ECC President Speaks to Graduates of Parenting Program

Dr. Greg McLeod, president of Edgecombe Community College, was the guest speaker at the 33rd Fatherhood Initiative Graduation Ceremony on November 20. The Fatherhood Initiative is a program of the Edgecombe County Department of Social Services. Shown with the graduates (wearing purple hats) are (from left) Lewis Clark, Fatherhood Initiative coordinator; Betty Battle, DSS director; Viola Harris, Edgecombe commissioner; and Dr. McLeod. “Believe in yourself,” he advised the graduates. “Lead from the heart and mind, be the best father you can be, and believe in the promise and potential of your children. Do this through your actions, words, and presence.”