Changing Lives with the KFC Foundation

 

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.

  • 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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