Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College recognized seven area dual credit students who earned associate degrees while still in high school this year.

They are Nelaya Abebrese, Franklin-Simpson High School, science; Joseph “Trace” Gearlds, Monroe County High School, science; Benjamin Richardson, homeschool, science; Josie Ford, Monroe County High School, arts; Katie Copas, Monroe County High School, arts; Jaxon Kenner, Logan County High School, arts, business transfer track; Shannon Barrow, homeschool, applied science, business administration.

The students completed 60 credit hours and plan to pursue four-year college degrees in programs such as nursing and business or enter the workforce.