Upward Bound seeks high school students

    PRESQUE ISLE – The University of Maine at Presque Isle / University of Maine at Fort Kent Upward Bound Program is now recruiting a new group of freshmen and sophomore students from all 16 Aroostook County high schools.     Upward Bound is a college preparatory program that assists high school students to become better prepared for college. Academic year services include academic advising, tutoring, college visits and cultural events. 
    The summer component includes a three-week residential experience for freshman and a six-week residential stay for upperclassmen on the UM-Presque Isle campus, where students live in a college residence hall and participate in academic and elective classes, as well as an adventure trip and work experience program.
    For more information on this free program and eligibility guidelines, contact your guidance counselor by March 19 or call 800-734-3636.