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2012 GED Tests Series
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for Policy Makers
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Washington Post on "Safeguarding
the Standards for GED Testing"
(Published Feb. 13, 2009)
Letter
to the Wall Street Journal on "The High School Dropout's
Economic Ripple Effect"
(Oct. 21, 2008)
Headlines: 2009
Grads urged to view GED credential as 'stepping
stone'
Coahoma Community College in Mississippi awarded free tuition for one
semester to each graduate.
Couple makes kids proud with diplomas
Virginia pair earned GED credentials and are now enrolled in community
college.
Student's attitude helps him win tough battles
Mississippi man will switch from working 2 jobs to being a college
student after earning GED credential and winning scholarship.
West Virginia's State GED Administrator warns against
fraudulent testing programs
The public should know that the GED Test is not offered online.
Pain kept teen from high school, but not high
goals
Colorado woman became a certified nursing assistant after earning GED
credential.
After wrong turns, graduates hope GED [credential] spurs
right moves
Members of Georgia's Literacy Action, Inc. share their journeys that led
them to the GED testing program.
Master's degree holder speaks to GED graduates about her
path
After earning GED credential, Virginia woman continued her education and
encouraged others to do the same.
Framingham GED graduates 'open a door'
Persistence paid off for these graduates from Massachusetts.
College in Alaska sees record number of GED
graduates
Ilisagvik College plans to offer two-week GED prep camp this summer.
Students Honored at Celebration of Achievement
GED graduates in Pennsylvania credit program with helping them qualify
for jobs.
Mom of two earns GED credential
Colorado woman aspires to return to college and become a sheriff or
corrections officer.
First Lady calls on all people to work to improve
communities
Michelle Obama says, "a kid from Harvard and a kid with a GED are both
full of promise."
Forty-five students received their GED credentials at
ceremony in Hawaii
Special awards were presented to honor students' persistence,
determination, and exemplary performance on the GED Tests.
West Virginia educator wins lifetime achievement
award
With more than 40 years of service, woman recognized for her involvement
and commitment to GED students.
Record number of GED graduates in Washington
Keynote speaker encouraged graduates to set goals and be creative in
achieving them.
Finally crossing the finish line in Kentucky
GED graduate says, "When you help me, you don't just help me. You help
my wife...grandkids."
GED graduate in Oregon now studying U.S. History at
community college
28-year-old would set out on his bike at 7 a.m. to attend GED
preparation classes.
GED recipients in Cape Cod (MA) never gave up
One graduate plans on taking college courses this fall to become a
teacher.
'It's never too late' for GED graduates in
Georgia
Athens Tech President urged graduates to continue the education they had
kick-started.
East Tennessee Public Television Awarded for GED
Literacy Program
The program helps people prepare for the GED Tests through 39 30-minute
shows.
Daughter keeps promise to mother, earns GED
credential
Tennessee woman wants to become a medical assistant and has been
accepted to the Technology Center in Knoxville.
Two GED credential recipients qualify for Honor
Society
An instructor at the Ohio program reminded graduates that "learning is a
lifelong journey."
Achieving the American Dream
Mexican native worked through ESL and GED classes, earned credential and
acceptance into college.
Refugee in Abilene who survived genocide earns her GED
[credential]
Woman finds new home in Texas, is named 2008 Student of the Year, earns
GED credential in 2009.
Proudest grads are those getting their GED
[credentials]
Guest columnist in Texas affirms importance of GED program
after attending graduation ceremony.
[NC] GED program gets high marks
Richmond Community College program's staff includes GED graduate
currently pursuing her Master's.
For 322 Mansfielders about to get GED credentials, turns
out education is key
The adult education program in Ohio has been rated as exemplary by the
state.
Fulfilling dreams in Oklahoma
More than 50 brave students proudly received their GED certificates.
GED diplomas go out to 300 in Missouri
Administrators say diplomas earned today can mean better jobs, more
money and even health care benefits for students.
Hats off to GED Class of 2009 in New Hampshire
Program in York, N.H. encourages students to think about
goal-setting.
Older grads receive elusive degrees
Three Pennsylvania women share their success stories.
Grads get new start with GED [credentials]
Springfield, MO area grads plan to continue education in fields like
early childhood education and firefighting.
Earning GED credential is a family affair
Mother, daughter and son in Virginia all earn GED credentials.
Guatemalan native soaks up educational
opportunity
Granted political asylum in the U.S., man has earned GED credential,
Bachelors degree and is now pursuing his MBA.
Dedicated graduate earns GED credential and plans
more
Missouri woman plans to start classes in the fall to earn her
Associates degree.
Mother who missed out on NYU scholarship finally earns
high school diploma
"Most people might not think that getting a GED is a big deal, but to
me, it's everything," she said.
Pima
Community College welcomes nearly 300 to the GED family
Test's popularity grows in Arizona as more seek key to better jobs.
Special graduation ceremony for students in
Mississippi
Over the past year, nearly 400 people have passed the GED Tests.
[Southwestern Illinois College's] GED graduation is
dream fulfilled for two students
Both were featured speakers at ceremony and both are pursuing Associates
Degrees.
Indiana's top adult learner honored on local
billboards
GED graduate named state's Outstanding Adult Learner
Middletown's Adult Education service ranked among best
40 in Ohio
Adult education program encourages students to see the education and
future beyond the GED credential.
Adult education graduates in Maine celebrate new
chapters
From age 19 to 26, these graduates' plans include training in culinary
arts and nursing assistant programs.
Ohio's Consumer 10 Report: Diploma mills prey on unaware
consumers
Federal Trade Commission explains the telltale marketing pitches of
diploma mills.
Rio
Salado (AZ) graduate earns diploma, builds confidence
GED graduate is proud parent of two sons who graduated high school with
honors.
At age 27, a new hunger for learning
GED graduate and Iraqi war veteran from New York enters Binghamton
University to study anthropology.
Her
story is worth reading - Literacy no longer a problem for AdultEd
grad
CT woman started at 3rd grade reading level, earned GED credential and
is continuing her education.
More
than 200 graduate from GED program
Speaker at Fayetteville, AR ceremony congratulates graduates on
their courage in returning to school.
For MCC grad Lehouillier, it's never too late to
learn
Massachusetts woman to attend Wellesley College 25 years after dropping
out of high school.
Graduation celebrations: Extraordinary future awaits GED
students
Colorado ceremony honors group which includes student who scored perfect
800 on Mathematics.
Rep. Cathy Muñoz speaks at GED graduation in
Alaska
Congresswoman encourages adults to "work hard, be mindful of your
opportunities."
Amarillo College graduate reaches new milestone
Texas man is first to earn a GED credential from the college and then go
on to complete a college-level program.
GED graduate receives Outstanding Adult Student
Award
Pennsylvania mother is training to be a certified nursing assistant.
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Issues $4.8 Million
in Grants
A portion of the grant to support adult basic education, GED
preparation.
GED grads 'united by sense of worth' in Colorado
More than 70 adults walk in ceremony and receive their
diplomas.
From GED credential to a career certificate in medical
assisting and now home ownership
Georgia woman says she is proud that she "followed through and didn't
quit."
Project Reach celebrates up to 32 new graduates
Louisiana program supports young adults through GED preparation and
introduces them to career fields
Mother from Mississippi celebrates her GED graduation,
new position at work
"You have so much of an opportunity out there (with your GED), it's
worth it for you."
Blind from birth, Louisiana woman beat the odds, earned
her GED credential and continues education
Poised to receive her administrative assistant certificate this week,
she hopes to one day receive her Microsoft Office certification.
More than 200 students received their GED
diplomas
Laredo Community College in Texas celebrated the graduates, some of whom
also received scholarships to continue their education.
Watch the Video
Indiana issues warning against online testing
Article specifically cites Belford High School as one of the fraudulent
online programs
Gretchen Wilson, GED credential recipient, testifies
before US Congress
Country music star tells her personal story as she lobbies for adult
education funding
GED credential recipient and combat vet helps others
transition to college
Maine man about to graduate from college has "emerged as a quiet
leader."
Woman earns GED [diploma], wants to pursue
nursing
Alabama graduate says "This has opened a lot of doors."
Alabama adult education program warns against online
scams
Director reminds the public, "First of all, there is no such thing as an
online GED test."
Learning for Life
Hair salon owner earns GED and is named as Kentucky's Adult Education
Student of the Year.
Two Canadian credential recipients win Council of the
Federation Literacy Awards
He improved his literacy by 8 grade levels in 2 years and she secured a
job in her dream field.
GED Student Earns National Award
West Virginia resident plans to attend Fairmont State University after
passing the GED Tests.
"My self-esteem has gone way up"
GED graduate talks about Arkansas River Valley program that offers
classes and training at no cost.
Steck-Vaughn Announces Keys to GED® Success
Program
New test preparation materials offer unique research-based approach
to subject skills development.
Formerly homeless man earns GED credential and looks
toward college
Young man in North Carolina graduates from transitional housing program
and plans to pursue a degree in computers.
Students Use GED [credential] as Ticket to
College
More students are going straight to Kansas City Kansas Community College
after earning their credential.
GED credential helps new Indiana mom
"I know I wouldn't have my job if I didn't have my GED [credential]"
says young woman.
High school dropout earns GED [credential], becomes role
model
Californian is now employed and attending Oxnard College with long-term
goal of becoming an attorney.
North Dakota man awarded first GED Career Pathway
Scholarship
GED recipient to pursue pharmacy technician program at Western
Dakota Technical Institute.
Farmington Man Honored as First Blind GED Graduate in
NH
48 year old enjoys sense of accomplishment and explores new career
training opportunities.
NY State Attorney General secures jail time, resitution
for man selling fake GED credentials
Long Island man sentenced to serve 3 months in jail, to pay $5,000 in
restitution and to perform 250 hours of community service.
Brockton [MA] YouthBuild Carpenter Earns National
Award
GED graduate works for program and wins one of six national
Distinguished Alumni Awards.
Program Helps Single Moms Earn GED [Credential]
Alabama program provides GED preparation plus childcare and reveals
"a world of possibility."
Student SOARs as first graduate of alternative GED
testing program
Mississippi student is first graduate of program and first in his family
to complete high school-level education.
Ex-high school dropout helps others get education
Illinois woman is a role model for students who face barriers to
education.
Literacy Network of Stanislaus County [CA] honors adult
learners
Two Modesto, CA residents are celebrated for their success after earning
GED credentials.
Bridging the Gap from GED [Credential] to Community
College Student
Vice president for academic affairs and student success contributes
op-ed piece to Diverse.
Massachusetts library tutors help pave the way to a new
life for adults
Adult Literacy Program highlights one of their many success stories
Congressman attends diploma presentation ceremony
US Congressman Joe Sestak (PA-07) speaks at a ceremony honoring 40 new
GED credential recipients.
Federal stimulus plan and its affect on adult
education
South Carolina GED Administrator David Stout discusses how allocated
dollars will impact GED programs in the state.
Wyoming graduate tells others "don't hesitate" to pursue
GED credential
An open letter to the community shares a success story and spotlights
adult education program.
New Jersey man worked through disability and will be GED
Class of 2008 valedictorian
Now enrolled in community college, he hopes to become radio
personality and encourage young people to stay in school.
Many work toward second chance at diploma, then attend
community college
GED testing program marks 50 years in New Jersey.
Fiesta Foods store director worked his way up
After earning his GED credential in Oregon, adult is now pursuing
bachelor's degree.
Learning to build houses for others is good
foundation
Atlanta, GA program helps adults prepare for GED Tests while learning
career skills.
NY State Attorney General Seeks Jail Time for Local Man
Who Continues to Defraud New Yorkers Through Fake GED [Credential]
Courses and Degrees
Attorney General Cuomo stated, "Any individual or business that takes
advantage of unsuspecting consumers and blatantly ignores court orders
will face the consequences."
Mississippi adult earned GED credential, now awarded
college scholarship
Second-year student receives WTOK and MCC Foundation Award
Scholarship
Graduates in Colorado look to the future after earning
GED credential
Youth case manager says twenty-five percent enroll in higher education
classes within a year.
Myth: Getting GED credential is easy way out
Oklahoma adult education center stresses "stick and stay" message for
young adults.
Ohio man perseveres and earns GED credential
After ten attempts, perseverance paid off for 79-year old man.
Watch CBS News Video here
For a High Scorer, No More Dropping Out
The New York Times profiles Bronx resident who struggles
financially but remains determined to earn a college degree.
Perseverance Pays Off
Alabama resident started in ESL classes and earned GED credential with
support of husband.
South Carolina program gives dropouts a second
chance
In addition to GED Tests preparation, agency provides resume-building
and work readiness skills.
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This page last updated on 07/01/2009
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