TRIO Upward Bound

Our Summer 2026 Academic Mentors are getting ready for an amazing summer with Upward Bound!

Say hi to Sree, Ilgin, Anthony and Julius!!

🚨 Applications are NOW OPEN for TRIP Upward Bound at CCP! 🎓✨
If you are in 8th, 9th, or 10th grade at a Philadelphia public school and dream of being the first in your family to go to college, this opportunity is for YOU!
🌟 Program Highlights:
📚 Free summer program
✏️ Academic support all year long
🚌 College tours, field trips & fun experiences
💙 A supportive community that wants to see you succeed
✅ Eligibility Requirements:
• Must attend a Philadelphia public school
• Applicants must be first-generation college students (neither parent has earned a 4-year degree)
•Meet federal low-income guidelines
Don’t wait — spend your summer leveling up your future! 🚀
Apply now: www.ccp.edu/trio
Questions? Email us at [email protected]

💫UB we are so excited to celebrate our Seniors this Saturday, April 25th. 🎓Seniors please arrive at 10:00am, 9th-11th grade please arrive at 12:00pm. Also bring your ID and Summer participation form. Don’t forget to complete your April stipend assignment. ✨

Upward Bound students putting in work 💪🏽🌱
Last Saturday , participated in the Philly Spring Clean up. Our scholars teamed up to give back to the West Philadelphia community. From picking up litter to showing real community pride, they proved that leadership goes beyond the classroom.
Building brighter futures one block at a time. 🧹✨

This Saturday is all about showing up and making an impact! 💪
9th–11th grade students will be participating in the Philly Spring Clean-Up 🧹dress comfortably and wear something you don’t mind getting dirty.
Seniors 🎓 will be preparing for Senior Recognition Day and taking photos, so make sure to dress nicely! Don’t forget your ID and permission slip (submit online or bring a note with you).
Let’s come ready to work, represent, and have a great time. See you Saturday! 🙌

Future scientists in the making 🔬✨

Our Upward Bound scholars had an incredible visit to Teva, where they explored careers in the pharmaceutical industry, participated in hands-on experiments, and learned directly from an inspiring panel of professionals. To top it all off, they enjoyed lunch and even got a cool ice cream demonstration! 🍦

Experiences like this open doors, spark curiosity, and bring classroom learning to life. The future is bright! 💊🧪

Last Saturday, Upward Bound at CCP proudly hosted an incredible Discover CCP event for TRIO students 🎉

We were excited to welcome our partners from Temple Upward Bound, Temple Upward Bound Math & Science, and UPenn’s Talent Search program for a full day of exploration, connection, and learning about all that Community College of Philadelphia has to offer.

The day kicked off with powerful and inspiring remarks from Dr. Derrick Perkins, followed by a student welcome and admissions presentation. Students then engaged in five dynamic breakout sessions covering the Catto Scholarship, the transfer process, dual enrollment opportunities, the Center for Male Engagement, and valuable college preparation insights from Dr. Esters.

We wrapped up this amazing experience with Campus Philly, highlighting the endless opportunities available to college students in Philadelphia 🌆

Thank you to everyone who made this day impactful and inspiring for our future scholars!

🎓✨ Upward Bound students, we’re excited to have you join us this Saturday, March 21 for our Discover CCP event!
Come explore 📚 amazing programs, 💡 valuable resources, 🎓 scholarships, and all the incredible opportunities CCP has to offer.
We’re also thrilled to welcome our special guests 🤝 — Temple’s Upward Bound & Math and Science Upward Bound, along with Talent Search from UPenn!
Get ready for a day full of learning, networking, and new possibilities 🌟💬 We can’t wait to see you there!

Our students embraced Wellness Day with open minds and hearts 💚—exploring meditation 🧘‍♂️, practicing yoga 🧘‍♀️, expressing creativity through painting 🎨, learning to make healthy snacks 🥗🍎, and finding calm through music meditation 🎶✨. A beautiful day of balance, growth, and self-care 🌿💫

🌼Hey UB, we are excited to see you this Saturday! Join us for a day focused on learning about healthy habits, self-care, and ways to support your overall wellness. It’s going to be a great opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together.
Please come prepared:
👟 Wear comfortable clothing
🧦 Bring clean socks
💧 Be ready for a day of activities and learning
Juniors: Please remember you will be staying until 3:30 PM to register for the SAT.
We can’t wait to see you all for a great day! 💚