STATEHOUSE (Sept. 14, 2023) – Delaware County lawmakers encourage local high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the state's newly launched Career Scholarship Account program.
State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) said Hoosier students in 10th, 11th and 12th grades at a state accredited public or private school can receive up to $5,000 to access qualified training opportunities. About 1,000 spots are available for the 2023-2024 school year and students can apply for a Career Scholarship Account until the Oct. 1 deadline.
"Some students want options outside of college when planning for life after graduation," Rowray said. "The credentials and training they can gain while still in high school can offer a wide variety of opportunities for high-paying jobs, and these scholarships can help them reach that goal."
State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) said Career Scholarship Accounts are available to high school students who are enrolled in a course or educational experience approved by the Indiana Department of Education. Eligible students may also be enrolled in an apprenticeship, applied learning experience, work-based learning and/or credential attainment experience approved by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.
"Employers are looking for skilled, credentialed individuals, and it's imperative to give students access to more training programs," Prescott said. "I'm excited to see local students take advantage of these scholarships and gain invaluable skills before graduating."
Approved students will receive $5,000 over four disbursements and can use the money toward certain qualified expenses:
According to Prescott, approved courses and classes, which are listed on the online application, can be in accounting, cybersecurity, information technology, software development, veterinary science and more.
The State Board of Education is also reviewing high school diploma requirements to provide more flexibility in a student’s schedule, so they can pursue work-based learning and apprenticeship experiences.
To learn more about Career Scholarship Accounts and enroll before the Oct. 1 deadline, click here. For more information, visit in.gov/tos/csa, email CSA@tos.in.gov or call 317-232-0723.
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State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) represents House District 35,
which includes portions of Delaware and Madison counties.
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State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) represents House District 33,
which includes Jay and Randolph counties, and a portion of Delaware County.
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