Bill > HB505

This bill updates Georgia's education code to enhance career readiness for students by replacing the existing "individual graduation plan" with a more comprehensive "career development plan" (CDP). The bill requires students in 6th through 8th grades to receive career counseling and develop a CDP before the end of 8th grade (or within 90 days of high school enrollment), which will outline their academic skills, career interests, and future goals. The CDP must include rigorous academic coursework, potential industry credentials, opportunities for postsecondary studies, work-based learning experiences, and alignment with the student's career focus. The bill mandates that the Department of Education develop an electronic platform to support CDP creation, providing students, parents, and school personnel with access to career information, skills data, and portfolio management. Additionally, the CDP will include a student portfolio containing their resume, awards, and other relevant information, and will be reviewed and potentially revised annually with guidance from school counselors or teacher advisers. The legislation aims to better prepare students for seamless transitions to postsecondary education, further training, or employment by providing more personalized and strategic career planning support.

Education

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70435