Bev Perdue, Lt. Governor "Learn and Earn is more than an opportunity for a college education -- it's an opportunity for a bright future. I am proud to be part of it and hope you will be too."	Joe Hackney, NC Speaker of the House "Learn and Earn brings a college education to students across this state, no matter where they are or how much money they have. Now, students all over North Carolina will have an affordable way to earn college credit while still living at home. They can take their associate degree and go straight to work or leave home with a head start on a bachelor's degree. This program finally extends the opportunity for a public college education to anyone with the talent and desire to pursue it. With it, we have a chance to transform the workforce of this state and more importantly to change the lives of many of our young people."	Senate President Pro Tem, Marc Basnight "Higher education is the key for success in today's global economy. With Learn and Earn, we are helping the dream of a college degree become a reality for students."
Lisa Williams, Parent "As a parent, Cross Creek has affected my life in a positive way because my child was ready to be challenged in his social and academic skills. Students have been given the opportunity to enter into this Learn and Earn School. They must be ready and willing to strive and work hard to become successful. They are leaving good examples behind for others to follow. The benefit is great for these young students to earn two years of free college credit. Learn and Earn Schools are a very great experience and I hope they will continue to flourish "	Lewis Williams, Student "Cross Creek Early College, a Learn and Earn School, made me stronger and more disciplined. It encouraged me to work for what I want and want what I need. Job opportunities will be abundant thanks to this school. Cross Creek opened doors for me, changed my life and is giving me endless possibilities."	Jamar Sampson, Student "My name is Jamar Sampson and this is my second year at Cross Creek Early College High School-a 'learn and earn school.' The school's high expectations have encouraged me to improve my study habits and to thrive for a better future. This program has helped to develop my overall character."
Jessica Diaz, Student "Cross Creek will benefit me in the long run. It has given me so many opportunities like being able to go to college and to be the first in my family to graduate. It is like another family at school that supports me whenever I need it."	Jasmine Carroll, Student "Being the only one to graduate and finish college in my family there's a lot of pressure on me. The support and encouragement of my Learn and Earn school helped me accomplish what people told us was impossible. This experience has equipped me with the skills needed to succeed in a competitive world."	Matt Sanderson, Student "I enjoy going to Cross Creek Early College, one of the Governor's Learn and Earn High Schools. We are like a family. The teachers care."
Ali Thetford, Teacher "It is great to teach in a Learn and Earn school because of the excitement of knowing that we are really changing student's lives. Students work hard because they know their future is at stake and in their control."	Shelley Armwood, Teacher "Our students know that their teachers care about them, not just academically but also personally. Our high expectations, coupled with the support that is vital for their success, helps all our students do well."	Michelle Whitmire, Student "Rutherford Early College High School, a Learn and Earn school, has been an amazing opportunity for me. Taking college classes and still having one-on-one help while accomplishing so much is an incredible blessing."
Sarah Thompson, Student "It is so great to attend a Learn and Earn high school because we are NOT a traditional school. The learning environment is so positive! The teachers help us."	Margaret Douglas, Student "When I arrived at Cross Creek I was facing an issue that was entirely new to me. Everyone here became a family..."	Jimmy Higgins, Student “Learn and Earn has had a great impact on my life. Taking college and high school classes has made me a more driven person. I am doing more productive activities that better my personal fitness and my relationship with my family and my community.”
Ashley Constantine, Student "My time at Stanly Early College High School has been such a life changing experience. By coming to this school, I have accomplished more than I have ever imagined. My self-esteem and character have changed for the better as a result. Had I not come here, I never would have had the confidence that I have now. The love, support, and one-on-one student teacher interaction has made such a great difference in my life."	Carl T. Rogers, Student "The Learn and Earn program has given me the opportunity to leap beyond the high school norm and pursue my dream at an accelerated rate. I particularly enjoy the college degree pathway that the Early College program provides as a springboard for my university degree."	Yoselina Jaimes, Student "Stanly Early College has helped me in many aspects of my life. It actually has given me the opportunity to go to college. I am improving both academically and personally and now I know that I will accomplish my dreams and be successful."
Clay Hudson, Student "Through the Learn and Earn program, my future has been opened to new and better opportunities."	Wilber Ruiz, Student "Stanly Early College is a mixture of ideas, attitudes, and personalities. All of these things make SEC such a great school in which to excel. We are all here to help each other succeed in school and life."

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