New Tenn. grant will help adults go to college
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JACKSON, Tenn. — Going from the work force back to school isn’t as hard as you might think, especially with the help of a unique Tennessee grant. Tennessee Reconnect is Gov. Bill Haslam’s plan to help adults take another step in the workplace or finally finish a long-sought-after degree. Starting this fall, the grant will give eligible adults a tuition-free chance to earn a diploma at any Tennessee College of Applied Technology, such as the one in north Jackson. “What we do here is training people for jobs that are in demand in our area, so jobs like welding, industrial maintenance, those type jobs are available in this area and there is a high demand for them.” said Amanda Bevis, TCAT Jackson student services coordinator. A recent study found 71 percent of Tennessee adults believe earning an extra degree would make them a better role model for their family.
