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We knew a guy who was always in school. Even
after graduating, he pursued higher and higher education. As far
as we knew, he had never left school to enter the work world. We
called him “Continuing Ed.”
The following stories
go in the other direction. They tell of your experiences returning
to school — to complete high
school, to learn new skills, to know the feeling of holding a degree,
to do something for family, neighbors and society in general. It’s
remarkable how large a role our state community college system
plays in furthering education and pride.
We received a couple hundred
of these. Not a single one expressed an ounce of regret. Thanks
to everyone who submitted a story.
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Michael E.C. Gery, editor
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