Lashae McConnell came to Job Corps in May 2017 because she didn’t have a college degree and wanted to accomplish more in her life. While enrolled at the Blue Ridge Job Corps Center, Lashae completed her certifications for Certified Nursing Assistant, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and ServSafe. She also served as a member of the Student Government Association and volunteered at Marion Elementary School’s afterschool program and Atkins Food Pantry.
Lashae graduated from the Blue Ridge Job Corps Center in October 2018 and started a new chapter in her life at AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) Western Region. She has plans to continue her education and advance her career.
“I have a plan, and I have my ambitions,” Lashae said. “I will always strive to reach my goals, and just like with my time at Blue Ridge, I know I can do whatever I set my mind to.”
Graduated from Job Corps in: October 2018 Employer: AmeriCorps