The Florida Senate

The bill expands the requirements for high school character-development programs to include instruction on developing life and career-related skills.

Specifically, the bill requires instruction on:

·     Developing leadership skills, interpersonal skills, organization skills, and research skills;

·     Creating a resume;

·     Developing and practicing the skills necessary for employment interviews;

·     Conflict resolution, workplace ethics, and workplace law;

·     Managing stress and expectations; and

·     Developing skills that enable students to become more resilient and self-motivated.

If approved by the Governor, these provisions take effect July 1, 2016.