Theres a program here in New York called City year where you work in an elementary or middle school for a year or two maximum. Compensation is $275.00 (before taxes-yeah, bummer) per week plus a free T-Mobile phone with paid bills & free unlimited metro cards for that year or two you decided to work. After you graduate from City Year, you are then eligible for a $5,000-$10,000 scholarship geared towards your undergrad study. Theres more to it but just visit the website. Just a little advice for your son. Sorry about his situation
City Year. Give a Year. Change the World.