TRIO Upward Bound

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.
Open availability 8 am-4 pm on Monday-Thursday.

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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 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.
TRIO UB at Six Flags Great America
TRIO UB at Six Flags Great America
TRIO UB working with Feed My Starving Children.
TRIO UB working with Feed My Starving Children.
TRIO UB working with Feed My Starving Children.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Paint and Create event at DeKalb High School.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.
TRIO UB at a Student Mentorship Program.

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Contact Us

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

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