Issues

Michelle knows that a four-year degree isn’t the only path to a career. Community colleges and trade schools also provide a pathway to high-paying, stable jobs to support our families. But, unfortunately, sky-rocketing tuition costs for public college and trade school have made higher education and skills training out of reach for too many South Texans.

As someone still paying off her student loans, Michelle knows the burden student debt can place on Valley families. Students shouldn’t be crushed under the weight of unreasonable student loans just because they couldn’t afford it or didn’t come from a wealthy family. She supports making trade school and community college tuition-free so more South Texans can attain the skills they need for a good job.