Participant Responsibilities

Commitment to the program extends through high school and college. During this time, Upward Bound staff will work with students individually and in small groups to address their needs, develop their academic potential, and identify and meet realistic goals.

To help ensure your success in the program, each Upward Bound student must make a commitment to:

• Attend 10 Saturday sessions September-May, bi-weekly after school tutoring sessions, field trips and college tours, and a summer academic program on the campus of HCC.
• Maintain contact with Upward Bound staff members throughout the academic year. Tell your coach or Mr. Mankins when you will be absent from an activity.
• Take appropriate, but challenging classes each semester.
   

Upcoming Events

• August 31, 2026 - Tutoring Begins at North and South High Schools 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in Coaches Classrooms.
• September 1, 2026 - Tutoring Begins at Williamsport and Hancock High Schools in Coaches Classrooms.
• September 12, 2026 - Saturday Session at South High School 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• September 23, 2026 - Parent Meeting at HCC LRC room 108 at 6 p.m.
• September 26, 2026 - Field Trip (TBA).
• October 10, 2026 - Saturday Session at HCC 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. FAFSA Workshop for graduating seniors.
• October 16, 2026 - Field Trip (TBA).
   

Field Trip Registration

You must fill out the registration form separately for each activity. All registrations must be completed two weeks prior to the trip. Each trip has a maximum number of students, first come first served. Once you have registered, put the trip on your phone calendar or in your planner so you do not forget!

• TBD
   

Upward Bound Seniors

Scholarship Resources

• Community Foundation of Washington County - 43 different local community scholarships
• Washington County Public Schools
  • Washington County Scholarships - Community Foundation of Washington County, MD scholarship database with approximately 173 scholarships listed
  • Scholarship Academy - A resource for high school and college students geared towards students who are the first in the family to attend college
• Maryland Higher Education Commission
• HCC Foundation Scholarship
• College Scholarships for African-American/Black Students
• Financial Aid for Hispanic Students