Search Results: keywords:"education improvement"

  • H. R. 10208 — To strengthen student achievement and graduation rates and prepare children and youth for college, careers, and citizenship through innovative partnerships that meet the comprehensive needs of children and youth.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:11,567

    H.R. 10208, also known as the "Developing Innovative Partnerships and Learning Opportunities that Motivate Achievement Act" or the "DIPLOMA Act," aims to enhance student achievement and graduation rates in the U.S. by forming partnerships between schools and communities. The...

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    The DIPLOMA Act is like a teamwork game where schools and communities work together to help kids do better in school and get better at life skills, using money to make sure everyone, especially those who need more help, can learn in a safe and fun way. It tries to be fair with the given money, but needs to be extra careful that everyone gets a fair share and that the money helps kids in the best way possible.

  • H. RES. 1075 — Recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in the lives of the people and communities of the United States.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:306

    The H. RES. 1075 acknowledges and praises the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni, as well as AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, for their positive impact on communities and individuals throughout the United States. The resolution highlights the accomplishments and...

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    H. RES. 1075 is a special note from some grown-ups saying "thank you" to people in AmeriCorps who help make schools better, make places safer, and create more jobs. It's like saying, "You're awesome for helping everyone!" during a special AmeriCorps celebration week.

  • H. RES. 160 — Recognizing January 2025 as National Mentoring Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:384

    H. RES. 160 recognizes January 2025 as "National Mentoring Month" to highlight and celebrate the positive impact of mentoring relationships. The resolution emphasizes the importance of mentoring in improving life skills, academic success, career exploration, and leadership development for...

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    January 2025 is being recognized as National Mentoring Month, which means it's a special time to celebrate how grown-ups helping kids can make their lives better. This idea encourages people and organizations to work together so more kids can have mentors who can teach them good skills and help them succeed in life.

  • H. R. 8126 — To amend the Financial Literacy and Education Improvement Act to include secondary schools in best practices for teaching financial literacy, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:359

    H.R. 8126 proposes changes to the Financial Literacy and Education Improvement Act to include secondary schools in best practices for teaching financial literacy. The bill aims to educate high school students on topics like budgeting, saving, investing, and understanding credit. It also...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8126 is a bill that wants to help teenagers in high school learn how to handle money better, like knowing how to save and spend wisely. It also helps them understand things like student loans, so they can make good choices about borrowing money for college.