
 Students who at the time of entrance into the project had an expected graduation date in the
school year, will enroll in a program of postsecondary education by the fall term immediately
following high school graduation, or will have received notification, by the fall term immediately
following high school, from an institution of higher education, of acceptance but deferred
enrollment until the next academic semester (e.g. spring semester).
 Students who enrolled in a program of postsecondary education by the fall term immediately
following high school graduation or by the next academic term (e.g. spring term) as a result of
acceptance by deferred enrollment, will attain either an associate’s or bachelor’s degree within
six years following graduation from high school.
The Northern Oklahoma College Upward Bound Academy tracks involvement with students; we
monitor students’ personal and academic achievements. Accurate and timely data is essential to
evaluating the effectiveness of educational programs, particularly Upward Bound and other TRIO
programs. The U.S. Department of Education emphasizes particular interest in information from postsecondary education data systems that provide outcome data of prior Upward Bound students.
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Program Expectations
Students
When students are accepted into Upward Bound, they sign a commitment agreement. Parents should
be aware students are expected to uphold this commitment at all times. All Upward Bound students
and parents of students should be fully aware that participation in Upward Bound is a privilege that
must be earned on a continuing basis. Parents and other supporters of Upward Bound students are
asked to encourage and support their efforts to meet these expectations.
 Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better.
 Attend academic advisement (9th, 10th and 11th grades if needed; 12th grade required).
 Attend all monthly tutoring (if required), ACT workshops, and Saturday Sessions.
 Turn in biweekly grade sheets on the 1st and the 15th of every month.
 Attend 6 week Summer Academy
 Display behavior and attitudes that are respectful, appropriate, and bring credit to them, their
parents, their schools, and the UB program.
Parents
Fully supporting your child’s involvement may include: providing transportation to an academic
activity, assisting with fundraising efforts, and attending parent meetings and events as scheduled.
We are always open to your ideas for other ways to get parents involved. Your involvement in parent
meetings and events is expected. If you would like to make suggestions or serve as a member for the
parent organization, please contact Erin McCoy at Erin.McCoy@noc.edu or 580-548-2234.
Keeping Informed
Students and Parents
 It is the responsibility of each student and parent to be informed about Upward Bound activities
and policies. This is accomplished by regularly checking e-mails and the Upward Bound
Webpage.
 Students and parents are expected to read the current student handbook thoroughly to
understand program policies and procedures.
 Students are also responsible for reading any announcements that may be posted or given out
and paying careful attention to any oral announcements.
 Students and parents must promptly inform the Upward Bound office of any change of
address, email, or telephone number so that communication is not disrupted. Failure to
receive pertinent e-mail or phone messages will not be accepted as a valid excuse for
missing an activity or failing to comply with program requirements.
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Points
Monthly Core Requirement Points
Saturday Session
10
Tutoring/Grades As or Bs
10
ACT Workshop or Scholarships
10
Academic Advisement
10
Biweekly Grade Sheet
10
(in office by the 1st and the 15th
(5/5)
of every month, no exceptions)
If a student attends a SCHOOL SPONSORED activity during a required Saturday Session they may
submit a signed excused absence form five business days prior to the event. The student then may
be awarded 5 points. If the absence is not excused or the student does not submit the signed form no
points will be given.
Extra Points
4.0 GPA monthly*
3.5 GPA monthly*
Concurrent 4.0 GPA monthly*
Concurrent 3.5 GPA monthly*
RSVP (from students by E-mail only!)
Extra ACT Preparation (5 points for every 1 hour)
Extra Scholarship Applications (5 points for every 1 hour in
office)
Take the ACT (Copy of admission ticket)
Copy of ACT Score
Bring Binder to Saturday Session
Summer Academy Attendance
( 1 point per day of attendance)
10
5
10
5
5
5
5
1
1
1
1
Cultural Trips
Eligibility will be determined according to earned points prior to the event.
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Academic Advising 9th, 10th, and 11th Grade
Academic Advising is the once a month meeting with the advisor if needed. It is for the purpose of
helping students stay on track in all areas to achieve the academic goals they have set. The meetings
are approximately 15 minutes in length.
Academic Advising 12th Grade
Academic Advising is the once a month required meeting with the advisor. It is for the purpose of
helping students stay on track in all areas to achieve the academic goals they have set. The meetings
are approximately 30 minutes in length.
Biweekly Grade Sheets
Biweekly grade sheets are due on the 1st and the 15th of every month. You may bring them into the
office or fax them. Our fax number is 580-977-2756.
Saturday Sessions 9:30am – 12:00pm
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*August 29, 2015 (parent & student)
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September 2015 (NO Saturday Session)
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October 2015 (NO Saturday Session)
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November 7, 2015 (student only)
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December 5, 2015 (student only)
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January 10, 2016 (student only)
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*February 6, 2016 (parent & student) Friend Day! You may bring one friend who is not
currently in Upward Bound.
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March 5, 2016 (student only)
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*April 2, 2016 (parent & student)
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May 7, 2016 (student only)
*parent and student required meeting
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Tutoring
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Monday - Thursday
 ALWAYS refer to your calendar.
 Tutoring is required for any grade below a B.
 Students are expected to show up for tutoring appointments in a prepared manner.
 Completed homework, returned quizzes and tests, textbooks, class notes, and any other
material related to the course should be brought to the tutoring session.
 Tutoring sessions are not to be viewed as time to read text assignments or attempt homework
for the first time.
 Students are to refrain from making phone calls, texting, emailing or surfing the internet during
tutoring sessions. Focus must be on the subject matter and materials.
ACT Workshops 4:15pm – 6:55pm
9th & 10th Grades
October 6, 2015
November 10, 2015
December 8, 2015
January 12, 2016
February 9, 2016
March 8, 2016
April 12, 2016
11th & 12th Grades
October 8, 2015
November 12, 2015
December 10, 2015
January 14, 2016
February 11, 2016
March 10, 2016
April 14, 2016
ACT Testing Dates 2015 - 2016 School Year
Test Date
October 24, 2015
Registration Deadline
September 18, 2015
(Late Fee Required)
September 19–October 2, 2015
December 12, 2015
November 6, 2015
November 7–20, 2015
February 6, 2016
January 8, 2016
January 9–15, 2016
April 9, 2016
March 4, 2016
March 5–18, 2016
June 11, 2016
May 6, 2016
May 7–20, 2016
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Bullying/Harassment (including social media accounts)
Will result in disciplinary action and possible expulsion from Upward Bound.
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Verbal abuse, name-calling, epithets, slurs
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Graphic or written statements
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Threats
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Physical assault
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Other conduct that may be threatening, harmful, or humiliating
Dismissal
If a student chooses not to participate in the program expectations they will be subject to dismissal
from the program. Each case will be reviewed by the Program Director and the decision made will be
relayed to the student in a timely manner.
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