HEC Upward Bound Gives Back to the Community

Martiney Evans, Duh (Kevin) Thawng, and Farnella Young have signed up to be mentors at Oak Hill Elementary within the SLPS district. This program is pretty new, but our students are enjoying their time with the little ones. 

These three assist in mentoring, life skills, "Friendship circle, Chess and other activities that are available for them to participate in. They have asked for volunteer service opportunities! 

HEC Upward Bound not only supports student academically, but we high encourage students to get up and get out there and give back.

We are very proud of our students and can not wait for them to give us feedback at the end of the semester. 

If any other students are interested please be sure to talk with Ms. Nolan about volunteer opportunties. 

Farnella and Martiney waiting on mentees

Duh having fun on the slide

Our students playing hop scotch!

Way to Go HEC UB & SLPS Student!

Elizabeth Maya is a very active student. GRIT is an understatement when it comes to Maya. She jumps at every opportunity possible regarding her future. She is a great communicator and always has school and her future pathway on her mind.

The staff at HEC Upward Bound wants to take the time to congraluate Elizabeth Maya on being the FIRST student from the Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) District to receive this award.
Maya received the Presidential Scholarship of  $144,632 which covers tuitions, room and board!
Maya is a senior who attends Collegiate school of Medicine and Bio-Science Magnet High School. Maya aspires to be a veterinarian.

We are very proud of Maya! Click the link below to read to read the full story and watch a clip about Mya.


Elizabeth Maya to receive Presidential Scholarship

Fox2Now full-story on Elizabeth Maya

Not Being Waldo in a Crowd

 

There is a book called "Where's Waldo?" People love this book because you have to find Waldo in a picture that is filled with activities and different people. Waldo has on a specific outfit. The whole objective is simple: Find Waldo.

Here at HEC Upward Bound; We do not want to be a Waldo. We do not want to be hard to find. When people look at us we want them to see something different. People should see something unique.

There is a lot happening in the world today where everyone looks and acts alike. Here at HEC Upward Bound; we want to stand out. While school is not as easy as it used to be and students are dealing with way more than some adults ever have; we are a safe place and a supportive place. This is the reason why we strive so hard to keep parents in the loop and invite families of our participants to come and join us.

HEC Upward Bound wants to build up students academically, financially, and personally!