the most.” “We've gained so many great friendships and connections with people we've met here,” Raini said. “The environment you are in can make a huge difference and how receptive you are to the things you are being told. “Finally, for anyone who may not have support system at home or friends to take courses with, these teachers and counselors will truly help you. This is a wonderful place for anyone looking to further their education, and there will be open arms, no matter what your story is. Fellow graduates, celebrate your day, but do not stop here. Let's make CCR just as proud of us as we are.” Lassiter then presented the candidates for graduation, and the graduates were awarded their diplomas by RCC Board of Trustees Chair Mac Sherrill. Director of College and Career Readiness Jordan Williamson closed the ceremony, thanking RCC faculty, staff, and Trustees for their support. “Thank you to the College and Career Readiness instructors, who go above and beyond,” she said. “It’s incredible to watch the impact that you all have on our students. Our team is always encouraging our students to dream big. As a department, we believe in putting the students first in everything that we do. “Graduates, we're so proud of all of you and your accomplishments, and we understand the tremendous amount of hard work and dedication that it has taken for you to walk across this stage tonight. Now you have the power to decide what comes next for you with all this amazing support at RCC and from your families and your friends that are here supporting you tonight. We all believe in you.” The graduates, listed alphabetically by their cities of residence, follow: High School Equivalency Graduates
Asheboro: Sonia Alvarado-Garay, Warren Brumley, Elvira Cruz Galarza, Christian Deel, Caden Fain, Tristan Haltom, Hyland Markwood, Raini Markwood, Sandra Marleni Miranda Lebaro, Christian Moore, Destiny Royal, Christian Saunders, Petra Suarez
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Randolph Community College Vice President for Workforce Development and Continuing Education Elbert Lassiter, left, congratulates graduate Angela Brown, who received her High School Equivalency during the 2022 College and Career Readiness Graduation May 12 in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center on the Asheboro Campus. Hernandez, JaQwest Summers. Greensboro: Angela Brown. Ramseur: Halie Boone, Brittany Hunt. Randleman: Daniel McKenzie. Thomasville: Christina Smith.
Adult High School Diploma Graduates
Archdale: Harley Forester. Asheboro: Leudy Castillo, Natalie Del Hoyo, Carmen Greene, Marco Soto. Randleman: Katelyn Hammons. Staley: Mikayla Routh. Trinity: Vanessa Sanders.
Petra Suarez Hernandez delivers her graduation speech
Raini and Hyland Markwood speak at the graduation
