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IOI awards students
The ceremony recognized those students who participated in compensatory education courses offered by TCCC at the plant. Compensatory education is an educational opportunity for intellectually challenged adults. Students learn basic life skills to function successfully in daily living. Classes are held at the company's facility in Andrews and include reading, math, computer skills, art, health and more. Several students participated in the ceremony. Everyone was welcomed by Tonja Tell and opening by Reva Callun. Joe Weirick then introduced Tom O'Brien, President of Industrial Opportunities, Inc. O'Brien thanked everyone for coming and for their hard work. He also talked about the long-term relationship the company has had with Tri-County Community College. "Thirty-four years ago, Tri- County got us our first sewing machines," said O'Brien. He then talked about how the partnership has grown through the years. "The classes we've held have grown from six students to 62." Dwight Dickinson, TCCC instructor, and Robin Stevenson, Adult Basic Education Coordinator, presented certificates to each student who participated in classes this year. Susie West, Director of Adult Basic Education, thanked all of the instructors who teach for TCCC at IOI for their hard work. "We're lucky to have such wonderful, dedicated instructors," said West. "Dwight Dickinson, Karen Hutchinson, Carol Pittenger, and Barbara Polos always go the extra mile for the students." After the awards ceremony, Kathy Grubb invited everyone to stay for a reception.
Along with family and friends, also attending the ceremony were Sen. John Snow, Rep. Roger West, TCCC Board of Directors member John Carringer, and TCCC Board Chair Larry Kernea.
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