Such class scheduling makes it possible to utilize productively the time when the worker is unemployed and without income to increase his educational achievement. The need for this program in the San Joaquin Valley has been apparent for some time. The Department of Labor has recently estimated that there are nearly 50.000 migrant and seasonal agricultural workers employed in the eight counties. The experience of similar programs in California and other States indicates that a large number are vitally interested in helping to advance themselves educationally. Programs have repeatedly attracted five to 10 times as many workers as there are openings.