Designating September 2024 as National Student Parent Month
The U.S. Senate designated September 2024 as National Student Parent Month to honor and raise awareness about the nearly 4 million individuals balancing parenthood and postsecondary education. This symbolic resolution highlights the significant challenges faced by student parents, such as high rates of food and housing insecurity and the difficulty of degree completion. The goal is to acknowledge their contributions and the economic benefits they provide by reducing public assistance spending.
Key points
Symbolic Recognition: September 2024 is officially designated to appreciate students who are also raising children, who make up one-fifth of the student population.
Highlighting Hardships: The resolution notes that student parents, many of whom are single mothers, frequently face poverty, food insecurity, and housing instability.
Future Economic Impact: Acknowledgment that student parents earning a degree significantly boosts their family income and the future earning potential of their children.
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