Worcester YouthBuild student Cynthia Rodriguez was among those receiving awards at the 17th annual Worcester Area Teen Pregnancy and Parenting Network Recognition Event on April 29. A mother of three, she had been a participant in the Young Parents Program.

YouthBuild Instructor Kate Stromberg accompanied Cynthia and presented her award. Cynthia's mother and two daughters also attended the event.

"Cynthia was a predestined success story," said Kate. "All she needed was a little nudge in the right direction and a small boost in confidence in herself. Cynthia has an iron will forged from life experience and an indomitable spirit. Not only has she set the bar high for herself, but she has the tools necessary to exceed these goals."

In addition to her work in the classroom, at the worksite and at YouthBuild events, Cynthia also represented the YouthBuild program during recent local radio and TV appearances.

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