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Meet Graduate of the Year Finalist, Dorothy!
This year, we’ve had an inspiring group of graduates submit their stories to become the 2018 Graduate of the Year. Dorothy Saah, a graduate of Penn Foster College’s Early Childhood Education degree program, stood out because of her dedication to bringing education and knowledge to children everywhere. Currently, Dorothy is working on helping children in her homeland of Ghana.
May 22, 2018

How a Growth Mindset Can Help You Succeed in School (and Life)
Scientific research over the last 30 years suggests that attitude, or mindset, has a huge impact on your performance in school and in life in general. In fact, students with a growth mindset consistently outperform their fixed mindset peers.
May 18, 2018
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Meet Graduate of the Year Finalist Lynda!
This year, we’ve had an inspiring group of graduates submit their stories to become the 2018 Graduate of the Year. Each finalist had an impressive application and used their knowledge, education, and passion to help their communities and reach their goals. Read more about Lynda, a mother of three and a college student striving to make the world a better place!
May 15, 2018

The Impact Penn Foster Has Had on My Life
Each student at Penn Foster has an amazing story to tell. We’ll be sharing blogs from our Student Ambassadors throughout the year, discussing their thoughts on motivation, inspiration, and reaching their goals. Check out how Penn Foster has made a difference in Jennifer’s life.
May 10, 2018

Graduate of the Year Finalist Spotlight Delania Brown
This year, we’ve had an inspiring group of graduates submit their stories to become the 2018 Graduate of the Year. Each finalist had an impressive application and used their knowledge, education, and passion to help their communities and reach their goals. Read more about Delania, a 2018 Student Ambassador and small business owner.
May 09, 2018

Congrats, 2017 DEAC Outstanding Graduate, Kevin!
We couldn’t be more proud of our students and graduates! Each one of you is working to accomplishing your goals and we want to celebrate you. We especially want to congratulate and celebrate this year’s Graduate of the Year, Kevin. Check out his story in the latest post on our Student Life Blog!
May 03, 2018
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Spotlight: Meet Desiree, The Boldest Introvert You Know!
March is Women’s History Month and we want to shine a light on some of the amazing Penn Foster women who inspire us daily. Today, meet Desiree S.! Desiree once worked as a Success Coach to help guide and motivate Penn Foster students to their career goals. Now, she’s expanded her reach beyond one-on-ones with students to the whole world through social media! If you follow our Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and other social accounts, then you’ve been graced by the handiwork of Desiree.
Mar 31, 2018

Spotlight: Meet Sabrina H., Leading the Way for Women in PA!
March is Women’s History Month and we want to shine a light on some of the amazing Penn Foster women who inspire us daily! Today, meet Student Solutions Specialist, Sabrina! Sabrina leads the way for Penn Foster students every day by going above and beyond to help with their studies. (She may have even helped you!) Find out where Sabrina finds her motivation to stay positive and fight for the justices she believes in, both big and small.
Mar 28, 2018

Spotlight: Meet Maddie and Her Strategy for Compassion!
March is Women’s History Month and we want to shine a light on some of the amazing Penn Foster women who inspire us daily! They are goal-driven, persistent, artistic, creative…and they’re leaders. Today, meet Maddie! Maddie is a woman with a plan: She likes to use facts and valuable information to come up with a fair strategy to solve problems.
Mar 15, 2018

Spotlight Meet Autumn Photographer Historian Editor
March is Women’s History Month so we’re celebrating some of the creative, inspiring women who lead here at Penn Foster. They are goal-driven, persistent, artistic, creative... Today, take a second to meet Autumn, a true, multi-talented #girlboss!
Mar 12, 2018