529 Plans
In 7th or 8th grade? Start EARLY!!!  Even 9th or 10th grade might provide enough time for some tax savings.  Check out these 529 Plan sites
529 plan features in California and other states
529 Tax considerations from Finaid with other links
529 Plan estimator                                  
529 Plan Answers
Compare Top Ten 529 plans and more
 
Then note this cautionary tale and alternatives!