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She Didn’t Think She’d Make It—Now a Tassel Hangs from Her Mirror
Elizabeth is a graduate of the Grad Solutions high school diploma program, class of 2022. On graduation day, she shared her story of the journey to graduation, and how she never thought she’d make it this far…
Leaving It All Behind for Educational Opportunities and a Chance to Thrive
For many Americans who have had access to public education all their lives, it may be surprising to know that not all countries offer free primary education. Here we share about one student who left her home country in pursuit of the educational opportunities in the US.
Student Story: Persevering Against Childhood Adversity
Since childhood, Suzanne has been on a difficult journey suffering through multiple adverse childhood events. In spite of the adversity she’s faced, she’s on a path to healing and grows stronger every day. She was kind enough to open up and share her story with us.
How a Business Need Sparked the Idea for a Student’s New Venture
Cassandra is a Grad Solutions high school student who also runs her own photobooth business. As a young adult, she’s thriving as a student and a businesswoman. Here’s her story
Finding A Place to Belong When You Don’t Feel Like You Fit In
In comics, there are stories about a group of teens who don’t seem to fit in anywhere but have special abilities. The comic book stories are not so different from reality, where many young people struggle to belong. In this article, we’ll share the story of a GS student found a place to belong.
Getting Back to School After the Loss of a Parent
The loss of a parent is one of the most devastating forms of a loss a young person can experience. That is the story of GS student Bella. In this article, we share how she pushed through a profound sense of loss to go back to school and succeed!
A Refugee Story and 2022 Sets a Mournful Record
Since January of this year, the refugee population has exploded. Today, the UNHCR reports there are 26.6 million refugees in the world—the highest ever seen. In total, an estimated 81.9 million people have had to leave their homes. Half of them are children. For this reason, World Refugee Day on June 20th is an especially important event.
When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned, But Ends up Better Than You Thought
From witnessing her now, you wouldn’t guess it was a long journey to the place she is today. Carlie is a Grad Solutions student who started out in Ohio and ended up in Arizona. She has lasting memories of her experiences and scars that will most likely never go away.
When High School is No Longer Challenging: Renew Your Motivation
After attending a charter school where she not being challenged, Heaven decided to look for other options. She searched online enrolled at Grad Solutions. Heaven has had a fresh start at Grad Solutions and making a positive impact on those around!
The Woman with the Empty Stroller: How One Student Started Fresh
Sometimes we can feel defeated by life. These low points can help us realize that a change is needed. In this article, we learn about the amazing transformation of one of our students, who found herself in such a place, and how she is turning her life around with motivation and determination!
A School That Feels Like Family
Jacob stopped going to school his senior year of high school. Listen in as he describes how he found a school that felt like family at Grad Solutions.
How Online School Allowed a Student to Go at His Own Pace and Get Back His Motivation
Grad Solutions graduate Jacob shares an argumentative essay that he wrote talking about his experience with online learning.
Earning Your High School Diploma Online
I started earning my high school diploma online with Grad Solutions when I was 19 years old, and I only had a few credits left. I’ll be the first to admit—I wanted to blow through the courses and just be done. When it required some elbow grease, I procrastinated. Due to my lack of discipline and motivation, it took me a lot longer to graduate than it needed to.
Words Of Inspiration From Ahjanay
Grad Solutions graduate Ahjanay Green shares his journey to his high school diploma and advice to all students who find themselves on a similar path.
Determined To Finish
Grad Solutions graduate Julie Cochran shares her story of fulfilling her promise to her dad that she would graduate with her high school diploma.