Maine proposal requires students apply to college
Bangor Daily News, April 28, 2007
(excerpt) The bill in Maine’s Legislature is simple — only 43 words — and has strong sponsorship. House Speaker Glenn Cummings, D-Portland, brings credibility on the issue as a former teacher. The Education Committee, of which Cummings previously was chairman, voted unanimously to recommend passage, and the House of Representatives passed it without debate. It won initial Senate approval Thursday and awaits final votes in both chambers.
The idea also has drawn support from Gov. John Baldacci, who like other state officials has recognized that Maine lags behind other states in college graduation rates.
"I think the idea fits in with our efforts for all students to be prepared for college, career and citizenship," Baldacci said. "Hopefully, it will increase aspirations and give more students the opportunity to make college a choice.
(excerpt) The bill in Maine’s Legislature is simple — only 43 words — and has strong sponsorship. House Speaker Glenn Cummings, D-Portland, brings credibility on the issue as a former teacher. The Education Committee, of which Cummings previously was chairman, voted unanimously to recommend passage, and the House of Representatives passed it without debate. It won initial Senate approval Thursday and awaits final votes in both chambers.
The idea also has drawn support from Gov. John Baldacci, who like other state officials has recognized that Maine lags behind other states in college graduation rates.
"I think the idea fits in with our efforts for all students to be prepared for college, career and citizenship," Baldacci said. "Hopefully, it will increase aspirations and give more students the opportunity to make college a choice.
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