May 08, 2021
Christian Payne did not know how he was going to afford college, so as a high school freshman he enrolled in the Surry Early College at Surry Community College hoping to at least be able to get an associate degree through the tuition-free early college program.
“I grew up in a low-income home wondering how I would be able to pay for college. It is because of the generous scholarships that I received from Appalachian State and others, that allowed me to complete my undergraduate degree with no debt,” Payne said. “As a young child, I never would have considered this a possibility. This is a testament that hard work is rewarded, and that students can rise above challenges.”
TOP FIVE: Big hitting teens shine at state championships
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TOP FIVE: Big hitting teens shine at state championships
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With just 20 overs at their disposal, the teenagers were quick to bowl fast and hit big. Sparks openers Toby Weston and Coast product Ashton Muir were among the most exciting with the bat as they took on Flares. Sparks player Toby Weston walks off after being caught by Flares player Callum Galvin at the Queensland under 16 boys cricket championships, Caloundra Cricket Club. Picture: Tom Threadingham Weston belted four boundaries and one six as he charged to a top score of 42 from 49 balls. Sparks coach Kieran Daymon was pleased with Weston s efforts, especially coming off the back of a duck on the opening day of the competition.