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Changing Lives with the KFC Foundation

In a recent episode of “Education UnplugGED,” Vicki Green and Debbie Rollins discussed the significance of non-traditional education routes like those offered by GED Testing Service and the KFC Foundation. They highlighted how obtaining a GED can transform lives, especially for those who faced educational interruptions. The conversation urged employers to embrace non-traditional education and recognize the potential of GED graduates.

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Non-traditional education is a viable path for adult learners.

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The KFC Foundation rewards GED earners to motivate lifelong learning.

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Employers are encouraged to support and value GED graduates.

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Vicki Green, CEO of the GED Testing Service, and Debbie Rollins, Program Director for the KFC Foundation, delve into the potential of non-traditional education routes during a recent episode of "Education UnplugGED." The conversation emphasizes the life-changing impact of obtaining a GED, particularly for individuals whose education was disrupted by unexpected life challenges.

The conversation emphasizes the life-changing impact of obtaining a GED, particularly for individuals whose education was disrupted by unexpected life challenges.

  • Championing Non-Traditional Education and Celebrating Success: Both Green and Rollins argue that earning a GED should not carry a stigma, instead championing it as a path to a rewarding future. They spotlight the KFC Foundation's initiative, which motivates their learners by rewarding each passed test and celebrating GED graduations. This approach hopes to inspire the staff towards lifelong learning, with scholarships also offered to those wishing to pursue further education.
  • GED Learners: Resilience and Potential: The duo encourages employers to recognize the potential in GED earners, emphasizing the resilience these individuals show in the face of adversity. Exemplified by the success stories at the KFC Foundation, they argued that achieving a GED often leads to future professional growth and even the pursuit of higher education.
  • A Call-to-Action to Embrace Non-Traditional Education: Concluding on a hopeful note, they urge employers to support non-traditional education pathways, fostering a culture of learners who feel valued and inspired. The conversation underscores the importance of investing in adult education, where every learner's success has the power to impact future generations positively.
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