Section 110.10  General Purpose

There is a need to increase the number of secondary and post secondary students that prepare for and enter high technology occupations in Illinois.  The purpose of the High Technology School-to-Work Program is to increase the number of students exiting secondary and postsecondary schools that enter occupations and advanced educational programs that require advanced skills in the areas of science, mathematics, and advanced technology.  (Sections 5(5) and 15 of the Act)