SF2246

This bill, S.F. No. 2246, is related to education finance and proposes a grant for the Minnesota Alliance With Youth's Promise Fellow Program. The bill appropriates $1,000,000 per fiscal year from the general fund to the Minnesota Department of Education for this purpose.

The Promise Fellow Program is designed to improve student attendance and academic engagement by partnering with AmeriCorps members, schools, school districts, charter schools, and community organizations. The services provided under this program include: - Family and caregiver outreach - Academic support - Connections to out-of-school activities and resources - Individual and small group mentoring to help students maintain school attendance

Additionally, the Minnesota Alliance With Youth is required to promote Promise Fellow opportunities throughout the state.