<p>It’s great to read all the exciting “coming of age” news. My son graduated last weekend, and while he earned honors and entry into PBK, we were one of the few families among his friends at graduation who didn’t have an employed graduate (seriously). When mine told everyone who asked about his plans that he was waiting to hear back from the California Capital Fellows program, I’d wince silently because I knew it was a longshot. It’s what he really wanted, though, so he didn’t have much in the way of a back-up plan.</p>
<p>Today he learned he was selected. We’re so happy for him! California needs these idealistic kids with energy and a keen interest in public policy. It means he’ll be moving to Sacramento for the year, and he’ll be there when the new Governor is sworn in, in January. He doesn’t know which agency or department he’ll be working for yet, but it should be very exciting and an amazing learning experience in any case.</p>