Adult Basic Education students at Robeson Community College give back during the holidays – The Robesonian
Adult Basic Education students at Robeson Community College give back during the holidays The Robesonian
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LUMBERTON – Adult Basic Education students at Robeson Community College give back to the community
Robeson Community College’s Adult Basic Education students have embraced the concept of “giving is living” this holiday season. The class has chosen to become a blessing to those in need by giving back to the community. In line with this, they adopted three needy families for Thanksgiving and collected canned goods, turkeys, hams, and all the trimmings. This act of giving has not only provided assistance to those in need but has also instilled a sense of pride and accomplishment in the students.
Discovering the true meaning of the holidays
As the students visited each family to deliver their carefully bundled care packages, they experienced firsthand the true meaning of the holidays. This act of kindness has made them realize that it is more of a blessing to give than to receive. Inspired by this experience, the students have decided to continue being a blessing to others by undertaking similar projects in the future.
Spreading warmth and love to newborns in need
Building on the success of their Thanksgiving project, the students are now gathering blankets for the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in Lumberton. The NICU provides specialized care for newborns who require a higher level of medical attention before they can go home. This cause holds a special place in the heart of Pat McMillian, the program instructor. Despite their limited financial resources, the students are determined to make a difference by blessing the babies with blankets during Christmas.
A living example of cheerful giving
The students’ acts of kindness and generosity truly embody the spirit of giving. They have demonstrated that even with limited means, it is possible to make a significant impact and bring joy to others. Their selflessness serves as an inspiration to all, reminding us of the importance of giving back to our communities.
Contact Information
For media inquiries, please contact Cheryl Hemric, Public Information Officer, at 910-272-3241 or chemric@robeson.edu.
Cheryl Hemric is the public information officer at Robeson Community College. Reach her by email at chemric@robeson.edu.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 1: No Poverty | 1.3: Implement nationally appropriate social protection systems and measures for all, including floors, and by 2030 achieve substantial coverage of the poor and the vulnerable | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | 2.1: By 2030, end hunger and ensure access by all people, in particular, the poor and people in vulnerable situations, including infants, to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food all year round | Canned goods, turkeys, hams, and trimmings collected for needy families |
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | 3.2: By 2030, end preventable deaths of newborns and children under 5 years of age, with all countries aiming to reduce neonatal mortality to at least as low as 12 per 1,000 live births and under-5 mortality to at least as low as 25 per 1,000 live births | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.1: By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes | Adult Basic Education students at Robeson Community College |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.1: By 2030, progressively achieve and sustain income growth of the bottom 40 percent of the population at a rate higher than the national average | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
| SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals | 17.17: Encourage and promote effective public, public-private, and civil society partnerships, building on the experience and resourcing strategies of partnerships | Collaboration between Robeson Community College and the community |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 1: No Poverty
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 1.3: Implement nationally appropriate social protection systems and measures for all, including floors, and by 2030 achieve substantial coverage of the poor and the vulnerable
- Target 2.1: By 2030, end hunger and ensure access by all people, in particular, the poor and people in vulnerable situations, including infants, to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food all year round
- Target 3.2: By 2030, end preventable deaths of newborns and children under 5 years of age, with all countries aiming to reduce neonatal mortality to at least as low as 12 per 1,000 live births and under-5 mortality to at least as low as 25 per 1,000 live births
- Target 4.1: By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes
- Target 10.1: By 2030, progressively achieve and sustain income growth of the bottom 40 percent of the population at a rate higher than the national average
- Target 17.17: Encourage and promote effective public, public-private, and civil society partnerships, building on the experience and resourcing strategies of partnerships
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- No specific indicators mentioned in the article for Target 1.3, Target 3.2, Target 10.1
- Indicator for Target 2.1: Collection of canned goods, turkeys, hams, and trimmings for needy families
- Indicator for Target 4.1: Adult Basic Education students at Robeson Community College
- Indicator for Target 17.17: Collaboration between Robeson Community College and the community
Source: robesonian.com
