HB187

Mississippi Senior Cadets Program to be established by the State Department of Education.

Mississippi House Bill 187 mandates the State Department of Education to establish the "Mississippi Senior Cadets Program." This program aims to improve academic scores and reduce dropout rates by encouraging high school seniors to mentor younger students. Participants must mentor at least five hours a week, collaborate with school staff for program planning, and maintain a "C" average or higher. The bill also outlines rules and regulations for the program's administration and sets guidelines for school districts and mentors.