Upward Bound Summer Newsletter Volume II

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SUMMER VOLUME II

UB TUNED IN

Our UB summer was full of new friends, new adventures, lots of learning, & lots of fun!

Let's keep the good vibes going as the new school year begins!

CLASS OF 2024 (SENIORS): If you are applying to a 4-year university, it is a great time to complete your college application essay. Here are the essay prompts for 2023-24: 1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

2. The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?

3. Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking?

What was the outcome?

4. Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?

5. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

6. Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?

7. Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design. *You only need to complete one essay, so pick the one that will showcase who you are! Some colleges will have supplemental essays or personal statements to complete, so there could be more depending on where you apply.

The Common App applications are open as of August 1! Start now and avoid the last minute stress! www.commonapp.org

ALL STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE THE REQUIRED 2023-24 PAPERWORK BY SEPTEMBER 1!

*If you attended Summer Academy this year, you have already completed this!

TIPS FOR A GREAT SEMESTER: Make school attendance a priority!

Use a planner. Be sure to include test dates, deadlines, work, extracurriculars, & social commitments.

Get into a routine.

Make to-do lists & set goals.

Study a little everyday & look over your notes each night to make sure you've got it.

Stay ahead. Don't let yourself get behind.

Manage your time wisely. Use extra class time to start on homework. Also, be aware of how much time you spend on your phone & don't let that distract you.

Get plenty of sleep.

ASK! Ask questions & ask for help when you need it.

Come to the weekly Upward Bound meetings!

If you need help with any of these tips, please let us know!

UB WEEKLY MEETINGS WILL START AT YOUR SCHOOL THE FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER! Watch your email, social media, and remind for times & dates!

STAY CONNECTED & STAY AHEAD

Check your email!

Sign up for Upward Bound Remind - text 81010 and enter the following codes for your high school: Chilhowie: @g33kkk Northwood: @864b6kg Virginia High: @kg8k462 Holston: @eh47a4 Patrick Henry: @64ddd6

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Facebook, Instagram, &Twitter @ VHCCUpwardBound

Utilize your free online tutoring & writing center: Go to: www.brainfuse.com and click on "Login" Username: First letter of first name, last name, birthdate (ex: jdoe01012003) Password: VHCCUpwardBound2020

WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU IN SEPTEMBER!

HAPPY JULY/AUGUST BIRTHDAY TO:

Xavier Gilbert 7/1 Rachel Clark 7/2 Emilee Chapman 7/3 Maddy Rangel 7/4 Dominic Hancock 7/5 Raegan Foster 7/17 Amaya Greer 7/20 Destiny Noel 8/3 Edgar Bal 8/6 Payton Rhymer 8/11 Chloe Dalia 8/18 Mason Cook 8/20 Carmen Hurley 8/22 Liz Kester 8/27 Madeline Anderson 8/28 Jenna Leonard 8/29

CONTACT US: Leigh Ann Adams, Director ladams@vhcc.edu 276-739-2506 (office) 276-356-8609 (cell: text or call) Stacey Dorton, Academic Coordinator sdorton@vhcc.edu 276-739-2507 (office) 276-608-9664 (cell: text or call) Ella Ratcliffe-Sutherland, Office Manager eratcliffe@vhcc.edu 276-739-2479 (office)

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