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Innovations in preparation called for to help GED test-takers
Editorial in The New York Times recognizes MetLife grant for helping pilot new strategies.

Barbershop owner helps others earn GED credential
Delaware man proves word of mouth recommendations make a difference.

Adult ed restructuring brings encouraging results
Kentucky program cautiously optimistic about increasing GED graduation rates.

Three brothers earn GED credentials, look to military and college
Tennessee boys were home-schooled but needed credentials to move forward.

Pregnancy motivates woman to get her diploma, start college
Nebraska mom plans to start classes at community college in January.

Changes ahead for GED program in Georgia, nationally
The Atlanta-Journal Constitution explores computer-based testing in the GED testing program.

80-year old GED grad plans to attend college
Arkansas woman was inspiration to classmates and teachers. 

GED graduate encourages others to visit library for prep programs (video)
Video message from Multnomah County Library shares Rudy Ubaldo's success story.
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With no government regulations, online high schools can be costly
Florida Center for Investigative Reporting warns the GED Test not available online.

NYC to play major role in GED testing program
ACE President Broad says region holds great potential.

US education chief touts GED pilot program in NYC
Associated Press highlights event featuring ACE President Broad and Secretary Duncan.

GEDTS NEWS RELEASE: GED Testing Service Receives $3 Million Grant From MetLife Foundation
Grant to fund pilot accelerated learning program for national GED Test preparation.

Census data: 27 percent lack GED or high school diploma
Arizona county explores impact of education on community.

Read the fine print of online programs
Wisconsin woman learns that legitimate GED credentials not available online.

Celebrate 25 years of helping homeless youth
Covenant House in Florida needs help to continue role as safe haven.

Improving lives through literacy
West Virginia program highlighted for individual support it offers students.

Business group opens GED preparation center
N.C. association says courses will help raise education levels of area residents.

Facts about Wendy's founder, Dave Thomas
Thomas earned GED credential in 1993 and founded adult education center.

GED Express program expanding life's options
Georgia program offers quick completion option for those who completed 11th grade.

New literacy center helps adults and kids
Parents study for GED Test and tell kids, "It's ok to enjoy school."

Christian Slater supports the "Get Schooled" project
Actor says his children encouraged him to earn his GED credential 10 years ago.

Hard work pays off for Outstanding Student of the Year
Five years on math test couldn't hold back this Florida woman.

Home schooler one of top GED Test scorers in 2009
Guam woman hopes to complete nursing studies at Guam Community College.

GED grad honored with Outstanding Achievement Award 
Georgia mother of two is pursuing a degree in business administration.

College prep inspires young minds
Massachusetts drop out learned early that education was key to being competitive.

Man earns GED credential, puts jail time behind him
Tennessee graduate now studying industrial maintenance.

New GED graduates defy obstacles
Montana adult literacy program graduates 30 adults.

Military's only GED testing program gets new building
Soldier honored in Arkansas at naming ceremony

Former dropouts get back on track
"Get on Track" program in Ohio helps one man pursue degree in IT.

Remedial classes cost taxpayers $2 million a year
Ohio adult ed program focuses on postsecondary attainment.

Former teachers sets up GED Test fee scholarship
Georgia's Glendora P. Ryce remembered for always wanting to help others.

Scholarship program helps adults with fresh start
Iowa graduates go into accounting, physical therapy, engineering.

Increased interest in GED classes
Illinois superintendent reaches out to dropouts 18 and older for GED program.

National Guard program graduated 8,000
GED Plus Program uses innovative teaching, military discipline and caring educators to do it.

Program combines GED prep with career training
Louisiana adults prepare for future with help of GATES program.

52 years later, man receives diploma
Video shows how Oregonian benefited from new state law for veterans.

Exceeding professor's expectations
Georgia student earned GED diploma and decided to further education in college.

Woman gains more than skills from nursing program
Adult Education Center in Oklahoma helped woman earn her GED credential.

National Guard dedicates new GED Plus building
State-of-the-art facility in Arkansas will be dedicated to fallen soldier.

Woman in second year of community college
Virginia adult education program offers second chance to aspiring nurse.

Woman honored for changing her life
Washington GED graduate recognized for determination, courage and professionalism.

Class funding restored for 6 months
Workforce Investment Board in La. supports program with record of success.

Education Week reports on new GEDTS study
Crossing the Bridge suggests pathway to college for dropouts.

Everybody needs a little help
Georgia man volunteers to help better educate community.

GEDTS NEWS RELEASE:
National Video Library of GED® Graduate Success Stories Launched to Help Test-takers Overcome Fear of Testing
Launch and contest to coincide with National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week

A GED in Alaska: How far will it take you?
Three part series looks into outcomes for 3 grads in Alaska.

Medical training program in CA offers GED help
"When you go the extra mile, it makes a world of difference."

Adult education well worth time, money
Nebraska opinion article notes the 93 million Americans adults with low literacy levels.

Governor declares GED Pride Day
Arkansas celebrates Adult Education & Family Literacy Week.

Adult education programs pave path to learning and success
Georgia woman earned GED credential and learned to give 100 percent at work.

GED program opens doors to better-paying job
Alaska man says, "It helped me get work right now."

GEDTS NEWS RELEASE:
Groundbreaking Research from GED(r) Testing Service Answers Outcomes Question for GED Grads
Report released during National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week.

Dropouts of all ages lured by second try for diploma
MN program to attract dropouts brings in their 20-something siblings and parents.

Adult ed center prepares dislocated workers for future
S.C. program includes GED preparation and work skills development.

GED grad earns full college scholarship
Family motivated winner to pursue higher education in Massachusetts.

Jobs Corp program receives full support in Puerto Rico
Resident Commissioner Pierluisi says, "I am so pleased with the success of this program."

Seven graduate in the first class of the Hal P. Marston GED program
Orlando grads benefit from program created by police, community following tragedy.

Alabama educating the undereducated
Community colleges play important role as state increases numbers in adult ed programs.

Florida residents pull together to reward GED graduates
GED Incentive Fund established to encourage dropouts to obtain an equivalency diploma.

Adults need education access
Literacy director in LA contributes op-ed highlighting success of adult ed programs.

Tax credits for employees who earn GED credential
Texas gubernatorial hopefuls discuss education policies.

Scholarships for higher education rekindling dreams
Texas scholarship program awards GED graduates who pursue higher education.

Mission accomplished as adults gain GED [credential]s
55 Bermudians expand their horizons through education.

Slate Belt GED program could see cuts
PA program graduates record number this year but budget cuts could drastically reduce service.

High school dropout vaults from GED to CEO
Path: disadvantaged background, military service, GED credential plus advanced education, consulting firm.

GED graduates find new direction at San Jacinto College
SJC - Harris County (TX) partnership results in college acceptance letters for 72 new grads.

SGTC recognizes Vicks for highest overall score on GED exam
Georgia's honoree plans to go to culinary school, open own restaurant. 

Program to rescue dropouts a keeper
Amnesty Day in Maine encourages 9 to sign up for GED prep.

GED recipients and ESL learners honored at St. Charles CC
Missouri group accomplishes first step toward better jobs, education, life.

GED Program Graduation Needs Caps, Gowns
Free program in Tennessee has tripled its amount of graduates since last year.

Second Chance Diploma
GED grad in Wisconsin is already teaching others to read, wants to be college instructor.

From high school dropout to Fortune 100 employee
Connecticut man realizes GED credential is only the start to a better life. 

Ceremony honors adult education graduates
Arkansas woman started U of Phoenix online classes two weeks after earning GED credential.

Being the dad he never had
CA man's son provides inspiration to earn GED credential, plan for college.

39 graduates honored for earning GED diploma
Certificates of merit also presented to Mass. grads for high score, attendance, community and civic participation.

Despite delayed classes, GED grads stuck with it
28-year old from PA honored for her "outstanding dedication" to her GED Test studies.

GED grads prove it's 'never too late'
Texas adults tell touching stories of perseverance and success.

GED Graduate Gives Back in a Big Way
In GA, 17-year-old becomes youngest volunteer tutor for program that helped him.

With honors
57-year-old NC man has highest test score in class of 189 plus earns HVAC certification.

Erie-area adults to receive GED certificates Monday
Credential boosts single mom's self-esteem: "I don't let anyone tell me I can't do something anymore."

Bozeman [MT] GED graduation celebrates students who seized a second chance
"Now I can look to future things, like college" says grad who wants to become a veterinarian.

299 GED grads in Massachusetts told, "You have arrived"
Patricia Allen shared inspiring story of earning GED credential and a master's degree from Harvard.

Great-grandmother takes GED credential to photography class
Woman among many celebrating educational achievements in Abilene, Texas.

Fulfilling dreams—TVCC GED ceremony celebrates graduates' hard work
OR graduates plan to continue their educations.

Victory of a GED [credential] hard-won
TX man, driven by daughter's birth, completes testing after 8 years.

GED grads experience success, see chance for better life
Recent GED graduates see credential as just the first step toward better futures.

Hard work finally pays off with GED diploma
North Carolina man fulfills promise to his mother of passing the GED Test.

Florence-Darlington Tech, Poynor team up for Adult Ed/GED students
SC program helps GED grads transition to college.

GED credential means something different for everyone
One Nebraska graduate plans to attend college and become an electrician.

New law scraps waiting period for GED testing
Maryland hopes more dropouts will take the test as a result.

GED recipients honored with their own graduation
Proud OH graduates plan for continuing education and bright futures.

PHA GED program at risk
Lack of state funding in Illinois may force school district to cut adult literacy classes.

GED credential caps long history
Cochise College [AZ] dips into coffers in temporary bid to save adult ed.

Lives transformed in Ohio through education
GED credential is a common thread among very different stories.

MDRC Overview: GED credential earners included in positive results from Youth ChalleNGe evaluation
Interim results show about 61% of group earned high school diploma or GED credential.

High school drop-out (TN) gets GED [credential] after 23 years
"It's unbelievable. It's like winning the lottery.  It's the best feeling in the world."

Texas GED grads an inspiration to others
Two receive scholarships, chance to continue education.

Montana residents tell story of success after GED Test
"It's as much a celebration of accomplishment as it is of education."

Man earns degree in industrial tech at age 76
Maine resident earned GED credential and continued his education at USM.

GED grads gifted with knowledge
Colorado celebrates 51 who know "learning adds quality to life."

Adult graduates overcome obstacles for education
Louisiana program congratulates 73 on earning GED credential.

First father and son to earn GED credentials together
Texas father urges others to not quit, "Get your diploma while you're there."

Adult educators laud life-changing success
Up against budget cuts, Pennsylvania program highlights GED test-takers.

GED grad turned designer impresses others with his drive
Texas resident has college degree and teaches others at community college.

Prince Edwards Island (Canada) sees 24 percent increase in testing
Promotional efforts and need for official certifications have increased GED testing in the province.

Texas woman opens up wedding planning business
Video shows GED testing success story that helped one woman's career.

Award Winner: "My Success Began with Failure"
GED graduate in NC wins Randolph Community College Excellence Award.

Middle College provided hope
VA woman's GED credential restores confidence and puts her on path toward nursing career.

Laredo Student Accomplishes her Dream
3 years after arriving in TX and not speaking any English, woman is honor speaker at GED graduation.

Adult learner wins national award
WY woman is named Commission on Adult Basic Education's 2010 Adult Learner of the Year.

GED graduates turn attention to college, successful careers
For these AL graduates "the diploma represents a key factor previously missing from their lives: success."

JEMC Foundation awards $10,000 grant to Gainesville/Hall County Alliance for Literacy
Grant intended to aid adult education students earn GED credentials.

Cost of a diploma is not just money
NC story is a powerful reminder about the issue of fraudulent GED credentials.

Earning her GED [credential], planning for college and building a better life for her daughter
Athens County Job & Family Services (OH) blog highlights a success story in progress.

Adult Education Students Build Homes for Community
'YouthBuild' offers students second chance at education, job skills.

'40 Nights in Lincoln' photo project captures poverty in city
GED credential is part of the path out of poverty for several people highlighted in Nebraska.

Shaw celebrates employees who have earned GED [credential]
GA company recognizes more than 60 new GED program graduates.

GED [testing] hardly culprit in dropout rates
Opinion letter from MA program manager refutes statements made by a previous submission.
(Original letter here)

Union County College launching 'Encore Careers' initiative for adults 50 and older
New Jersey program offers adults second chance at career selection.

LaGuardia Community College wins MetLife Foundation grant to implement new GED prep program
Curricula will focus on GED prep within the context of college and career readiness.

Award-winning RCC student finds hard work pays off
North Carolina GED grad earns 4.0, is inducted into Phi Theta Kappa and Sigma Kappa Delta honor societies.

National Guard Professional Education Center offers new opportunities
$18 million facility prepares dropouts for GED Test, enlists them in National Guard.

Nappanee GED grads ready for the next level
More than 80 in Indiana "made the decision to turn trials into triumph."

Important lessons—Adult learning program has changed some lives
Montana program includes success stories of GED graduates.

A powerful story from a young woman who 'broke the cycle'
GA woman earns GED credential, 2-year degree and finally bachelor's degree.

Group to ask about saving the education of adults here
Advocates travel from Nogales to Phoenix to speak out against budget cuts that threaten GED testing.

Emmy Award winner will finally collect his GED credential
NJ Saxophonist Hunter Hayes will be honored as an inspirational graduate.

Manassas Park GED graduate helps others earn credential
Rod Caulkins does his part to help prospective GED Test-takers.
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Christian Slater goes back to school and earns GED credential (video)
Actor talks about being an example to his children and helping foundation work to address dropout situation.

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