A very sincere “Thank You” goes out to all of you who have made this year another very successful one for Penn Foster College. Between new product launches and a 97% satisfaction rate among our graduates, the future has never been brighter for Penn Foster College, our students, and our graduates.

Sure, it’s true that we’ve all faced some economic challenges this past year, and maybe we can’t help but feel a twinge of “good riddance” when we close 2008. But, we usher in 2009 with wide-eyed optimism, hope, and anticipation of better things to come.

When you decided to further your education, your eyes were fixed on the future...2009 and beyond. You’re not waiting for “better things” to come to you, you’re going to make “better things” happen! At Penn Foster, we may supply the training, but you supply the passion and determination. It’s your resolve to make positive change materialize which sets you apart. You’re expanding your career opportunities, making your dreams a reality, fulfilling a promise that you made to yourself when you enrolled with Penn Foster—the promise of a better life for you and your family.

So, as you progress through your lessons, continually remind yourself of your goals. Keep in mind that when you complete your program and have your diploma in hand, you can be confident that you’ve put yourself firmly on the road to success and laid a solid foundation for a profitable future. Here’s to a healthy, successful, and prosperous 2009 for all!

The Faculty and Staff at Penn Foster College

DENISE B. of Valley Stream, New York

“I can study on my own time and this gives
me the opportunity to be at home
with my family rather than leave home
a few nights a week to sit in a classroom.”

Denise is a typical American mom. In addition to having a full-time job, this New Yorker is raising three kids, their menagerie of house pets, AND is going to college full-time! A student in the Associate of Science Accounting Degree program, Denise has found that the convenience of distance education with Penn Foster College fits into her lifestyle and responsibilities. “I can study on my own time and this gives me the opportunity to be at home with my family rather than leave home a few nights a week to sit in a classroom.”

The at-home convenience is not the only aspect of a Penn Foster College education that she appreciates. “My instructors are always only a phone call away, no need to make an appointment. All my materials are sent to me in a timely fashion, no running to campus bookstores. I can take my tests and get my grades immediately...”

Denise feels that the most important factor of her education is the impression it is having on her children. She states: “In these hard times, which we are all facing, the fees are very affordable and it includes EVERYTHING I need to be successful. I feel good about myself because I can express to my children the importance of furthering their education beyond high school without sounding hypocritical, because I am a college student myself.”

Test results have become a family affair. When Denise takes her tests and does well (she is maintaining a 90+ average) she loudly yells “yoo hoo” so they all can hear and know she got a good grade. Is there any better example than that?

Good luck with the rest of the program, Denise.

KIMBERLY D. of Warren, Michigan

“Enrolling in Penn Foster has allowed me
the opportunity to go after my dream
and fulfill this very rewarding passion
of working with children.”

Becoming a mother herself made Kimberly realize how important quality day care is for parents who must work outside the home. She has a degree in Marketing and is working toward her second degree, this time in Early Childhood Education with Penn Foster College. She hopes to open her own child-care center, someday. Because she has a full-time job and a child, Kimberly realized how difficult it would be to take college courses again. “Because I was a full-time employee and a full-time parent, it was very hard for me to consider enrolling in college, again, full-time to obtain a degree that would allow me to start my own child-care business. That was until I discovered Penn Foster.” The convenience of learning at home has helped Kimberly balance work, valued time with her son, and her personal life. And she is fulfilling her promise to herself...to start her own business in a career she loves. “Enrolling in Penn Foster has allowed me the opportunity to go after my dream and fulfill this very rewarding passion of working with children.”

We wish Kimberly much success.

We’re proud to announce a new partnership with Frontier Communications, the nation’s second largest rural communications company. Penn Foster students and alumni are now entitled to a discount of up to 13% off of the cost of Frontier’s high-speed Internet service. Also, as part of this agreement, our students and alumni will have the opportunity to choose a package that qualifies them for a 7% discount off of Frontier’s “Peace of Mind” storage backup service. To take advantage of the high-speed internet offer, simply visit: my.pennfoster.com/offers. After you complete the form, a Frontier representative will contact you within 24 hours to complete the process. For more information on Frontier’s “Peace of Mind” Service Packages offered through Penn Foster, go to pennfoster.frontierhelp.com.

Dressing for Job
Interview SUCCESS

According to Peter Vogel, MonsterTrac Career Coach, “There’s no getting around it: In every job interview you’re going to be judged — at least partially — by how you look. But how you should look varies depending on your industry and the job you’re interviewing for.” For a look at interview attire for your career, read more….

Click here to view the list of students who have recently achieved the Penn Foster Dean’s List honor and who have agreed to have their names listed. Congratulations to all!

Penn Foster now offers more than 30 focused Certificate Programs designed to provide the fundamentals in select fields of study. These shorter, concentrated programs are suited to individuals working in a particular field. The newest Certificate Programs just released are:
• Gourmet Cooking Certificate
• Graphic Design Certificate
• Human Resources Certificate
• Child Development Associate Certificate

Attention Graduates! There is no one better qualified to encourage our students than someone who has personally experienced and met the challenges of distance learning. Many students need inspiration, motivation, and support just to enroll, as well as continue with and complete their studies. Email your story and photo to Jim.Healey@pennfoster.edu. We want to hear from you.

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