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STAFF ADMINISTRATIVE Anthony Quinn Director 734.384.4279 aquinn@monroeccc.edu

Dannielle Lambert Academic Skills Coordinator 734.265.3446 lambertd@monroe.k12.mi.us

Stacey Langton Administrative Assistant 734.265.3446 langton@monroe.k12.mi.us

SUMMER INSTRUCTORS Math ShawnTae Brooks

Science Nicole Adams

English

Jennifer Royston

Spanish Daniel Abrey

AprilHeather CordellJacob BatesRaynisha Thomas

MayJesse Lathan

JuneTerrence GrantArthur McCrayRiley Parrott

BIRTHDAYSJulyRyley BourbinaKayla BatesMarissa ChaneyAshley Epps

NEW STUDENTS

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT

Dematrius AdamsCeleste BakrCoriya BakrJarius BanksJacob BatesKayla BatesRicky Canales

Gary CochranHeather CordellMarlin DanielsAshley EppsChristian EspadaTiffany HashTrevin Keith

Jesse LathanArthur McCrayRiley ParrottEmma PlummerJavian WilliamsPerfenee Womack

COLLEGE PLANS:Graphic designing and advertising; my goal is to get a job with the Nikes’ design team.

FAVORITE FOOD:Seafood

FAVORITE MOVIE: The film “Fight Club” starring Brad Pitt

FAVORITE TV SHOW:Dexter

FAVORITE PART OF UPWARD BOUND:The college visits and the food.

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL?Artist, graphic designer and illustrator Shephard Fairey

COLLEGE OF CHOICE?Monroe County Community College

HOBBIES:I like to create logo apparel art; I like to sell my designs on the computer. I like to listen to music.

MOST MEMORABLE HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE:Taking first place in the “Battle of the Band” this past March at the high school and putting the band that I’m in called, “Crowns Aside” on YouTube and Facebook.

WORDS OF WISDOM:“Try hard in everything you do and if you fail at least you said you tried.”

Logan BourbinaLogan Bourbina

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COLLEGE PLANS:Business. I would like to study counseling and I would also like to open up a barber shop.

FAVORITE FOOD:Macaroni and ham with hot sauce

FAVORITE MOVIE: A 2005 crime drama film starring rapper 50 cent; “Get Rich or Die Trying”

FAVORITE TV SHOW:Hey Arnold

FAVORITE PART OF UPWARD BOUND:Visiting the colleges and universities: Oakland University and Chicago University were my favorite campus’ to visit.

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL?Denzel Washington

COLLEGE OF CHOICE?Monroe County Community College or Henry Ford Community College

HOBBIES:Basketball, listening to music and hanging out with my friends.

MOST MEMORABLE HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE:Being in the Upward Bound program and going to Chicago. My freshmen year was very memorable, too.

WORDS OF WISDOM:“Stay dedicated to achieving your goals in life.”

Robert BurrisRobert Burris

COLLEGE PLANS:Business

FAVORITE FOOD:Chinese food, almond chicken with sweet and sour sauce

FAVORITE MOVIE: Friday - The 1995 comedy drama film starring Ice Cube and Chris Tucker

FAVORITE TV SHOW:The PJ’s series - starring Eddie Murphy

FAVORITE PART OF UPWARD BOUND:The pizza parties; trips to colleges and Wayne State University

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL?My mom

COLLEGE OF CHOICE?Georgia Perimeter College

HOBBIES:Basketball, Black Ops (PlayStation 3 game), shopping and swimming

MOST MEMORABLE HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE:The senior group picture and beating Bedford high school in basketball.

WORDS OF WISDOM:Get good grades and stay focused. Get to class on time and enjoy your high school years. Gary Cooper Gary Cooper

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COLLEGE PLANS:Bio-chemistry, physiology or zoology, my goal is to be a veterinarian.

FAVORITE FOOD:Venison

FAVORITE MOVIES: The Open Season series and The Little Mermaid

FAVORITE TV SHOWS:Reba (TV series)

FAVORITE PART OF UPWARD BOUND:Getting tutoring help with my homework

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL?My mom, my family and my church family

COLLEGE OF CHOICE?Monroe County Community College and transfer over to Michigan State University

HOBBIES:Tennis, singing, drawing, painting, photography and hunting

MOST MEMORABLE HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE:Senior spring break with friends

WORDS OF WISDOM:Be true to yourself. Do your homework and you’ll go far in achieving what you want to be in life.

Timothy GrantTimothy Grant

COLLEGE PLANS:Computer Science and Massage Therapy

FAVORITE FOOD:Tamales, shrimp, crab legs and Cap ‘n’ Crunch cereal.

FAVORITE MOVIE: I’m gonna have to go with “Toy Story”

FAVORITE TV SHOWS:Sponge Bob and Degrassi

FAVORITE PART OF UPWARD BOUND:Besides the plush four-day vacations and the field trips, it was like everyone in Upward Bound was my family and I’m going to miss EVERYONE a lot.

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL?I was taught to be a leader, so I am a role model to myself. But beside myself, I look up to Mr. Quinn, my dad, and my friend Neftaly Vasquez who motivated and pushed me all through high school.

COLLEGE OF CHOICE?Monroe County Community College

HOBBIES:Working out, gymnastics, and making music

MOST MEMORABLE HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE:Being in the Upward Bound program and going to Chicago. My freshmen year was very memorable, too.

WORDS OF WISDOM:“Hard work, discipline, prayer, and faith…that’s ALL that is takes”

Marissa SulfaroMarissa Sulfaro

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BANQUETJune 1, 2011

Upward Bound Student of the Year:Marissa Sulfaro

Most Hours Completed:Aliyah ElstonCherise Hall

Student Representatives:Cierra ClayCherise HallCaleb NealChristian NealWill SchwabAmanda Sharpe

Positive Attitude Award:Marlin DanielsSharvae DaviAliyah ElstonAshley EppsTimothy GrantCaleb NealChristian NealWill SchwabAmanda SharpeMarissa Sulfaro

Most Improved Students:Ashley (Missy) EppsCierra Narvab

Certificate of Dedication:Aliyah ElstonCherise HallDariun HudsonCierra NarvabCaleb NealChristian NealWill SchwabAmanda Sharpe

Outstanding Freshman:Joy Campbell

Outstanding Sophomore:Ashley (Missy) Epps

Outstanding Junior:Will Schwab

Outstanding Senior:Marissa Sulfaro

Outstanding Community Service:Ashley (Missy) EppsDariun HudsonBrandi Miller

Community Service:Aliyah ElstonAshley EppsJaelyn EvansKylyn FieldsCherise HallDariun HudsonChristina Lee-OliverKeyonna McCrayBrandi Miller

Community Service (continued) Rachel PierceEmma PlummerWill SchwabAmanda SharpeMarissa Sulfaro

Tutor Recognition:Nicole AdamsKevin GibbsAddison HendricksDeb MauBill Wisemen

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OUTSTANDING STUDENTSR to LJoy Campbell, Outstanding Freshmen; Ashley (Missy) Epps, Outstanding Sophomore; Will Schwab, Outstanding Junior, and Marissa Sulfaro, Outstanding Senior

A special thank you to our Upward Bound parents for their continued support to Monroe County Community College and Monroe High School. We would also like to thank the President of the College, Dr. Nixon; Board of Trustee member – Linda Lauer; Vice President of Student and Information Services, Mr. Randy Daniels; and Monroe High School Principal, Mr. Ryan McLeod. Thank you for embracing our program and for your continued commitment to our students.

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Honor Roll3.0 or Higher

Super Scholars All A’s

Senior Recognition

First Trimester:Nikko AmayaLogan BourbinaRyley BourbinaCierra ClayJoy CampbellSharvae DavisMichael DuchenneAlyah ElstonMalia EmersonAshley EppsCherise HallTiffany HashDariun HudsonChristina Lee-OliverBrandi MillerRobyn MonkKendra MurphyCaleb NealChristian NealWill SchwabAmanda SharpeAshley StevensonMarissa SulfaroRaynisha ThomasWillibea ThomasArrington Williams

First Trimester:Aliyah ElstonRobyn MonkAshley StevensonWillibea Thomas

Nikko AmayaLogan BourbinaRobert BurrisCierra ClayGary Cooper, Jr.Sharvae DavisTimothy GrantRobyn MonkAmanda SharpeAshley StevensonMarissa SulfaroWillibea Thomas

Second Trimester:Nikko AmayaRyley BourbinaSharvae DavisMichael DuchenneAshley (Missy) EppsCherise HallDariun HudsonKeyonna McCrayBrandi MillerRobyn MonkKendra MurphyCaleb NealChristian NealWill SchwabAmanda SharpeAshley StevensonMarissa SulfaroKeeyana ThomasRaynisha ThomasWillibea Thomas

Second Trimester:Sharvae DavisAshley (Missy) EppsAshley StevensonWillibea Thomas

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UPWARD BOUNDSUMMER CULTURAL TRIPOur year end cultural trip is our participants reward for all of the hard work they have put into strengthening their

academic and study skills. The trip is a way for the Upward Bound students to experience new opportunities and it

is one of the hallmarks of the Upward Bound program. This year the student will travel to Nashville, Tennessee. In

three (3) days the students will take part in some of the most interesting locations such as:

Fisk University

Belmont University

Andrew Jackson Hermitage Plantation (home of the 7th President, Andrew Jackson)

Grand Ole Opry Museum

Chaffin Barn Mystery Theater and Dinner

Nashville city tour

VACATION CHECK LIST ___Blanket and pillow for the bus ride. It will be cold on the bus with the air

conditioning running.

___Extra spending money for souvenirs

___Deodorant, feminine products, tooth brush, tooth paste, extra shampoo

and conditioner

___Change of clothing for all three (3) days

___Comfortable walking shoes

___Sun block

___Medications

___Dress for the weather

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2011 Summer Session Friday Field TripsFriday, June 24thBowling Green State University

Friday, July 1stOFF – HOLIDAY

Friday, July 8thUniversity of Toledo

Friday, July 15thUniversity of Michigan

Friday, July 22ndMercy Memorial Hospital tour & Historical Society Museum

Friday, July 29thMotown and the African American Museum