7009-6600 Early College Programs

For the development and initial implementation of high-quality early college programs; provided, that such programs shall incorporate the guiding principles of designated early college pathways, as developed jointly by the department of higher education and the department of elementary and secondary education; provided further, that priority shall be given to programs that focus on science, technology, engineering and math pathways; provided further, that priority shall be given to programs that serve students who are currently under-represented in college; and provided further, that funds shall be expended to implement the recommendations of the Black Advisory Commission and the Latino Advisory Commission