This Biotech Pathways Project is funded by SB 70 (Scott) - Economic Development and Career Technical Education Reform Initiative - through the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office.
The Governor's 2005-06 Budget called for expanded vocational and career technical educational opportunities for middle school and high school students, and improved linkages between the career and technical curricula of the public schools and community colleges.
Toward those objectives, Senate Bill 70 provides $20 million to the California Community Colleges. The funds, which became available January 1, 2006, will be used for several types of projects.
Ours is to "Quick Start" Partnerships, which will enhance linkages and pathways between secondary schools and selected economic and workforce development initiatives in community colleges.