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's 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."
-- NC Speaker of the House, Joe Hackney
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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 "
-- Lisa Williams, Parent of a Cross Creek Junior
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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."
-- Senate President Pro Tem, Marc Basnight
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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."
-- Lewis Williams, 11th grader
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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."
-- Jamar Sampson, 10th grader
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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."
-- Jessica Diaz, 11th grader
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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."
-- Jasmine Carroll, 11th grader
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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."
-- Matt Sanderson, 11th grader
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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."
-- Ali Thetford, Teacher, Cross Creek
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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."
-- Shelley Armwood, Teacher, Cross Creek Early College High School
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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."
-- Michelle Whitmire, Second Year Student at REaCH
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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."
-- Sarah Thompson, 10th grader
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