At the same time, it calls for broader participation and renewed commitment from the private sector to substantially increase the amount of scholarship assistance for our youth. This year's Kickoff featured a panel discussion of The Younger Americans Act followed by Miss America 2001 Angela Perez Baraquio as the featured speaker at the Newsmaker's Luncheon. Baraquio spoke on the importance of character education and the value of scholarships. And that is why the Miss America Organization steps forward each year to partner with CSFA in celebrating National Scholarship Month. With increased scholarship support, no student will be left behind.
All students can achieve their educational dreams and enter society as productive citizens.
On May 2, CSFA will unite the country through a nationwide candlelighting ceremony to symbolize efforts to help young people achieve their dreams of postsecondary education. CSFA is the nation's largest private sector scholarship and educational support organization.