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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This resolution urges New Jersey high schools to recognize the multiple pathways to success after graduation by creating a "Pathways to Purpose Week." This week is meant to expand upon the "College Decision Days" when many New Jersey high schools celebrate graduating seniors confirming enrollment into college. A significant portion of high school students do not enroll in college immediately following high school, around 30 percent according to the most recently available Department of Education data. The decision to pursue a path other than higher education after leaving high school can still be a successful one. Apprenticeship and military service are two such paths for success that are available for young people to pursue and are worthy of recognition. Apprenticeships combine trade specific formal instruction and paid on-the-job training. Military enlistment has a long term career option or a shorter period of active service with an avenue of subsidized higher education afterwards. This week highlights the numerous pathways to purpose available to both provide an example for younger students and those who have not yet chosen their path and to honor the graduating seniors who have mapped their plan.
AI Summary
This resolution urges public high schools in New Jersey to establish a "Pathways to Purpose Week" during the week of May 1st, which is traditionally "College Decision Day" when students commit to higher education. The resolution acknowledges that nearly 30% of New Jersey high school graduates do not immediately pursue college, and it aims to recognize and celebrate these alternative successful paths, such as apprenticeships (which combine formal training with paid on-the-job experience) and military enlistment (offering career options or subsidized higher education). By highlighting these diverse post-graduation options, the week intends to provide examples for younger students and honor graduating seniors who have chosen paths other than traditional college enrollment, ensuring all post-graduation plans are equally valued.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/AR111 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/AR/111_I1.HTM |
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