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Contact Information 800 West 14th Fax: 620-431-0082 |
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GOALS & OBJECTIVES GOAL Help students improve their overall high school performance and to prepare them for entry into college. OBJECTIVE Academic development To see that students be prepared for college by their senior year. Improving students’ reading, writing, math, science, test-taking, and study skills through tutoring and College Simulation Experience Classes. Encouraging students to take “College Prep”, AP, and Honor Courses. Encouraging students to become familiar with their High School Handbook College visits to many universities and community colleges throughout the area. Complete applications to colleges Find the financial aid students will need for college. Help students fill out the necessary paperwork to take the ACT, PSAT, and college placement tests 2. Career Exploration Helping students explore career opportunities through field trips, career interest inventories, and work-study positions while on campus for the College Simulation Experience. Introducing students to new areas of interest, both academic and non-academic at most colleges. Develop a “Plan of Action” using the students’ aptitude and interest inventories to first identify academic intermediate goals and second to prepare them for their future career. Help the student decide which colleges are best for their career interests. 3. Personal development Helping students develop self-confidence and self-awareness. Improving skills associated with relating to others. Providing opportunities to learn about people from different cultures and developing an appreciation for diversity. Exploring leadership potential Giving students the experience of cooperative living through residence on campus during the College Simulation Experience. Strengthening the commitment to self-improvement. |
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The Upward Bound Program at Neosho County Community college is 100 percent federally funded by the United States Department of Education with an annual budget of $250,000 to serve 55 students, Award # P047A070607.
NCCC complies with all ADA and EEO regulations. See the college catalog for a complete listing and procedures. |