Students credit Lincoln Park Education Center with flexibility that let them work, enroll in college classes and catch up

A student who works at Publix told the district that Lincoln Park’s flexible schedule allowed them to balance shifts and schoolwork. "I'm graduating this year," the student said, adding they had caught up on classes and found the environment "super flexible."

Another student who enrolled as a junior credited a counselor with simplifying dual‑enrollment logistics and said school staff were consistently available: "Whenever I needed assistance, there was always somebody I was able to reach out to, whether it was my counselor, the principal, or just 1 of the office ladies." Other students described one‑on‑one teacher support and peer encouragement that they say improved their focus on success.

Students also described how the program opened doors to career training: one said they plan to enroll at Lake Technical College for pharmacy technician training next semester and expects to finish with a job in that field by the end of the school year.