If Words Were Dollars
While learning English, a Nepalese student discovers that his vocabulary and his personal fortunes expand simultaneously.
Growing Success: A GED Leads to College
After dropping out of school, one student attains small business and college success thanks to skills gained in GED program.
Unspoken Courage
English as a Second Language classes are crucial to women now emigrating in historic numbers seeking employment and community connections.
Baby Steps: Tracing One Educator’s Path to Her Dream Job
With help from an education-centered nonprofit, an early childhood educator embarks on a quest to achieve her lifelong career goal.
The Daisy Chain of Events
One transgender student confronts her challenges and finds success as she returns school to obtain her GED.
The Dinner Invitation: Meliana Bory Works with Destiny
For the second time in her life, Meliana Bory received an invitation to radically shift her life. Her English-as-Second Language (ESL) teachers at the Durango Adult Education Center suggested she enroll in a newly created language class. Meliana Bory, [...]
Lakpa’s Lucky Day
A Nepalese man flees to the U.S., learns English at our Center, improves his employment options, and earns his U.S. Citizenship.
When Grace Orders
A student with social anxiety and failed classes, attends our GED classes and finds relief in a welcoming environment that suits her needs.
A Fuller Map
Career advisor, Mary Fuller, helps students reach vocational goals, complete college applications, and attain living-wage careers
Loud and Clear: How Michael Heard His Future Calling
A sensory processing disorder prevented a young man from completing his education, until he found our GED classes who accommodated his needs.