Community colleges are certainly one of America's best-kept secrets.

Community colleges are certainly one of America's best-kept secrets.

Because of the flexibility that community colleges afford, many students do not have to choose between an education and fulfilling other responsibilities - they can do both.

One of the things that make community colleges so special is they do not pick and choose their students - they work with all students.

I've seen with my own students, community colleges offer an affordable route to four-year college degrees and good paying jobs.

Women who earn a certificate or degree from a community college, especially in STEM-related field, will be ready to move into a good-paying job in the growing global economy. Community colleges also offer mentorship and support that goes far beyond the classroom.

Many of my students don't know that I'm second lady of the United States... because, you know, it's a community college.