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Just recently I had the pleasure of asking Austin a series of interview questions concerning one of his classes. Austin chose to take General Physics rather than Biology 101. He is the only student in the Dual Enrollment Academy who took advantage of the Physics class offered at Mountain Empire. This class requires it's students to have already taken pre-calculus and to have a basic understanding of science.
The reason Austin chose to take this class is because he is required to have this class in order to pursue a career in engineering. When I asked Austin how he felt about being the only student from John I. Burton taking this course at Mountain Empire, he says, "Being able to branch off from my peers is helping me prepare for college after I graduate because then I really will be all alone!" Austin says this class is challenging but he still encourages students to take advantage of this incredible opportunity.
After interviewing Austin, I strongly encourage any student who meets the requirements to take advantage of this interesting class at MECC! Any student who wants to pursue a career in Engineering will need this class. Austin has been highly successful in taking this class independently and encourages upcoming students to branch away from their peers when deciding what courses to take in college. General Physics is on the same difficultly level as Biology 101; therefore, upcoming Academy students who prefer Physics over Biology should take this course! Any student who has questions regarding the Dual Enrollment Academy or the classes dealing with the program at Mountain Empire Community College can contact Mrs. Davis in the guidance department here at John I. Burton.