TRIO Upward Bound

TRIO UB

TRIO UBTRIO 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’s 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.

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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 at DeKalb High School on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-4 pm in the Media Center. In addition to the on-campus study lab, virtual study labs are available upon request.

Current participants have access to TutorMe, a 24/7 virtual tutoring platform that increases equitable access to personalized learning. To access TutorMe, follow the link below and click "Sign In."

Access TutorMe

If you are a current participant and can't sign in, please get in touch with a TRIO UB staff member for assistance. 

Current Workshops and Activities

Harrison Crespo, Administrative Assistant
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater group photo
Summer Academy Junior Achievement
SAT Prep classroom
SAT Prep classroom
First Generation Celebration audience participation
First Generation Celebration group photo
UB study group snack time
North Central College group photo
Morton Arboretum visit
Field trip fun
Students with a student mentor
UB Study group finals party
UB Study group finals party
UB Wellness program
Rapheal Mathis, motivational speaker
After school study group
Study group tutoring
Study group tutoring
TRIO UB at Western Illinois University
TRIO UB at Western Illinois University
TRIO UB at Western Illinois University
TRIO UB at Diggers Bowling Night
TRIO UB at Diggers Bowling Night
TRIO UB at Diggers Bowling Night
Community Service Day at Feed My Starving Children Organization
Community Service Day at Feed My Starving Children Organization
Community Service Day at Feed My Starving Children Organization
Community Service Day at Feed My Starving Children Organization
Community Service Day at Feed My Starving Children Organization

Photo Gallery

Images from 2019-2020 program participants.

Contact Us

Phylicia HamptonProgram DirectorP815-825-9384Ephampton1@kish.edu

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