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June - John H.
“With the GED, I can go to college and have a career.”
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May - Paul V.
“After leaving a very negative high school environment, achieving the GED on my own was life-changing. Now I’m the co-founder of a non-profit that helps others get their GED credential.”
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April - Michelle A.
“As a young mom, I had to quit high school to work and provide for my child. Getting my GED meant long days, but I’m glad I pulled through and can now pursue my career dreams.”
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March - Bailey G.
“As a teenager, I lost both of my parents and took on caring for my younger siblings. My own education and future seemed out of reach until I found the GED.”
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Shantelle
“I questioned whether or not I was smart enough to complete the GED program and whether I could persevere through it.”
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Luiz
“The challenge I faced while getting my GED was the language. I didn't speak English and had to learn and am still learning.”
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Alondra
“People who didn't believe in me is what motivated me. I wanted to prove to them that I could do it and that I could do more.”
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Eduardo
“When I passed my GED test it was just an amazing feeling. I knew I had accomplished something I put so much work toward.”
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Ashley
“I realized without an education I would not get a better job so I had to take those next steps toward getting an education.”
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Marquita
“The biggest motivation had to be my kids. I wanted something better for them. Having dead-end jobs was just not enough.”
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Ellie
“I just remember my grandma always saying how important education was, so I decided to get my GED.”
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Trinh
“My biggest motivation was my family because they worked so hard to give me a better life.”