Scott introduces map for college
Burbank Leader 2/24/07
The bill would help families and students prepare for college.
If passed, the legislation would create voluntary programs for local school districts to provide information on higher education and student aid.
The legislation would create a pledge for students and their parents or legal guardian to sign. The students would agree to meeting all the graduation requirements, completing the necessary preparatory work and complete the required paperwork for college.
In return, the state would provide a spot in a California Community College, the University of California or California State University, and financial aid.
The main thrust of the legislation is that it sets up an actual format so schools can introduce the path to higher education starting in middle school. It reinforces a centralized roadmap for getting to college and financial aid.