This article originally appeared in the July 2026 Issue of Pasco Post.

Take Stock in Children

Qualifying 9th-, 10th-, and 11th-graders can apply to become a Take Stock in Children student. Each student in the program will receive a scholarship, a mentor, and college and career readiness support. Adult volunteer mentors meet with the students twice a month for 30 minutes. To find out how to join the program as a student or a volunteer mentor, visit https://www.pascoeducationfoundation.org/tsic-home/.