Performance Learning Center students Andrew Kramer, 16, left, Miguel Perry, 18, and Verlona Pulliam, 18, talk with country singer Jimmy Wayne on Monday. Wayne, who grew up in a foster home, became an award-winning singer/songwriter and New York Times best-selling author. Wayne inspired students Monday with his songs and stories about his road to success.
T. Ortega Gaines
ogaines@charlotteobserver.com
