Bills · S 375
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 375Academic performance and assessmentsCongressional oversight
Transition-to-Success Mentoring Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because the transition from middle school to high school is a crucial period for many students, often correlating with higher dropout rates and disengagement from school. By providing personalized mentoring, the bill aims to give 'at-risk' students the support they need to navigate academic and personal challenges, improving their chances of successfully completing high school and pursuing further education or careers.
If this bill becomes law, more middle school students, especially those in vulnerable communities, would have access to dedicated mentors who can help them set goals, improve academic performance, reduce truancy, and develop positive life skills. Without it, many of these students might continue to lack the individualized guidance that can make a significant difference in their educational and future outcomes, potentially perpetuating cycles of poverty and limited opportunity.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a grant program to fund school-based mentoring programs for at-risk middle school students.
This provides a dedicated funding stream for schools and organizations to offer critical support to students during a challenging transitional period.
PROVISION 02
Requires success coaches to create a 'plan for success' with the student, parents, and school staff, outlining academic, personal, and career goals.
This ensures a structured, individualized approach to mentoring that involves all key stakeholders in the student's development.
PROVISION 03
Prioritizes grants for eligible entities serving students in high-poverty, high-crime areas, rural areas, or schools with high community violence.
This directs resources to communities and students who are most likely to face significant barriers to educational success.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes funds for training success coaches on topics like trauma-informed practices, cultural competency, and supporting homeless youth or those in foster care.
This ensures mentors are equipped with specialized skills to effectively support students facing diverse and complex challenges.
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2 EVENTSFEB 3
Introduced in Senate
FEB 3
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 375
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 3, 2025
Last actionFeb 3, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 3, 2025
Senate BillS 375Academic performance and assessmentsCongressional oversight
Transition-to-Success Mentoring Act
INTRODUCED FEB 3, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 3, 2025
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