A group of seven Fannin County Middle School scholars were inducted into the Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen (REACH) program two weeks ago.
Each of these young people will now receive mentor support, additional college-related help and activities and the promise of a scholarship if they successfully complete the program.
In turn the students pledge to keep good grades, attendance and behavior, meet with their mentors and graduate.
The REACH scholars had to be nominated by their teachers, apply for the program and then be selected. The process was strict.
These students have earned a tremendous opportunity, one that will make sure they have help they need and deserve. It will also make sure they won’t get lost in the shuffle.
These students will have the added support of an effort between the public and private sectors to make sure they succeed.
This is the type of program that is needed more and more in today’s society. It works both ways. Society is in need of the best and brightest minds to be properly trained to take leadership roles. Some students who meet this criteria, but need extra help, whether that be personal or financial, are those most likely to be left behind.
REACH is another example of Georgia leaders working to make sure good education is a reality for everyone who wants it. That’s good for the state and its people.