With only about a month left before graduation, eligible high school seniors across Los Angeles County still have time to claim scholarship funding worth up to $1,500 to pay for college, trade school or other education expenses.
The scholarships are administered through the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program under the state treasurer’s office. It’s an account program that was created in 2022 to make it easier for students and families to afford higher education and other career programs.
“These scholarships send a powerful message to families across our state: We believe in our young people, we are investing in their future, and we want every student to know that college or career training is within reach,” California State Treasurer Fiona Ma said in a statement…