GED Graduates Honored for Accomplishments

June 25, 2009

More than 185 Project Learn students have earned GED diplomas since last June. On Tuesday, about 45 of them attended a graduation to honor their accomplishments.   One of the graduates, Samuel Potter, dropped out of high school 14 years ago. He once considered himself an “under-achiever” who was more interested in making money than […]

Project Learn To Recognize GED Graduates, Outstanding Students and Devoted Volunteers

June 16, 2009

Motivation, inspiration and dedication.   These three words describe the more than 165 GED students who received their GED diploma in the FY 2008-2009 program year.   “Our GED graduates are high on motivation and are an inspiration for other students who aspire to achieve the same goal,” said Executive Director Rick McIntosh.   For […]

Exemplary Rating, Exceptional Program

June 4, 2009

Students talk about how the agency’s “exemplary” rating relates to their experience at Project Learn.

Student Spotlight: Maurice Thomas

May 20, 2009

Last week Maurice Thomas, a 2006 GED graduate, stopped by to share his educational accomplishments. He received his associate’s degree in fire protection last year and will be graduating from the University of Akron in December with a bachelor’s degree in emergency management. Maurice, who currently works as a freelance videographer, plans on using his […]

Meet the Board

May 5, 2009

Project Learn has decided to add a new feature to this blog.  “Meet the Board” will be a weekly post that will feature a new Project Learn board member who will share why they decided to get involved with Project Learn and their thoughts on literacy and personal experiences with education. 1. What is your […]

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