Uprep is a wonderful institution, that has taught me so many things. Besides the wonderful education that I received, the school allowed me to grow into the young woman I am today. The school introduced me to not only intelligent educators but also wonderful people who I am still in contact with today. It also introduced me to students like myself whom I am glad to call brothers and sisters. But most of all I take from uprep, skills, values and morals that not only help me in my college career but as I go on to become a successful adult.
- Khadijah Johnson – attending Grand Valley State University
University Prep graduate class of 2009
I remember my time at UPHS as being probably the brightest time in my life thus far. I think that what I enjoyed the most was the camaraderie that my classmates and I shared along with bond that I had with my advisor, Ms. Pazur. To this day I still keep in touch with my classmates and I see them as not only my friends but my brothers and sisters. Ms. Pazur was like a second mother to me and she helped me through any adversity that I faced, In and out of the classroom. I believe that establishing a close bond with your Advisor and classmates goes a long way in determining your success in high school and beyond. I witnessed a lot of people alienate their advisor at times and it proved only to be detrimental in their progress as a student. It’s best to get advice from someone who has gone through what you are already trying to accomplish. Granted, when you get to college they won’t be there to guide you but very seldom has someone made it through college by isolating themselves from their peers (classmates) or getting help from a professor (advisor). My biggest advice is to be resourceful and get help from those around you and it will help you short term and in the long run.
- Keith Stewart – attending Henry Ford Community college
University Prep graduate class of 2008
As I reflect over my time at UPA the thing that I cherish the most is my high school advisory. I remember the first day of ninth grade when I looked around at my classmates and thought to myself, “I am not going to like these kids.” My negative attitude stopped me from building positive relationships with so many of my classmates. Looking back now, I really didn’t feel like I was part of the advisory then and I honestly didn’t care. At the start of our sophomore year our advisor moved away. We felt so abandoned that our advisor was leaving us during our Gateway year, such a crucial time for students. Instead of crying or fighting each other we actually grew tighter. We knew that in order for us to make it we had to rely on the strength and support from each other. That is the day that I went from being the only child to have fifteen brothers and sisters. In the evenings after school some of us would call each other on the phone and do our homework together, and hold weekly check-ins just to make sure we were on track. There was no rule that said we had to do those things, but we knew we had to step up together to accomplish our goals.
During our time together I always played the unattached role. I didn’t want them to know how much they meant to me and how much I valued our friendship. There were about two weeks left in our senior year when it hit me that after summer break I was going to be embarking on a new adventure and they weren’t going to be there to support me. That is when they finally saw how much they mean to me. I wrote them a letter reflecting on our memories together and I wanted them to know that I would always be there for them. We’ve been out of high school for almost two years now and I still keep in contact with everyone. Some of us text message each other everyday as if we’ve never been apart. I may not remember every book that I read, or every academic lesson I was taught but I will always remember my wonderful advisory and how each of them impacted my life.
- Micah Hood – attending Grand Valley State University
University Prep graduate class of 2008
University Prep was at first different. By this I mean that I was so set in the ways of the DPS system that it was unusual, but after awhile I began to love it. University Prep helped me become more independent, disciplined and I also gained time management skills. These qualities that I acquired while attending University Prep helped me prepare for the atmosphere and curriculum that I am experiencing in college while attending Wayne State University. I am now in my third year and I have made successfully with the help of University Prep.
- Alysia Bonds – attending Wayne State University
University Prep graduate class of 2007
When I hear the words University Preparatory a lot of memories come to mind. I remember the first time I stepped foot in my advisory I was very nervous. I wasn’t familiar with a small classroom environment. I was able to fit in as the days passed because I was able to gain a relationship with the fifteen other students that were in my class. One of the things I loved about University Preparatory was the one on one time I had with my advisor. I came to University Prep in the 9th grade. I came straight from a Detroit Public School. Things were different as far as the learning techniques, but I was able to catch on pretty fast. This school never used a textbook and that was a plus because I hated carrying textbooks in middle school. I was able to go out into the real world and pursue what I may consider a dream. I was fortunate enough to complete and internship at Andrews & Hardy Funeral Home since the 10th. I still have my job at the funeral home. I am a sophomore student at Eastern Michigan University right now, but majority of the assignments I am required to complete I have already done in high school. That’s always a plus because it helps me be ahead of the other students that are in my class. One thing that I have learned from University Prep is to utilize all of the resources I have available. Some words of advice that I could give to students at University Preparatory High School is to find something you’re passionate about and pursue your dreams. Although things may seem hard continue to have perseverance because things will work out for the best in the long run.
Respectfully,
Dennyse Rhodes – attending Eastern Michigan University
University Prep graduate class of 2008
University prep was more than just a high school to me; it was a place of inspiration. Every day I was encouraged to follow my dreams and pursue my passion for the media business. Every day I was greeted by classmates, staff members and mentors who treated me like family and were genuinely concerned about my well-being. The moments I shared, the lessons I learned and the skills I gained while attending University Prep will forever be irreplaceable. Those precious moments helped define who I am today and inspire who I want to be tomorrow.
- Matthew W. Singleton – attending University of Michigan- Ann Arbor
University Prep graduate class of 2008
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