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President Biden’s massive American Jobs Plan is likely to come in two parts: a traditional transportation package as well as a domestic package that includes, among other priorities, universal pre-kindergarten. It’s an education initiative deserving of broad support.

Officials from HOPE Toledo announced that 2021 graduates and one parent will be awarded a scholarship to fund post-secondary education—community college, university, or trade school—and it will include funding for tuition, room and board, books, and fees.

Wednesday was another historic day for seniors at Scott High School looking to further their education.

"I was so surprised, I'm so happy and just so thrilled to start something new in my life," senior Patricia Hampton said.

HOPE Toledo virtually announced the expansion of its scholarship program to include the Class of 2021.

Scott High School’s graduating seniors will be heading to college debt-free thanks, once again, to HOPE Toledo. The community organization made the announcement to students during an event on Wednesday. The program, which is part of HOPE Toledo Promise, aims to create generational change through access to education.

The idea of free college when you're still in high school is a dream come true, but for the graduating seniors of Scott High School, it is now a reality.

Students in the 2021 graduating class at Scott High School will have an opportunity to apply for a scholarship from HOPE Toledo, which will fund their post-secondary education—community college, university or trade school — including tuition, room and board, books and fees.

A deep commitment to service and community is at the heart of John Jones’ vision for HOPE (Helping Our Population Educate) Toledo’s directive to create and deliver a quality education from cradle to career.

The Rev. John Jones has known first-hand what a difference in life that access to quality education makes, and as president of a new nonprofit, he is determined to improve such access for Toledo children.

Scott High School graduates Veronica Daniels and Aaliyah Armstrong are starting afresh at Central State University this fall thanks to a promise made nine months ago.