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1. Fay's Story:From Student to Teacher
I was sixteen when I was referred to Sunrise's Reach Up program. My goal- to complete high school, no easy task when you are stressed out and the parent of two young children!!!!....................
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2. Kathy's Story:
Several years ago when she was pregnant, a friend suggested to Kathy that she might benefit from completing her high school education through Sunrise’s Opportunities program. “I wasn’t ready to take that step then,” confides Kathy, “but after my baby was born I woke-up to the fact that I needed to do something with my life.”
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3. Amy's Story:Reaching her Potential
"When I returned to Bennington to escape an abusive relationship, my one goal was to provide a better life for my eleven month old son, Justin, than I had had growing up. But it wouldn't be easy. I was seventeen years old and a high school dropout.....................
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4. Wanda's Story:More than a Worker
Wanda was concerned about the behaviour of her six year old son, Brian. He was defying her authority as well as getting off to a poor start in school....................
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5. Kate's Story:Keeping Families Together
I moved to Manchester last fall with my two kids to get away from my husband because he beat me. He drinks a lot and we had to move frequently because we couldn't pay the rent. Several times we were involved with Social Services and I was afraid I would lose the kids....................
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6. Jackie's Story:Ensuring Quality Childcare
I really love my work! I am an LPN at a local nursing home. I enjoy caring for the elderly and making sure their final years are comfortable and dignified. My boss tells me I am an excellent worker, too.....................
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