Bill would auto-qualify Passport to Careers students for Washington College Grant Substitute Senate Bill 5,963 would automatically make eligible Passport to Careers participants income-eligible for the Washington College Grant beginning in 2026–27 and align need calculations with the federal student aid index; witnesses said it would reduce barriers for former foster and unaccompanied homeless youth.

A new bill could revolutionize access to higher education for former foster and unaccompanied homeless youth by automatically qualifying them for financial aid as early as age 13!

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AUHSD presents midyear LCAP update, highlights strong survey turnout and subgroup gaps District leaders reported midyear LCAP results including about 17,620 student survey responses, graduation rates above 90%, and improving AP and CTE access, while noting drops in some subgroup outcomes (foster youth, students with disabilities) and budget pressure from declining enrollment.

Anaheim Union High School District's midyear update reveals impressive graduation rates and rising AP participation, but alarming declines in key student subgroups signal urgent action needed.

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Kern County outlines educational action steps and equity funding for low-performing schools Kern County details action plans to enhance literacy, numeracy, and support for foster youth.

Kern County is taking bold steps to boost literacy and equity in education, tackling challenges faced by low-performing schools and foster youth.

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