The document summarizes testimonials from several students who participated in the Boston University Upward Bound program. The students describe how the program helped them feel independent and prepared for college. It helped them academically with classes and standardized tests. It also provided tutoring, summer programs on a college campus, field trips, and community service. The overall experience built the students' confidence to pursue their dreams of attending college.
2. This was the first time I
was ever away from
home, the first time that I
was ever independent,
and the first time that I
could really value my
achievements
Katherine De La Cruz
Snowden Class of 2008
Valedictorian
Attending Boston College
3. This program
changed my life, and
being a part of this
program made me
feel like I belong
somewhere.
Justin Liu
Snowden Class of 2008
Attending University of
Massachusetts Boston
4. Upward Bound is an
experience that comes
once in a lifetime.
Because of Upward
Bound I feel confident
about pursing my dream,
college.
Jermaine Ellis
Snowden Class of 2009
Salutatorian
Attending Denison College on Posse Scholarship
5. Upward Bound is an
experience that comes
once in a lifetime.
Because of Upward
Bound I feel confident
about pursing my dream,
college.
Jermaine Ellis
Snowden Class of 2009
Salutatorian
Attending Denison College
on Posse Scholarship
6. This program
honestly helped me
throughout high
school, especially with
preparing myself for
college.
Jessica Obasohan
Snowden Class of 2008
Attending Northeastern University
7. Upward Bound has
been one of the best
experiences of my life.
The program has
helped me with many
of my academic
courses .
Jimmy Liu
Snowden Class of 2007
Valedictorian
Graduate of Boston University
8. After-school tutoring and classes during
the school year to help you prepare for
all your
MCAS and SAT tests
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