I am trying to get some information on the KU Upperbound Program?

Question

It's a college program for High School Students in Kansas City

Answer 1

Upward Bound Program

DESCRIPTION:The Upward Bound Program, funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, works with high school students who are either from low income families or are potential first-generation college students to help them prepare for college. The program serves 9th - 12th grade students at the public schools in Topeka, Lawrence, and Kansas City, Kansas. Participants attend Saturday academic enrichment sessions which are held periodically during the school year on the KU campus. Workshops, educational field trips, and guest speakers are included . Participants also attend a 6-week Summer Institute at the University of Kansas. The Summer Institute consists of basic skills and enrichment classes in such areas as science, mathematics, reading, foreign language, writing, field trips, recreational and sports activities. Contact: Mia Slappy, 310 Joseph R. Pearson Hall, The University of Kansas at [phone] or dial toll free 1-877-842-5232, send email to: [e-mail].
PRIMARY CONTACT: Kamatuka, Ngondi
P.I. E-MAIL: [e-mail]
WEBSITE: http://www.ku.edu/%7Eeop/UpwardBound/