Experience a transformative journey with Orange Strides: A Talent Search Project! Throughout the school year, students engage with staff and tutors through activities, counseling sessions, and tutorials. Monthly workshops at each school focus on college entrance preparation and career readiness, supplemented by exciting field trips to college campuses. Orange Strides, a college access and career readiness program, offers a range of services:

• Academic, financial, and personal counseling
• One-on-one and small group tutorials
• Mentoring programs
• Career exploration opportunities
• Guidance on postsecondary education
• College visits
• Assistance with college applications and financial aid
• Support for college entrance exams and fee waivers
• Access to cultural events and academic programs
• Informative sessions for parents

• Friday, 10/18: OSU Outdoor Adventure & Flight Center Tour with Upward Bound
• Tuesday, 10/22: Carney 6th/7th Grade Recruitment & Participant Workshop
• Saturday, 10/26: OSU Vet Med Open House & Lost Creek Safari Visit
• Friday, 11/1: Future Sooner Friday (HS)
• Saturday, 11/9: Racer Day @ Murray State College (Jr/Sr)
• Wednesday, 11/13: Guthrie JH & HS Participant Workshops
• Tuesday, 11/19: Cushing HS Participant Workshop
• Wednesday, 11/20: Cushing HS Participant Workshop
• Wednesday, 12/4: Guthrie JH & HS Participant Workshops
• Tuesday, 12/10: Cushing HS Participant Workshop
• Wednesday, 12/18: Cushing MS Participant Workshop