What is Your GED^® Journey?

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I had it all. I had the intelligence to make it pretty far, I had great teachers, and I had the right group of friends who didn’t hinder my learning experience. One thing I didn’t have though, was motivation and a will to succeed. My goal is to alter that mindset so that I can make a worthwhile living and one day provide for my family.

I woke up every morning with school being the furthest thing from my mind. Though I was in honors and AP classes, I took nothing away from the classroom because I would be thinking about what I’d do when school ended. Rather than coming home and doing my homework, I would sit my backpack down and immediately move onto something that I considered much more worthwhile: playing video games. It wouldn’t be until the next morning when I would see my backpack again.

As the consequences of my actions began to mount up, I folded. Instead of fixing what I had broken, I gave up completely, dropping out of school with the promise to my parents that I would get my GED online soon thereafter. Five years later, I’m finally getting around to doing what I promised.

I had an epiphany of sorts. Sitting around and doing nothing won’t help anyone, me least of all. I made it my mission to fix my life, and getting my GED is the first big step to completing that mission. But I know that even if I pass my GED test, nothing much will come of it unless I decide to make it mean something. And that’s where my goal comes in, that’s where having the right mindset comes into play.

It’s a day to day struggle at times. Every now and then, my lack of motivation rears its ugly head, and I have to fight to remind myself of my goals.

As a way to remedy the problem, and work toward accomplishing my goal of a healthier state of mind and increased motivation toward my future, I’ve created a strict schedule for myself. I do house work, I exercise three times per day, I allow myself time to read my favorite books, and I study for my GED test. I follow that schedule to a T every single day, and it has led me finally taking my GED test, which I can confidently say that I will pass.

What my future holds for me is a higher education, a career that will provide a steady income, and a healthier relationship with my friends and family. And all of that will come as I continue to stay on the path to completing my goal, and maintaining my improved mindset.

For the first time in my life, I am truly motivated to make a future for myself. I’m truly motivated to right all of the wrongs I’ve made. And I’m truly motivated to stay motivated. And if I can do that, then there is no limit to what I can do with my life.

From the GED Academy: It’s great that you discovered what was holding you back! Many people truly have the intelligence to pass the GED, but they don’t have the drive. That can sometimes seem like a lack in intelligence when you can’t focus on your work, but you saw past that and realized that you needed to find what motivated you. Congratulations on getting back on track, and thank you for sharing your story with us! We’re certain you’ll pass, so be sure to come back and let us know what the future holds for you!

whenever I was studying for the exam. We all need a little bit of support for this.

I dropped out of high school when I was a junior in high school. my parents divorced when I was little. I was always moving back and forth, so it was hard for me to focus when what I was always thinking was to get used to new places all the time. The credits to graduate also vary from state to state. When I saw that I basically had the amount of credits that a freshman would have when I was preparing for senior year, I was very embarrassed. It discouraged me a lot. I was always the kid that will copy homework off of anyone. The one that was always behind.

For me to see that most of the stories about GEDs are from people that have overcome incredible situations, such as young pregnancy or any type of situation that would cause them to drop out school… Well, I always thought to myself, “what was my excuse?” Laziness? Lack of interest? All those types of reasons that are not an excuse to give up so easy. When I started to study for my GED, maybe two years ago, I had to face a very hard fact: I was in an abusive relationship with a person who was so controlling. Even opening a book to study would cause a problem. So I couldnt concentrate.

I know I went through so many tests in my life to realize how important it is to be able to better myself—to support myself—and not to wait for anybody to pull me out of any hard situation that im in. Just remember that it does NOT matter what have we all been through. What matters is to overcome hard situations and better ourselves from them. Keep going. keep studying. If I can pass this test, I’m sure you can.

Right now I’m focused on entering college and studying clinical psychology. There’s just such a great feeling of accomplishment that flows in me. I now know I can do anything!

What I needed more help with was definitely math. I felt like I always had excuses as to why I couldn’t understand or focus on things. However, at the end of the day, excuses really don’t matter. I learned that focusing on and loving myself can take me places.

From the GED Academy: Thanks so much for your inspirational story! It’s great that you were inspired by others, and shared your story with us as well! Good luck with the future! We know you’ll succeed!

making 8.50. Ugh, I’m sick of this! I need a GED.

From the GED Academy: Good luck, the rising in medical field is a great goal to have! We know you can do it!

finally get my GED. He knows that I want to be an LPN, and that I can’t make my dream come true unless I do something about it. I hope that I can get into a college where I can pick and choose what I study, so I never get too bored with one thing.

From the GED Academy: That’s great that you have a clear goal. An LPN is a wonderful profession, and there’s a lot of great college courses out there for it! It’s also good that you’re interested in learning about other things once you get to college. Adult learning is about picking the things that interest you, not just following a predefined path like in high school. Always study what you find fascinating, and you’ll be astonished at how much fun it can be! Good luck!

GED is my secret. No one knows about it. Thanks to God, I’ve been able to have good jobs, however I know for a fact that I need to stop procrastinating and get my GED. I have potential, but as time passes I am starting to see myself in a negative way. My brain is not the same as it used to be. I am so forgetful lately, and I’m ashamed of who I’ve become. I want some peace of mind, and to be able to help humanity. It’s time to reposition myself for a better future.

I dropped out of school in the 7th grade, because I was abused by my brother to the point of having my front teeth knocked out. After that, when I went to school, the students all laughed at me. Since that day, I’ve never gone back. My dad never loved me, because I was too dark. He just doesn’t have it in him to give.

From the GED Academy: First of all, there’s no reason to be ashamed of who you’ve become! You are a person who is able to clearly see what you need to make a better life for yourself, and you’re taking action. That’s commendable! We all make good and bad choices in our lives, and those choices help to shape us and make us stronger. We should never be ashamed of those choices, but rather learn from the bad ones we’ve made and always strive to be better. You’re doing that! We applaud you, and wish you the best of luck in getting your GED!

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From the GED Academy: Good luck! Keep it up, and you’ll be sure to pass!

to do things every day, but I am so broke that it tears up everything she works for, making me not want to do anything.

I lost my dad last year. Other than my fiance, he was my rock. I changed my rock to my fiance just recently. I’ve gone to off the books college, but I want to be able to get a job easier and prove to my fiance that I am trying. Getting my GED would help a lot. This way I can look for a job, maybe even get one, and go to school just as she does. It would make life easier--change the way I see my future with my soon to be wife.

Life hasn’t always been rainbows and puppy dogs. Actually it has never been that way. Not even now. I’m in love, but what am I doing for her? She has a job and is going to school. I cant do either, not because I’m not smart, but because I never finished high school. I get looked at differently, and people judge me more. It’s not fair. I’ve been in this rut for 4 years. Time for me to do something about it.

From the GED Academy: It sounds like you’re on the right track! A lot of the time, it’s more about having the drive to simply get started with passing the GED test. If you take a practice test, you’ll be able to see exactly what you might need to study in order to pass. Then you’re on your way! Just start taking small steps. Do one thing a day to get yourself further toward your goals, and you’ll be amazed at how much you can accomplish! Good luck!

When I try to study, I get so mad because I don’t understand it.

I have three kids. All of them have health problems, with my smallest one having the most. I hope that after I get my GED, I can go to college for nursing, criminal justice, or physical assistance.

I’ve taken GED classes before. I took the test in ’04 without studying, and got low scores. Then I took the test again in ’11, and I still have the same scores. I’m not giving up, but what can I do?

From the GED Academy: Believe it or not, but your own attitude can really affect how you score! You said yourself, “I don’t have the strength,” but that’s not true! You’re still working to get your GED today, and that makes you strong! Strength, courage, tenacity, these aren’t the things that come with instant success. They’re what you have when you don’t succeed, yet keep trying! Believe in yourself first. If you sit down to study, not believing you’ll ever understand it, then you won’t be able to process the information very well. No one would be able to! But if you sit down to study, knowing that you WILL eventually get it, then you’ll start to see an amazing change in how you do. Give it a try! And good luck!

I try my best to encourage and motivate myself. I passed all the areas on the GED test, except for math. I’m having a difficult time getting the information that I need to stick. After I pass, I hope to gain better opportunities as far as work, and the ability to go to school and elevate myself.

From the GED Academy: Math is the the most difficult part of the test for a lot of people! The best thing to do is practice it every day. Learning about algebra one day, then taking a test on it a month later without ever practicing it would be difficult for anyone. Find some time to sit down every day and practice some equations that give you trouble. If practice the things that are hardest for you every day, the test will be a lot easier! Good luck!

my motivation to continue on this fulfilling journey to accomplishing my dreams. I got my GED march 14th 2011/ And was top of my class.

Well for starters, I had never planned on ever getting my GED. I had high hopes of graduating high school. And walking down the aisle in front of a huge crowd earning my diploma, while my parents and family were there to cheer me on. Well, that all changed when I got pregnant at 16 years old. I honestly thought I had met my prince charming. But now I realize how far from the truth that really was. I come from a rather wealthy family that always expected perfection from me. So when they found out there little princess was not so innocent. They cut me off quicker then I can grasp. Before you knew it, I was pretty much barefoot and pregnant with nowhere to turn to. I bounced from house to house trying keep a roof over my head. I don’t know how I did it. God must’ve loved me, because I was always protected from harm’s way. Now I have my own house, am happily married, and continuing to defy the odds. I will succeed. I have to. The way I look at it is I’ve already witnessed the storm. Now comes the sunshine sooner or later.

I already accomplished a HUGE goal. And that’s getting my GED!!! The next step is to get my behind into nursing school. Once I have earned my nursing degree, then I can finally say that I MADE IT!! I have shed alot of blood, sweat and tears, but honestly if it weren’t for all the bad things that has happened in my life, I would not be the women, the mother and wife I am today.

What got me through the tough times were these two quotes and of course the man upstairs. “The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.” Another quote I love is, “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”

From the GED Academy: Your story is amazing! It must have been incredibly difficult to have been on your own at such a stressful time in your life. But you made it through, you have your GED, and you’re on your way. Realize that what you’ve already done in your life take so much. You’re an incredibly strong person, and an example to others. We know you’ll make a great nurse! And thanks for the story!

offers a lot of opportunities. That’s a great place to start once you’ve passed. Good luck!

year, and I need help with reading (comprehension) and writing (grammar). I had already taken three subjects: math - 440 reading - 390 Social Studies - 340.

I’ve always had this burning passion inside of me to be an animator, but first I’d like to get my GED. Then I’ll start college courses, and hopefully Pixar Animation Studios would give me a break. I’ve recently immigrated to the U.S. from Tonga.

From the GED Academy: The best way to study for reading and writing is to do it as much as possible. Even by writing this story about yourself, you’ve improved! Keep it up! Animation is really taking off these days, and aiming to work for a company like Pixar is a great goal! Good luck!

learned most of the material from past grades.

My family—especially my mom—supports me, because she knows I can do this. She knows if I put my mind to it, and spend my time studying, I will be able to pass and go to college. I have faced struggles in school with my anxiety, but I know I can pass the GED test with the right strength and determination.

I am planning to go to TC3 for college, so I can make something of my life. I am a good writer, and I enjoy writing. That is why I would like to pursue a career in it. I could use all the support I can get. I’m in for a tough road, but I absolutely know Im strong enough to achieve this.

From the GED Academy: We are behind you 100%! You’ve got excellent written skills. With a few classes and some brush-up on grammar, you could definitely get into the field of writing. Anxiety can make school difficult, including studying for the GED and college.

Good luck. We know you can do it. Let us know when you’ve passed!

Secret, and I realized that anything is possible. We hold our own destiny.

I hope to become a social worker and let people know they can change the world with their thinking. The mind is a powerful thing. All you have to do is believe. With God, all things are possible. Start focusing on the positive, get away from the negative, and begin to see the world for what it really is: Jesus and positive thinking. Abundance, health, wealth, joy, knowledge etc. Your dreams can and will come true.

From the GED Academy: Positive thoughts are helpful in many ways! Just by thinking positively, you’re instantly more motivated to move forward and do what it takes to get what you want. Keep your goals high, and you’ll succeed in no time! Good luck!

nothing to eat because my parents have no education. My father is a farmer, and my mother is a house wife. It’s very difficult, because I have a big family. My sister and brother never finished their studies. Someday I hope to so I can help support our family.

I have a long story of my life. I want to prove that I can help my family and stand on my own two feet. Someday, I want to be a nurse or a singer.

From the GED Academy: When there isn’t enough money to get food on the table each night, it can be incredibly difficult to focus on studying. There are programs out there that can help you financially, help you with your studies, and help you with your overall situation. It’s important to take care of yourself as best you can, or studying can become impossible. See if your family applies for programs that can help you get food and other necessities. It will take a lot of small steps, but you can absolutely do it! Good luck!

before and failed. Now that I have the support in my life, I feel I can achieve anything I put my mind to. My kids have always wanted me to get my GED, and I promised them I would at least try. My 18-year-old daughter is the first of my three kids to graduate. She has a tumor in her brain, and yet she pushes her way through school, has a job, and is getting ready to go to college. My 14-year-old has disabilities as well, and even though she struggles in school, she still passes all of her classes. My fiancé sees the potential that I have inside and tells me how much he would love to see me bring it to the surfice. They all stand behind me in my decision. I had to give up school because I was a teenage mom at 16. I’ve made several attempts to get my GED and have failed. With that in mind, I am so proud of myself for going after my GED with the support of my family and fiancé. Knowing all that, I know I can achieve it.

I have A.D.D., and I have problems comprehending what I read. I have solved my problems by fighting to get a diagnosis. Now I can work on taking care of my disabilty as well as obtaining my GED. I need more free literature on how to prepare myself for the GED test. I also need a teacher to work closely with me--one that I can call upon whenever I need help due to my comprehension issues.

I hope to have my diploma in hands and show every one that has ever doubted me that they were wrong. I want to be able to find a career that I can do out of my home. I want to better my life and make my kids proud. My goal is to practice--like I am now--take the test, and pass. Everyone should be able to have access to the knowledge they need in order to achieve their goals. My dream is have a financial stability for me, my kids, and my fiance.

I would like to thank everyone who has been there for me and supportive of me.

From the GED Academy: It sounds like you’ve raised some great kids! You and your entire family are fighters, and you don’t give up. That’s important! Stay strong, and keep trying. The more you learn about your disability and how to work with it, the easier it will be to study. Remember that not everyone learns the same. Good luck!

11th grade and realized how much my child needed me. Going to school all day, then working all night, I’d never see him. So I decided to quit school and support him the best I could.

In 2005 I found out I was pregnant with my second child. Working at McDonald’s, I just wasn’t earning enough money to support my family. I applied to work a New York state job, which is located in my home town. I began working there, and it definitely helped alot. Then, in 2009, I found out I was pregnant with my third child, who was born in 2010. In 2011 I decided that I needed a higher paying job. To do that, I needed a GED, especially with the rate of everything going up.

I need a better job, and to do better myself for my family and our long term future.

From the GED Academy: It sounds like you have been doing a great job of supporting your family up to this point. You realize when you need to do better, and you go for it! Keep up that patten, and you’ll achieve amazing things! Good luck, we know you can do it!

test should be nothing in comparison. My friends and family tell me to go for it. In the past, I’ve had to deal with drug addiction. I went through an outpatient program, and stayed close to God’s word to overcome it. In the future, I hope to get a degree and become a dental assistant.

From the GED Academy: Overcoming a drug addiction is incredibly hard. Congratulations! Passing the GED takes the same kind of determination. At times, both can seem impossible, but you know now that if you keep at it, take each day one step at a time, you can do anything! Good luck!

They’ve encouraged me in many ways.

I applied for the Art Institute of Atlanta in the field of Game Design and Motion Capturing. I hope to receive a good job, and I hope I’m accepted into the Institute.

From the GED Academy: We hope you’re accepted too! It’s great that you’re getting out there and applying yourself. Keep your eye on what you want to do, get the education you need, and you’ll have plenty to occupy yourself with soon enough! Good luck!

I’ve only learned the basics in school. I hope that I can learn things faster than I used to. I want to better myself, to get a better job, and to forward my education. I would love to go to college and become a sign language teacher or a photographer. However, I’m not entirely sure what I want to be.

From the GED Academy: Good job on getting started down the path to getting your GED. Finding new ways to study might help you learn better than you did when you were younger, but don’t get discouraged if it still seems slow going! Some of us just take a longer time to process information. That doesn’t mean we’re less intelligent, though. Not at all! Just keep trying, and you’ll get there!

very hard. My mom has helped me very much. I lost my best friend when I was 14. He died of cancer. It was very hard. The last thing he told me was to do what made me happy and do what was best for me and the ones I loved. I promised him I would get my GED, because he knew I disliked school very much.

I have been in a very abusive relationship. I solved it by realizing that I deserved more than that. So did my 9-month-old son and my child on the way. I struggle everyday, being a single mom at such a young age. I would love to go to college and be a preschool teacher. I love kids and love watching them learn new things. When my son grows up, and when I lecture him to finish school, I don’t want him to be able to respond, “but Mom, you didn’t.”

It’s very tough being a young, single mom, but you’re right that it’s even more important now to get your GED. You’ve already proven how strong you are by getting out of an abusive relationship. You can pass your GED for sure. Find a practice test to see where your strengths lie and where you might need more studying. Then you’re on your way to becoming a preschool teacher and achieving your dreams.

about my desire to take the test. I had only completed the 9th grade. When I purchase a GED study guide, I literally buried myself in it for several hours each night. It’s now approaching 20 years since I earned my GED. I’m going to California to attend college with the goal of becoming a lawyer.

Excelsior!

From the GED Academy: That’s wonderful that you put your mind to it and passed! What a wonderfully inspiring story! Thanks so much for sharing, and good luck with your career as a lawyer. You’ll do great!

sign language. I have interpreted for my family all my life. I want my own business for interpreting for the deaf. I’d like to go back to school and receive my bachelor’s degree for this.

From the GED Academy: Interpretation would be a great career, and you have life experience! Getting your GED is a good first step. Good luck!

dropped out of high school, my grandparents did their best with me, but it was just all too much for me. Now I wish I could turn back the hands of time.

I am weakest in math and science, but when this is all over, I’m going to college to get my degree in business management. I want my daughter to say that her mother taught her to be somebody, and to never feel that she is nobody. I want an eleven bedroom house that will be built from the ground up just for me. I want fancy BMWs and Cadillacs. For now though, I will just thank God that I have finished what could have been finished a long time ago.

From the GED Academy: You have big dreams! Eleven bedrooms and expensive cars is a great goal to strive for! Having those kind of goals is what drives us and keeps us moving forward. Work on a step by step plan to achieve those dreams. What steps will you take to pass the GED test? To get your degree? Then what will you do out of college? Keep moving forward, and you can have anything you want! Good luck!

well as my own. We’ve been homeless and living on social services. I’m dying to get my life back.

I want to help the disabled once I get my GED. I plan to get a job, then move on to college. Knowledge is power, and since I have been avoiding getting my GED, now there are no good jobs for people without a high school diploma or GED. I want to obtain mine, and move on with my life.

From the GED Academy: In today’s economy, more and more people are finding themselves in your position. It’s not always easy to concentrate when you don’t have a stable environment around you to focus in. Studying in a local library would be a good way to find some quiet and a positive atmosphere for learning. Good luck!

not the future I wanted for me and my daughter, so I knew it was time to stop procrastinating and do what’s best for me and my child.

My Mom and Great-Grandmother where the ones to help me the most. My Grandmother would always tell me that she wanted me to go further in life and get my education because she didn’t have a chance to get her’s. I watched my mother struggle to raise me and my two sisters with no help. I used to tell my mother all the time that I wanted to be like her when I grow up and she would always say, “Don’t be like me T’Yanna. Be better than me.”

I had a cousin who I grew up with in the same household. He was more like a brother to me. He was killed in a car crash when I was in the 8th grade. I was devastated, and at that time I cared nothing about school or the people around me. I carried the weight of his death on my shoulders so much that by the time I was in the 11th grade, I dropped out of school. I got a job at McDonald’s and then I got pregnant. I decided it was time for me to go back to school and make a better future for my child, but I wasn’t fully motivated. Another one of my relatives who I also consider a brother was murdered, and at that moment I knew it was time for a change. So instead of me walking around depressed, I decided to spend all my time either studying for my GED or spending time with my daughter. Now at 19 and a mother of two, I have my GED and I’m in college studying to be a legal assistant! It was all in God’s plan.

I want to teach my daugthers and little sisters that it’s not okay to drop out. Yes it’s okay to have a job, but I’m reaching toward having a career. I want my kids to know that anything is possible when you believe and put your mind to it.

From the GED Academy: Congratulations! Thank you for this great story! It sounds like you really overcame some very difficult things to be where you are today. You are an inspiration to other students, and I hope you continue to inspire your peers by example. Good luck with college, and with life! We know you’ll go far!

GED Academy: Math and Science are difficult, but the GED science test quizzes you on logic and common sense more than memorizing the table of elements or knowing what the purpose of ATP is, so you can relax a little! Just find a good prep program, take it slow, and you’ll be able to pass! Good luck!

getting into an LPN program, and studying real hard to pass the national exam.

First I must pass the GED exam. This will allow me to obtain admission to a community college or vocational school. You must have either a high school diploma or a GED to get into the LPN program. Not to mention that passing the GED will give me the confidence, self esteem, and courage I will need to complete my goal.

Second, after I have my GED and have been accepted into the LPN program, studying hard will be a must. The courses for the LPN program are intensive and include the study of anatomy, physiology, psychology, nutrition, obstetrics, pediatrics, biology, chemistry, medical equipment, and first aide.

Lastly, after completing my courses, I must take and pass the National Council Licensure Examination. This is an examination for the licensing of nurses in the United States. Then I will be a LPN.

If I follow my plan as it is explained above: get my GED, enroll in college, pass my courses, and pass the finale national examanation to get my license, then I will have achieved the one important goal I would like to achieve in the next few years. I will be a LPN and be able to get a job in health care field.

From the GED Academy: You’re doing a FANTASTIC job at getting started with the GED. You have laid out a crystal clear path to achieve your goals. You can never be too detailed in your plan for the future, and you’re off to a great start! Studying for the GED will certainly be great practice for future education. If you get started now and develop good habits, all of those LPN courses will be much easier! Good luck!

aspiration! Keep your final goal in mind as you work toward your GED to help you prepare. Good luck!

you? They told me to get my GED now, so I can get a good job.

What problems have you faced? Well, I have not been in school for long time, so I have to read up on a lot of things.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? To get a good paying job. My hopes are to make money and have nice things. I want to make my life better.

From the GED Academy: It’s great that you’re choosing to go back and finish your education! It’s true that you might need to brush up on some things you may have forgotten, but if you find a good preparation class, they can help you start with the basics. Don’t worry, you’ll get it! Good luck!

you? No, I decided to do it on my own.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Get my GED and go to college, so I can get a degree in nursing and work in a hospital.

From the GED Academy: Getting a GED on your own is a big step to take alone, but it shows that you have the determination to get things done! Keep it up, and you’ll have your GED soon!

time for me to make a better future for my family and me.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family has helped me to make better choices. They are counting on me to get my GED, so I can become what I want to be.

What problems have you faced? I really need help with math and social studies. I just don’t know how people say history is easy. To me it’s difficult.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope by getting my GED, it helps me with my future. I want to be a nurse.

From the GED Academy: It’s not easy being a teenage mother, but it’s great that you’re not waiting long to get your GED and continue with your life. Math and history can both be difficult, but if you get enrolled in a good prep program and work at your own pace, you’ll get it! Just keep studying and you’ll have your GED soon. Good luck!

wasn’t for me. I made all A’s, was in national honor society, FFA, and oasis, but yet still I wasn’t happy. High school just felt like a burden to me. Thats why I decided to get my GED. Now that I made that decision, I’m a lot happier, and I feel that a heavy weight has been lifted off my shoulders. I’m so excited to start classes in June, so I can finish and go to beauty school.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well at first, no one support my decision, but I knew that only I can make myself truly happy. So, I had to make my own choice. Now my friends are so supportive of me. However the person who has supported me the most is my boyfriend. I know that he only wants to see me succeed in life, so he helps me as much as he can.

What problems have you faced? My main problem was that I just wasn’t happy. I was always angry with the world. My 9th grade year, I met a boy named Dylan we started dating. I made a lot of bad decision while I was with him. He would always hit me and abuse me emotionally to. I stayed with him for 4 months because I felt like I couldn’t get away from him. Then one day I just couldn’t take it anymore and finally I ended it. However, after that I gave up. People at school knew about Dylan and me, so they started rumors about me and I lost a lot of friends. I felt like I needed to get out of school to forget about him. Even though he didn’t go to my school, everyone just would always talk about it. I hated myself. My confidence went completely away. I hated myself and also the whole world. I believed everything was bad and no one was good. Then finally my 10th grade year, I told my mama I’m not going back. Ever since then I’m so happy. Plus I’ve been dating the most amazing guy in the world. I’ve never been happier.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I really want to go to beauty school. I know I can do it. I have faith in myself and faith in God that He’ll help me make it. Also I want to make money so I can support my future kids.

Do you have more to your story? I just want to use this space to motivate people. Life is hard! Things happen, but only you can make the choice to let the things bother you or hold your head up and be strong. No one is perfect, so when you mess up or make a bad decision in life, don’t sweat it. It happens to everyone. Just strive to do better. Also if your in abusive relationship, whether its physical or emotional, don’t ever feel like you can’t leave. You can. Just be strong enough to get away from it. Also never blame yourself. Its never ok to hit your spouse. Remember that. Also remember your beautiful!

From the GED Academy: It’s great that you’re happier now. It’s always difficult to learn when you’re not in an emotionally positive state. Since you got good grades, you’ll no doubt be able to pass the GED with flying colors! The one thing I would caution you about is that dropping out of high school is a big change to make in your life, and while it might have been a good decision in this case, be wary of starting a life pattern of dropping out when things get rocky. Like you said, if things bother you, hold your head up and be strong. Don’t let what people thing or say affect you. You know you’re worth more than that. Good luck!

that I won’t be able to remember anything. I have a fear that I won’t be able to pass the test, so I just let it go. I can’t find a good paying job. I feel like my husband looks at me like I can’t achieve anything, and I make excuses as to why I don’t want to get my diploma. It’s not that at all. I’m afraid of failing and not being good enough to pass this test. I haven’t studied in years.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family has not really helped me. They have told me I need my diploma, but they don’t push me in the right direction. When I got pregnant with my baby at 18-years-old, the same year I was to graduate, they gave up on me.

What problems have you faced? I was in a car accident when I was 17. I couldn’t remember a lot of things after that. I went into a deep depression and started looking at boys. I completely lost control of my dreams and engaged with a much older man than me who wanted all my time. I felt loved by him. School was on the back burner after that. It didn’t mean anything to me anymore. Then I got pregnant and dropped out. I was feeling guilty and didn’t want anyone knowing what I was going through, so I dropped out. I want help getting my diploma, but I have not attended school in years. I’m scared to death I will fail. I don’t think I can handle being rejected!

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to obtain my diploma so I can obtain better employment. I don’t want to live paycheck to paycheck. I want a nest-egg. I’m 34 years old. I want to be able to call up all my loved ones and tell them I accomplished something important to me. I want a better future for my children, and I want to show them their mom is somebody to feel proud of. This is so important to me. My dreams are to go to school and hopefully get into the medical field. I love helping people anyway I can. I lost my previous husband due to a tragic event, and now it’s just me. I was young when I lost my kids due to depression. I have 2 years before they come home, and I want them to be proud of their mom. My story is hard to tell, but I’m writing it to strangers that I hope will take me into consideration. I need God to give me a brake and make me feel like there is hope, because right now I don’t feel it.

Do you have more to your story? When I was 20 years old, I was going through so much with my kids. A diploma was the last thing on my mind. My kids came first. I was in a really bad, abusive relationship with my daughters’ father that the law had been called to my resident’s many times. Then social workers got involved, and no matter what I did, they still found away to take my kids away. Four years later, after they drained me and my family mentally and financially, we had no money left. I had no choice but to say goodbye to them. The last time I saw them my oldest was 4 years old and my baby 2. I have not seen them since, but I’ve always had faith that I would see them again. Next month, my oldest will be 17 years old and my youngest 15. I will wait as long as it takes, but I need to make something of myself before they come home. Their father left them at such a young age due to self harm, and all they will have is me. I want them to know I’ve always loved them and can’t wait to see them soon with my diploma.

From the GED Academy: It can be very scary going back to school after a long time, but it’s not at all impossible! You might need to take things a little slower, and relearn some of the things that you learned in high school, but it won’t take long for you relearn what you’ve forgotten! Find some local GED prep courses, or check out our online courses. They’ll teach you what you need to know at a pace that’s best for you. It can be done, and you can do it! You’ll have your diploma and be on your way to a brighter future! Good luck!

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How have your friends and family helped you? No, they have graduated high school and still ask me how to spell words.

What problems have you faced? I was never really good at advanced math or the structure of the English language. I should have taken my GED while i was in the army. I had to get a 80% or higher on ASVAB to join. I have forgotten to much of what I learned to pass the GED. I took the test five years ago and failed the English and math parts. They sent me to classes but they were a joke in New Orleans. I quit after two months.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hoped to get my GED so I can train for a new career, but that seems hopeless now. I cant answer five questions on each of the parts of practice tests. On the reading parts, I can’t remember what I read when i get to the end of the paragraph. That is why I can’t compare which sentence fits best because I cant remember what I read. I am not mentally in the same category as a disconnect notice from power company.

From the GED Academy: First of all, you CAN pass the GED! If you’re having troubles, you just haven’t figured out what works for you yet. You do need to find some preparation courses before you take the test. Even someone who aced high school would likely have forgotten a lot of what they learned by their 40´s. Look for an online option if local schools aren’t working.

The GED Academy is a great choice because it helps you understand how to take the test too. For instance, you should read the question in the Reading test before reading the passage, so you know what to look for. If there’s five questions, you should read all five a few times before reading the passage. And grammar and math is just a matter of memorization. Again, if you take some preparation courses and go over the materials you’re not sure on a few times a night, you’ll find the GED a lot easier!

they weren’t listed on any of the websites they said recognized them as “accredited.” At that second I was lost. Then my dad told me about a GED and how he took it.

How have your friends and family helped you? My friends and family spoke about college and how fun it is or was, how it gets a person far in life, and how it can further an education. At that moment, I knew I wanted to go.

What problems have you faced? It took me a year to take the test. The first two times, I wasn’t taking the test serious and failed the math. But then the last time I was determined and took math classes. I came to my math class everyday and studied at home for hours. I also retook the reading section to get a higher score. In the end, I got a 540 in math and 610 in reading. I was so happy the day I passed and my family and friends threw me a party.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I am enrolled in a community college now. Although I am still taking general education courses, I am majoring in mechanical engineering. I may or may not switch to being an English major though, because I love writing and reading.

Do you have more to your story? When I was in high school, I was always bullied. That was when I decided to leave and go to an online school. The online school was fake but I’m glad that I went for a GED, because now I’m happy and in college. I’ve been studying and reading my textbooks everyday. I also participate in class a lot. So far I’m passing all of my classes. My tips are, if you are struggling in any subject take GED classes. They help a lot! If I did it so can anyone else!

Congratulations! People drop out of high school for a lot of reasons. It can make the simple task of studying unnecessarily hard when your classmates are giving you a hard time. It’s wonderful that you found a way to finish your education and began college so soon (and probably even before many of the kids that bullied you). It’s always difficult to choose a major. I’d suggest speaking to a career counselor to find out exactly what types of careers both majors prepare you for (you’d be surprised at how many different options there are), how much they pay, and if there’s a demand for them. It might help you to decide early on! Good luck with college. We know you’ll do great. It’s always wonderful to hear success stories! Keep it up!

to be motivated and finish this time as my 30th birthday is coming up. I want to accomplish this for myself and those I love and those who depend on me: my children and husband. I’ve always loved learning and have many talents. I’d like to go to college and try some of them out. I want to be a vet tech, a nurse, or get into child education. Although I’m not sure of my field, I do know I will press on and get my GED this year.

How have your friends and family helped you? My husband has spent a great deal of time motivating me and telling me I can do this. He believes in me. Despite our life’s ups and downs, he has always been by my side. He understands the pressures and distractions. He focuses on helping me in anyway possible.

What problems have you faced? I dropped out of school in the eighth grade due to sickness and family issues. I had a home tutor who came to my house pro-bono, just to help me pass the ninth grade, who I’m very grateful for. I was sick for a long while. I met my husband right before all this in school and we’ve been together ever since. This last January was our 15 year anniversary. We started a family young. I’m thankful for that, but it does get busy. Just recently my husband broke his hip and lost a good paying job. He could be laid up a while, so we are both working on our futures together. Despite all the challenges we’ve faced, we still have dreams. We work towards them everyday, even if only on little things at a time, we are one step closer to accomplishment.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to feel better about myself and regain the excitement and confidence to go to college. With whatever I decide to do, I know I will be great at it. I have learned perseverance, and the hope and joy of trying to fulfill my dreams. Life is a gamble. Good decisions are not! To those who are down, just believe in yourself. You can do whatever you want. You were already made from the beginning with everything needed to succeed. Just do it!

Do you have more to your story? Im thankful I’ve found this website. I know they will do great with helping me brush up for the GED! Thanks!

From the GED Academy: You say that we are “already made from the beginning with everything needed to succeed.” That’s very insightful! In fact, many great thinkers, considered masters of enlightenment, say that everyone already has the ability to become wise and enlightened like them. We just have to realize it. One of the biggest hurdles to achieving our dreams is simply believing that we can’t. If you realize that you already have what it takes to make it, you just have to go out there and do it! Keep at it, and by your 30th birthday you’ll be on your way through college and ready to achieve all your dreams!

family helped you? Yes, I get a lot of help. You know what they say, “you have to want to help yourself before anyone will or can help you”.

What problems have you faced? I’m not good at math, but with some studying and hopefully something extra, I pray I’ll overcome my problems.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? A better life.

Do you have more to your story? I just want everybody out there to keep their heads up and shoot for the stars.

From the GED Academy: It sounds like you have a lot of help and support. Like you say, once you start trying to help yourself, only then can you find help outside of yourself. Your friends and family can’t carry you through, but if you keep studying and working hard, their help and advice will mean more and more. Keep trying, and you’ll make it. Good luck!

good example for them now, they will complete school with no problem.

How have your friends and family helped you? The always tell me I can do it. I just need the opportunity. Recently, I moved to a place that’s unlike where I’m from. I know I will become successful here.

What problems have you faced? I have problems with math, but I’m doing okay. As I study more, it is no longer a problem, so I feel I will do fine.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to become an RN for trauma patients. I know that it would make me more confident in life. I have to do it for my family and for all the people who said I couldn’t.

Do you have more to your story? I wish to make it by 2014.

From The GED Academy: Math can be difficult, but if you give yourself time to study, then you can learn it and pass the test. Setting a deadline like 2014 is great. Don’t rush yourself, but don’t let the studying pile up by procrastinating. Study for 20 minutes or so a day, and you’ll do fine. Good luck!

two subjects: reading and writing.

How have your friends and family helped you? That help me when they can.

What problems have you faced? I need help in social studies, sceince and math.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? A dream come true and admission to college.

From The GED Academy: The hardest part is getting started. Find a good, quiet place to study, and get help if you feel like you need it. Good luck!

that affected my years in school. So I was forced to get a GED by court order. Now I’m hoping that this might work, so I can be a very successful person.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mother supports me by telling me not to give up and to try my best.

What problems have you faced? I am hoping to get a job any time now. I will face everyone that has made me feel bad about myself just to put me down. I believe everyone can do it no matter what.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Right now, I’m not sure about what I would like to become, but my goals are to go to college and get a degree.

From The GED Academy: Moving around makes finishing high school very difficult! Don’t feel bad about having dropped out. You’re still young, and you’ve got time. Just make sure to study the areas you struggle in and find out what works for you. If something isn’t working, change your approach. You’ll find a study method that works for you and have your GED in no time. Good luck!

parents did. I want to be content in life.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family and long term boyfriend have encouraged me to get my GED since I dropped out. My boyfriend bought me a GED book and told me to study it everyday for atleast 20 minutes. My mother helps me study and supports me.

What problems have you faced? I have a problem with failure. I never think I’m good enough or smart enough to pass the GED exam. Though I get told I’m a smart girl, I can’t seem to believe it considering I dropped out of school.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? After I get my GED I hope to become a Kindergarten teacher. I love children. It is my dream to work with them, and it always has been.

Do you have more to your story? I dropped out of school at the age of 16. My grandpa was struggling with emphysema and I knew there wasn’t much time left. He picked me up from school everyday. one day I just told him I wasn’t going back--that I was going to stay home and help take care of him. He didn’t argue because he knew that it was my decision, but he did encourage me to go back someday. A few months later he passed away. He was my best friend and confidant. I was planning on going back to school when my great grandma passed away in her nursing home. I decided to just drop out for good and be with my family because they needed me. Months passed and I began helping out around the house, spending a lot of time with family and volunteering at my mom’s work occasionally. After a year had passed, I had not completely healed from the loss of my two loved ones, but I had moved on in life. It had gotten easier. Then suddenly my father passed away unexpectedly on my 17th birthday. This really hurt me a great deal and put me in depression. I am now almost 18 years old and still don’t have my GED.

From The GED Academy: Dropping out of does not mean that you’re not intelligent. High school is not easy, and when you have a lot of problems at home, sometimes dropping out is the only option. It’s okay to take a year or two to yourself when life gets hard at this point. Just don’t let this one thing govern the rest of your life. It shouldn’t be hard for you to get your GED. Your family is right; you are smart. Take the practice test, see what you might need to brush up on, and find a study method that works for you. Before you know it, you’ll be back on track alongside all your former classmates, ready for college and ready to make your dreams come true.

family and our future. I realized that I needed the tools to get a GED, so I can motivated my kids.

How have your friends and family helped you? They give me courage and strength. Especially my fiance. She told me to grow up and be a father, to be responsible.

What problems have you faced? Financial Issues. I need to find my dream job. I was working in a factory for five years, but it seemed like a dead end. So, I decided to do something diffrent this year. I really dont know if I can afford to pay for classes. I’m a stay at home parent, and I’m willing to try everything I can to succeed.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I’m hoping for a brighter future for my kids. I hope for for the American dream that everyone wants. My goals is a dream home for my family, a dream job so nobody have to worry about money, and a dream wife. I’m hoping for this year to be the best year of my life.

Do you have more to your story? I’m 34 years old, I have three kids and no GED or high school diploma. I quit school maybe 20 years ago. I’ve had problems with the law in the past because of drinking and driving. I decided to stop drinking and take care my responsibilities. I have served 40 days in jail and 90 days in the treatment. I’m also going to a substance abuse class once a week and also attempting A.A. meetings.

From The GED Academy: That’s wonderful that you’re trying to stop drinking. Getting a good education and high paying job is hard enough. Alcohol only makes our problems harder! Keep your eyes on your goals: your dream house and job, and you can do it! Good luck!

a job where I can make more than minimum wage, but it requires a degree or a high school diploma . I decided that if I am going to make it, I have to get my diploma.

How have your friends and family helped you? Both my friends and family support me 100% . My brother is always telling me not to talk about it, just go out and do it.

What problems have you faced? I am 42 years old and not getting any younger. With the change in our economy, it has definitely made an impact on my finances. I need a change of career, but without a GED I can’t get the education or job I want.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to gain financial stability. I want to get into the medical field. My dreams are to one day be able to work in a doctor’s office or hospice, or to be able to help someone who is dying. We will always need doctors and nurses. I don’t know where this road will take me, but one day I will look back and say I did it.

Do you have more to your story? I got married the summer before the last year of high school. In order to make it easier for my relationship with my husband, I quit and went to night school. I didn’t finish it, though . After my first child was born, I decided to go to college. It was a chance to get my GED and a degree in Accounting . This too failed because I became pregnant with my second child. I decided that, if I was going to be a stay home at mom, I was going to work from home. I went to beauty school where I got my cosmetology license.

From the GED Academy: It sounds like you have a good foundation for getting your GED. You have lots of support and have already succeeded in getting your cosmetology license. Working with people all this time as a hairstylist sounds like a good stepping stone for getting into the medical industry. You know how to work with clients and understand what it is they need. Like your brother says, it’s best to get going, rather than talk about it. Take a practice test, see how you do, study on your problem areas, then take the test and you’re on your way! Good luck!

to school. I want kids. I want it all, but I can’t have it. So many people tell me that I can’t do it. I will show them I can!

How have your friends and family helped you? My family hasn’t. I moved to 7 different high schools while in foster care. My father got custody of me at 16. Half way through my senior year he made me drop out to take care of my 5-year-old sister while he worked. It was the worst day of my life.

What problems have you faced? I can’t get a job. The rest of the family sees me as a failure. I need my GED and to make it in the world.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want a life for me and my husband. I want it all.

From The GED Academy: It can be very rough when you’re young and have little or no say over what happens to you. Now that you’re older and married, you’re taking control of your life. That’s great! With a little studying, you should be on your way! Good luck!

you? They believe in me and support me.

What problems have you faced? Discipline and goal setting.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? To become a great chef!

From The GED Academy: Having such a clear goal in mind is the best way to get yourself ahead! Keep your thoughts on your goal. Make step by step plans on how you’re going to become a great chef, and then do it! Having a supportive family and friends is great. Don’t be afraid to ask them for help if you need it. Good luck, and let us know when you pass!

friends and family helped you? My mother takes me to get books. She sits down and helps me if I need it.

What problems have you faced? Math! I’m still kind of bad at that.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I plan on getting my GED, then joining the Air Force when I turn 18.

From The GED Academy: Moving around always makes things more difficult. That’s great that your mother is helping you out, though! Keep working on your math. Look around for different ways to study math if one way in particular is hard for you. It’s all about memorization, so get some flashcards or other memory aids. Good luck!

and they tell me not to give up.

What problems have you faced? I don’t have a job or money.

From The GED Academy: You can prove to people that you can do it! Your friends have faith in you. Let that give you the encouragement that you need to keep going. Good luck!

and family helped you? No, but my teacher has!

What problems have you faced? I’ve been in foster care for four years. Before I got settled in my last home, I bounced around on the streets, going from friend’s house to friend’s house. I never had to go home because my mom was abusive and a bad drug head. I drank all the time and used beer to solve my problems and cover up my pain!

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to go to college and become a vet, nurse, or study the stars! I keep changing what i want to be.

From The GED Academy: It’s okay to not be sure what you want for the future right now. As long as you have a few ideas in mind, you can always try different classes in college in each subject that interests you. If, after a semester of that class, you’re bored with it, you know that career path probably isn’t for you. Eventually you’ll find something that really interests you and that you can’t imagine yourself doing without! You’re on a great start right now in getting your GED. Keep thinking ahead and you’ll be sure to do anything you set your mind to. Good luck!

and telling me to never give up.

What problems have you faced? I have taken all my GED exams and passed all but one: math. I’ve taken it 8 times in the past 3 years, and I don’t know what to do. I have taken classes and studied in every way.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to continue my education and find employment. I’m not getting any younger.

Do you have more to your story? I never wanted to drop out. I just wanted to graduate sooner, so I went to job corps. That didnt work out. Now I’m stuck with no education or employment. I’m embarrassed of how many times ive taken the ged math and still can’t pass it. I just feel like giving up. I even went and tried the EOP program to get my highschool diploma. With my luck, I went for a year, then the program was taken out the school.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you’re really trying hard and continuing to hit road blocks! If you’ve taken classes and are still struggling, then you need to find someone to talk to one-on-one. Math is a big subject, and you need to find out exactly what about Math is tripping you up. Taking practice tests are a good way to see what problems you missed and study those types of problems specifically. I’d stop thinking of it in terms of, “I have a problem with math” though, and start thinking about exactly what the issue is. Do you have a problem with fractions? Word Problems? Algebra? Start there, and hold off on taking the math test again until you’re confident you can pass.

make my life better for my son.

How have your friends and family helped you? They are pushing me, and are being very very helpful.

What problems have you faced? I need help getting my GED, so I can make a better life for me and my son.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to have a successful job and a home of my own. I want to make sure my son is well taking care of.

Do you have more to your story? I am a teenage mom, and it’s hard right now to take care of my son without a job.

From The GED Academy: Finding time to take care of your son, search for a job, and study for your GED can be difficult! You might want to think about setting a schedule for yourself. It’s hard, but it’s not impossible if you can manage your time well. Good luck!

have a better future for myself!

What problems have you faced? I have problems studying.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Culinary school!

From The GED Academy: Culinary school sounds like fun! Try and look into different methods of studying if you’re having trouble with your current one. Good luck!

anything with your life,” over and over again, so I finally wanted to prove I that can. I want to be able to say that I finally completed something.

How have your friends and family helped you? I kept thinking that I couldn’t, and finally I just tried.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to have a good career so I can provide for myself and have money to do things. Mainly I want to have a good job.

From The GED Academy: It’s hard to take that first step. If we don’t believe in ourselves, even simply trying to do something becomes impossible. Continue to believe that you can do anything, and you’ll be able to! Good luck!

Yes, and I thank them a lot.

What problems have you faced? Dropping out of school.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to go to college and study so I can help kids in need and find a job.

From The GED Academy: Having someone sit down with you and help you one on one is the best way to study! Look around your community for GED study programs, at your community college, or simply look around for tutors. There are programs and people who are willing to help, you’ve just got to find them! The GED Academy also allows you to call tutors on the phone and talk with them one on one when you enroll in their program. There’s lots of options! Good luck!

life—not to follow in my foot steps. I grew up spoiled, with everything handed to me. I just feel it’s time to grow up, now that I’m 27. To be more responsible, not just for my kids, but for myself. I seem to never accomplish or finish anything. I just want to make a start by completing and passing the GED test.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, I’m very secretive. I really don’t talk to friends and family about these things. If I did, I know they would be supportive. I don’t know, it’s just me to keep everything in.

What problems have you faced? Where do I start? Well, first I had my first child at 18 (he’s 9 now). I had to deal with his deadbeat father. Second, I left home rebelliously, which put me and my son in a log of dangerous situations. I became homeless, had relationships with people for over two years, worked at a place I shouldn’t have even been, let alone worked in. I ended up in a long-lasting, abusive relationship, and so much more. However, there was an angel watching over me, because I made it through all of that alive. That’s why I know I can do this and get my GED if I put my mind to it.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to gain pride, completion, and closure. I guess most of all, I want an accomplishment. I always wanted to open a chain of restaurants. That would motivate me to follow my dreams.

Do you have more to your story? I want the best for my kids. Like I mentioned, I was spoiled and given everything. That’s the reason I believe that I’m 27 and still have no GED. I want to give my kids everything. I want to show them that, in life, nothing is really handed to you. I want them to be successful. I want them to know that all their hard work will pay off and get them to their goals. That’s where the real success comes from.

From The GED Academy: You’ve been through a lot! It seems that you’ve only come out of all of it stronger too. It takes strength and understanding of how the world really works to be successful too, and you’ve come to learn that lesson on your own. Keep studying, and you’ll be able to achieve your goals and teach your children the values you hold dear. Good luck!

set and ready to go in my business management classes when I received a call informing me that my diploma wasn’t real. I want a degree in Business Management. That’s my motivation to get my GED. The only test I have left is math.

What problems have you faced? My biggest issue is math. I studied and things didn't really click, so I signed up for a math class. I took the test twice, and I only missed it by thirty points.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? My dream is to become a psychologist and have my own practice. I love and enjoy people, and I love helping others with different types of issues. I’m rather good at it too. Then I’m going for my masters degree to better myself even more.

From The GED Academy: If you’re good at Psychology, then by all means go for it! Double majoring in Psychology and Business Management would be a great way to get started on owning your own practice! For now, if math is giving you trouble, the best thing to do is step back and try and approach it from a new angle. Many people keep trying to understand Math the same way (often by just listening to a teacher and practicing the problems over and over). If it doesn’t work the first time, change your plan of attack. Eventually you’ll find a study method that does click with you, and you’ll pass the math test with flying colors. Good luck!

had any luck. I have two beautiful children living at my fathers house, and a step-daughter living in foster care. I was told by the court that I needed a job and a house in order to bring them home. So after all the job hunting I’ve been doing, I gave up and decided to achieve my GED and finish school.

How have your friends and family helped you? I have tons of friends and family give me tons of inspiration. I even did volunteer work for a local community place. The person in charge of that place really helped by opening my eyes with encouragement and telling me how creative and bright that I ’am—that I shouldn’t be wasting my talent and creativity in a place like that.

What problems have you faced? Right now the biggest challenge is to bring my children home. I need all the help I can get to do that!

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? My dreams are to have a job that I can get creative in, a beautiful home that, even when the children are grown up and gone, they know they can always come home when they need or want to.

From The GED Academy: Keep working, and you’re sure to get there! However, on the road to success, don’t consider anything too small or beneath you. In fact, volunteer work is GREAT for your resume. In today’s economy, a GED will help you a great deal, but having volunteer work on your resume would be almost equally as important. Employers like to see that you’ve got some sort of experience in a work environment. And as far as low-end jobs go, they’re the stepping stones to a greater future. You learn from every decision you make, and every job you work. Remember that, and you’ll always move forward and eventually obtain your every goal.

me that I need to get my things together to get my kids.

What problems have you faced? Living out on the streets and moving from place to place.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Getting a good job, having my own place so that I don’t have to live off of other people, and to get my kids back.

From The GED Academy: You have a very strong reason to get your GED. We know you can do it! You’re already on the right path, just keep moving and you’ll get there! Good luck!

and family helped you? My cousin is my age, and she was in the same situation. She went out and got her GED diploma.

What problems have you faced? No money and not being able to provide for my son!

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Being able to have a career instead of just a job; which is two different things!

Do you have more to your story? I grew up with no money, and I dont want to spend the rest of my life depending on other people!

From The GED Academy: You’ve got very high goals! A career is definitely different than just a job, and you can have one, especially with an attitude like yours. Keep it up, and know that nothing is impossible, especially when you have your son to motivate you. Find a good preparation program, study what you need to (if you need to!) and you’ll be on your way. Let us know when you pass!

say I need to get my GED and a good job.

What problems have you faced? I have a hard time doing classwork.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? My husand is sick, and I want my GED to help him and reach my goals.

From The GED Academy: You’re on the right path! Find a good study program, and keep your eyes on your goals and you’ll have your GED in no time. Good luck!

faced? Math is a problem. I’m afraid that I won’t pass it.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to attain the goals that I’ve always wanted.

From The GED Academy: Math is a tough subject! But it’s not impossible. If you take some practice tests and find out exactly what you need to study in order to pass, it’ll feel a lot more manageable. Find some groups to help you study. Studying with someone else can always help keep your interest. Try different ways of studying, and if something isn’t working, don’t keep banging your head wondering why it’s not working. Try something else! Good luck!

stress.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, my mom passed when I was twelve, so my sisters, brothers, and most importantly my grandma have become my support system.

What problems have you faced? Lack of good jobs, or just not getting one at all. I can’t further my career or goals. Without a GED, I shorten my education level.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Getting my GED. I would gain back hope, a career, more education. I would be making my mom proud (rest in peace), my grandma, sisters, brothers, and most importantly myself!

Do you have more to your story? Most people without a diploma or GED give up. They feel like life is over, or they settle for less or only what they have already. Life can get better. They feel like a failure. I know I did, but I learned it’s never to late. You can make it through the hard times. I know I will and I can. Everybody always told me, “Girl you better get your diploma,” but never told me how to. Now I finally figured it out. Thank You!

From The GED Academy: We’re glad you’ve got things figured out now! Often times the hardest part to the GED is simply getting started. Climbing out from the idea that you can’t get anywhere in life is far more difficult than a test! Now all you need to do is take the right steps: find a practice test, see how well you do, focus on your weak points and study. Finding study groups or online help is always helpful. Follow these steps, and you’ll be sure to succeed. Good luck!

family helped you? My family kicked me out and I’m living with friends.

What problems have you faced? Money. It costs money to get my GED and I have no job.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Confidence and the ability to hold my head up high and tell the world I did it.

Do you have more to your story? I have my one anchor in my life and thats my girlfriend. She is always there for me. I would do anything for her. I use to be an asshole, and that’s the reason I was kicked out of my parents’ house.

From The GED Academy: Getting kicked out of your home is tough. Not only is it difficult physically and financially, but in order to succeed, it’s important to have support. It’s great that you have a girlfriend who can offer you the support you need to get your life on track, but repairing your relationship with your parents is important too. Now that you’re working toward getting your GED, perhaps it’s time to appeal to your family and let them know you’ve changed and that you’re on the right track now. It might be painful to your pride, but you shouldn’t let your pride get in the way of your success. Even if they don’t want you to move back in, or don’t want to help you pay for your GED, knowing that you tried would be a great boost to your self esteem and will help you do what it takes to succeed. Good luck!

hire me. Another reason why I need it is because I want to go to college. No college will accept you without a high school diploma or GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, my friends do not motivate me, but my older sister has supported me so much by telling me that I need to get a GED in order to succeed in the world. She also said I need one to get my dream career. My boyfriend has also helped me by telling me that I should go after the career that I’ve always wanted, so I decide to get my GED to do that.

What problems have you faced? I have problems in science and math. I need help in these two subjects because my dream job has both of these subjects in them. If I don’t get help in these subjects, then I wont know how to get my dream career.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to gain my dream job and some more common sense in all of the subjects. My goal is to try my hardest and to succeed in getting my GED. If I have to I will study my butt off until I understand what I need to know to pass my GED test.

From The GED Academy: What is it about your dream job that appeals to you? If your dream job involves math and science, then perhaps there’s something about math and science that also appeals to you. Think about the ways you would use those two subjects in your career, and apply it to your studies. However, if you can’t find any way to like science or math, then are you certain that a job that involves the two of those subjects would really be good for you? Perhaps it might be good for you to speak with a career counselor and talk about what it is you really want. Getting a GED is great no matter what, but it’s also important that you find out what will make you the happiest, and what will make studying the easiest. Good luck!

I've always wanted.

How have your friends and family helped you? They have motivated me by helping me out with getting my GED.

What problems have you faced? I hope to get a job and get my permit and license. I want to have stuff in life that my parents never had.

From The GED Academy: Keep your eyes on the goal, and you’ll get there for sure. It sounds like your family and fiance are great motivators! When you’re having difficulties, turn to them for help and you’ll be sure to do fine! Good luck!

and family helped you? My parents and husband have been a god sent! My step dad takes care of 2 of my children while I take day classes while my oldest 2 are in school. I take my youngest with me because I’m nursing him still. My husband makes sure all the kids are clean and in bed with everything ready for school in the morning while I work on school work. They keep my head up and help me with my work whenever they can!

What problems have you faced? Mostly leaving my children to go to my classes. I haven’t really worked since I became a mother at 16 and im now 25! Math is my weakest subject just because I have to remember all the rules. A big thing for me is self doubt.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Well I have already enrolled in college for January. I will be taking my GED test Nov 20th which I’m so worried about! I have already started my financial aid and have been approved. I hope to become a nurse and make not only my parens, husband, and my children proud of me, but mostly to make myself proud of me! I want to have a better life for my children and show them that no matter what life hands you, you have the power to become anything you want to be! I don’t want to become another teen mother who didn’t put everything they had into making the best life for herself and her child! I want to better myself!!

From The GED Academy: You’re taking all the right steps, and you’re ready to go! That’s great! Just keep studying! You also have plenty of time to take a pretest in order to find out exactly what you might need to study, in case you do poorly. Then you can focus the time you have left on your problem areas, rather than spreading yourself out over everything. Good luck!

it starts with me first.

How have your friends and family helped you? I wake up and hear my kids say that mom going back to school.

What problems have you faced? I didnt think I had time, but where there’s a will there’s a way. I have kept faith and God in my life.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I always wanted to be a nurse. It’s my dream.

From The GED Academy: You’re right, where there’s a will there’s a way. Having faith that you can finish is a big part of being able to do it. Just keep it up, and you’ll have your GED in no time!

living sole to share this with. I can read extremely well, my spelling is fantastic and I have an awesome vocabulary for a person in my situation. Most people think I’m college educated based on how I carry myself. The only problem I feel would hold me back or slow me down is my math. I only know basic math. Everything else I’m good at. I love science. Have you got any suggestions for a person like myself? I can contribute a lot to our world by helping people because this is one of my specialties. I feel awkward when people with degrees feel inferior of my presence. I’m a very confident individual. I also wanted to say I have accomplished and sneaked my way through educational programs and jobs. Now at my age I would like to earn my degree and help people who never had a chance in education like me. When I was a kid, no one never helped me with my homework, nor did they care. Not one single family member attended my eighth grade graduation and not one person said congratulations. Please give this note to a dean and let’s see who cares. I had a ton of grown up responsibility from age 10 through age 22 after my mom passed away. Everyone has a purpose in life. Unfortunately, I was ignored. So, how can I obtain math skills without the embarrassment, and what adult would take the time to teach another adult? Waiting to hear from one of your top professionals with an answer. I’d rather talk with an experience person that cares.

From The GED Academy: The only person who can cause you to feel embarrassment is yourself. If you hold your head up high and take pride in the fact that you’re getting your education, it doesn’t matter what people say or think, right? You’ve already come so far without a GED. Let that be the foundation, and know that with an education, you can only go farther. Shrug off naysayers and do what you want. It’s not their life, it’s yours.

If you don’t want to attend adult education classes, there are online options. You can either take GED specific classes, or use a search engine to find specific problems, like if you’re having troubles dividing algebraic equations. No matter what option you choose though, in a classroom environment, NO ONE will look down on you. You’re taking steps forward to better your life, and to help others. That’s a noble goal, and you have no need to feel embarrassed.

Some of my friends went to college, and some have completed all of their education.

What problems have you faced? I’ve basically needed help with everything. I have a hard time time learning.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to one day to open my own business. I want to feel set with my life, and have a really good job with good pay.

Do you have more to your story? Back then, I thought school wasn’t anything. I thought that you can always do something, like get great job without diploma, but now I know that you need an eduacation to actually get somewhere.

From The GED Academy: Learning disabilities can make education hard! But not impossible. Take some time to find out exactly what sort of disability you have. What is it that makes learning the hardest? Do you have difficulties reading? Is it hard to understand a teacher when they lecture? Do pictures help you? Start a list of all the things that help you learn, and all the things that make it harder, and you’ll start to discover what works and what doesn’t. Then you can work on studying in a way that helps, rather than frustrates you. Good luck!

fly high with the birds. I know if I put my mind to it, I can and I will do this.

How have your friends and family helped you? My daughter has inspired me the most. She is the love of my life. She is attending a collage, holding a 98.4 grade average, and her strength is just so remarkable. I want so much to make her as proud of me as I am of her.

What problems have you faced? I have a really hard time with math and social studies. I have to write the information several times in order for me to remember it. I just can’t seem to retain it, no matter how hard I work at it.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to lift my self esteem, and go on to collage. I want to be more in life than just a high school drop out. I want to show my family that I loved myself enough to make a difference in my life.

From The GED Academy: That’s wonderful that your daughter has been able to inspire you! Math is difficult for many people, and everyone has their own way of understanding it. Don’t give up, though! Don’t throw your hands in the air and say, “Math and social studies are beyond me!” Make it a goal to find out what the best way for you to study those two subjects are. Even after you pass your GED, making education a lifelong goal keeps our minds sharp and our self-esteem high. You can also try to learn those subjects, and then plan on telling you daughter about what you learned. Teaching is one of the best ways to learn!

Good luck, and let us know when you pass!

is seven months old). I have been struggling to make ends meet for the past few months. We lost our vehicle to the bank, and yes, we have been through a lot the past few months. I came to realize that I had to get my GED in order to enable me to take college courses that will help me find a better job and a better life for my beloved family.

How have your friends and family helped you? My eldest daughter graduated High School last year, and ever since, she’s been encouraging me to get my GED.

What problems have you faced? I used to drink and do drugs. I quit one year ago, thanks to my eldest daughter who helped me.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to provide a better life for my family and encourage other people to do this.

From The GED Academy: That’s wonderful that your daughter has recently graduated! And also that she can be an inspiration and encouragement for you. It always helps to have friends and family who support you. Don’t be afraid to ask your daughter for help studying if you need it. Having just graduated from high school, she is one of the best resources there is! Good luck with your studies, and let us know when you pass!

Huntsman went to the University of Utah. He became a Mormon missionary in Taiwan for two years, and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. After that, he began his career in politics. Huntsman became U.S. ambassador to Singapore in 1992. He served as governor of Utah from 2005 to 2009, and became ambassador to China in 2009.

from the University of Southern Maine. Ahmed now owns a grocery store and also an interpreter service, and he is studying for his master’s degree. Ahmed told the Bangor Daily News: “All these changes in my life happened right here in Maine. Now I’m part of the work force, I’m an employer.” The GED test was an important stepping stone to higher education and to success.

sons when she took the GED test. She was working two jobs to support her family, and the GED test was an important first step in a long journey. She started a political career in 1974, as a representative in Delaware’s congress. She became lieutenant governor of Delaware in 1993, before being elected governor. She served eight years as Delaware’s governor. In her second inaugural address, Minner gave her philosophy: “for Ruth Ann Minner, farmer, gardener and daughter of a sharecropper, it is simply this: Work hard. Do the right thing. And leave things better than you found them.”

woman. As I got older, I got wiser about what kind of life style I wanted. Fast food was not in my future. It took me 11 years to finally get the courage to get my GED. I just had faith in myself that I can do it and studied hard. If I would have not found passged I don’t think I would have done it.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family have always said I can do it. But, I guess I just never gave myself enough credit. I used to say I have been out of school too long to go back and graduate. But I always had my family there to tell me it’s never to late. They never gave up on me even when I gave up on myself.

What problems have you faced? Math and Social Studies have always been my worst subjects. I could never understand them. So, I thought for sure there was no way I would ever pass my GED. After studying on passged.com I found out that there’s nothing to it, just understanding how to do critical thinking. My highest score on my GED were these two subjects.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Getting my GED has given me a sense of dignity and self confidence. I am already starting to attend college to get my degree in Business Management.

started to homeschool. It was not easy for her, she was the youngest of 3, and my dad was the middle of 3 kids. I loved the outdoors, and every chance I got I was out helping my dad on the farm. I was small for my age and always looking for ways to grow up faster. School came easy for me, but I never felt a real need for it as i always had so much to do. I mean why would I want to sit in my mom’s classroom, crunching numbers, when I could be out getting big like dad? By the age of 12, I was working a full–time job as well as working 40–50 hours on my dad’s farm.

Now you may say this is crazy! Who in their right mind would let a kid work that many hours? Well, before you start jumping to conclusions, let me explain. My Dad is a very successful farmer. Looking back, he never overworked any of us kids. In fact, he tried to make me stay in the house with mom and do my schoolwork. My dad is very laid back, and has a heart of gold. He would do anything for his family. It was I that wanted to work! I was the one who went out looking for a job and took it.

You see, I was trying to get big fast! At age 17, I took a summer job in WA state working for a custom harvesting Co. I worked there for three summers in a row and ended up moving to WA in 08?. I’ve lived there since. I left the harvest crew Jan 1st this past year to go to school and ended up starting my own business (Clean Cuts Inc.) instead. It has been a very good experience for me. After 8 months of owning my own business, I now know without a shadow of a doubt that I need a higher education than 6th grade.

I am a very smart young man with lots of ambition. Everywhere I turn my head, I have a job offer (far more than most of my college friends, who have there master’s). Only I want to be able to get away from farm life! I have lived on my own now for three years in WA. I feel like it’s my home. My family, on the other hand, live in Ohio, so there is a very big pull back East! I don’t have a GED. I only went trough the sixth grade, and feel very polled as to where to even begin. What’s the right school? What’s the best way to start at 22? I have always worked hard, saved my money, and gotten where I wanted to get without any school. I invested all my money in my business, and am unable to get it back out. So am at ground zero? I have no support from my family whatsoever in my endeavor to go to college. They say that I am way too smart to go to school: it’s a waste of time and money. The job I want is in the flight field. Any suggestions? Looking for answers from the wise that’s gone before!

From The GED Academy: You’ve led a very full life for someone who is only 22! You’ve also shown that you are smart. Incredibly smart! To start a business with only a 6th grade education—that takes something they can’t teach in schools. You’ve also got good grammar and writing skills (better than many college students). Because of this, because you’re smart, it may often seem like school is unnecessary. And for the average person, it could be. But the thing about being exceptional is that you won’t be able to settle for anything less than the exceptional for yourself, right?

Getting your GED and going to college afterward will not do for you what it’s done for your college graduate friends. It will do more. It takes a lot of different things to be successful. First, it takes an education. One may be smart, but that won’t stop them from being ignorant. Imagine all of the mistakes you may have made during your years owning a business that you could have simply been taught in a single class session. Many people have come and gone before us, and that’s what an education is all about: starting from where they left off and building upon it.

Second, to become successful, you must have tenacity. You must have an unquenchable thirst for something greater than what you have. It seems like you have this! And so, it’s apparent that if you got your GED—if you went to college and got a degree—you would be a force to be reckoned with. You could have anything you wanted, with no limits. Really, no limits. You could be the CEO of the next Fortune 500 company if you wanted to.

But where to start? That part is not so hard. First, get your GED. You can take online practice tests, or find them in book stores. Take one, and see if you already know enough to pass. If not, study the parts that you don’t know. There are many GED preparation courses out there. We have both a practice test and a prep course online at passged.com.

Once you’ve gotten your GED, find a local college and get answers! Colleges always have staff who can answer all your questions about future goals, financial assistance, etc. Then, once you’re enrolled, use your classes not only to learn, but to find out what you like. What you want to be when you “grow up” so to speak. And don’t just take the classes passively. That’s why many college students graduate with the question, “Was that worth it?” You must be an active learner. Ask questions in class. Get to know your teacher. Networking with teachers and other students is where the real magic happens. As they say, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.”

Again, you’ve done a lot with your life in such a short time. Keep it up, and you’re going to do just fine. Good luck! And keep us updated with your story!

friends and family helped you? They won’t let me give up, and they help me with my kids. If it wasn’t for them, I don’t know if I could do it.

What problems have you faced? I have faced financial problems. I had to give up a lot of things that I wanted to do with my kids.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? When I finally get my GED, I am going to go to college. I want to get training in something, so I can get a good job. Then I can make a good life for my family.

Do you have more to your story? It has been a challenge to get my GED. There are so many difficulties that I wanted to quit doing it. My kids, family and friends they won’t let me, though. I am glad that I am doing it. It will be worth it in the end. I encourage everybody who needs it to get their GED.

From The GED Academy: It’s great to have clear goals when you’re working hard toward something, like the GED. You say that you want to go to college, which is great, but take it a step farther. Start doing research now about what you want to go to college for. The clearer your goals—the more you can visualize exactly what it is you want—the easier it will be for you to study now and word toward them. Good luck!

worked as a CNA for many years, and the pay is not as good as an LPN. The medical field is what I LOVE, and without my GED, I can’t become an LPN or a nurse. I’ve always been in trouble for the most part of my life — in and out of jail. Becoming a CNA was a start, but I want more for myself. Thats why I considered getting my GED. I’m 40 years old, and you’re never to old make changes to your life.

How have your friends and family helped you? I have no friends or family to keep me motivated. My daughter is the one person who keeps me strong.

What problems have you faced? The problems I’ve faced are financial. I need more money to pay all of my bills.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? What I hope to get from getting my GED is to have what I truly want out of life, and to not look back to the past! I want my daughter to know that what I did was all for her and myself. I want my daughter to know that you can do anything you put your mind too!

Do you have more to your story? No, that’s all! I just want to better myself.

From The GED Academy: You’re definitely on the right track! It takes a lot of hard work to go out and find good jobs when you don’t have a GED, and you’ve been working as a CNA. You’ve also discovered that you love working in the medical field! That’s a lot to discover and do! So, give yourself a lot of credit for that! The next step is a GED and LPN training. If you look at what you’ve already accomplished, you’ll realize that you can absolutely do it! Good luck! Let us know when you pass.

class to prepare me for the GED test.

What problems have you faced? I have a problem with reading, but I m good with all the other subjects. I just need help with reading. I don’t know how to read very well, and I have some difficulties with writing too. I’m trying to study to get better with that and meet my goals.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to get a good career. I want to succeed. I will work hard and study every day so I can get my GED. I want to learn!

From The GED Academy: When you have troubles with reading, everything becomes a little bit harder. Find things you enjoy reading. Even if it’s short, funny articles online, maybe even comics, web forums, or games. Find things you enjoy first. Then, when you have to read the text, don’t just rush past it. Make sure you understand every word. Look things up if you don’t know them. It may take some time at first, but if you work with the things you enjoy, rather than simply going out and forcing yourself to read something you don’t care about, you’ll see yourself improving much faster!

Check out our online GED preparation program as well. It has some great reading and writing lessons! Good luck, and keep trying! You can accomplish anything if you put your mind to it!

their education is the best thing they can do for their future.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family inspired me by showing me how successful they have become by continuing their education and remaining very persistent in what they do.

What problems have you faced? The problem I have faced in my lifetime is that I’ve not stayed persistent. I’m unfocused. I know that in order to get where you want to go in life, you have to first prepare and set goals. That’s how you get started.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to be able to go to a real college. I hope to start working on becoming an RN, and to establish a process that will just help me become a better person and offer a better life for my family.

Do you have more to your story? No, right now that is all I can come up with. However, I would like to thank whoever took time to read my short story.

From The GED Academy: We’d like to thank you for taking the time to tell us your story! Persistence is tough. When we’re not seeing immediate results, it’s difficult to keep going. But a GED is life changing! It opens up so many doors to you. Keep that in mind, write it down somewhere where you’ll always see it, to keep you motivated. Keep talking to the successful people in your life too. You can do it! Just take it one step at a time, and you’ll get there!

all that I can be for my son, and to live up to my potential.

How have your friends and family helped you? I had doubts that my I could pass the GED. I thought I was stupid and would fail horribly. But my family encouraged me and believed in me until I was ready to take the first step towards getting my GED.

What problems have you faced? It is sometimes difficult to study and take care of my son at the same time.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to complete this stage of my life, focus on my family, and look into getting a part time job that involves children.

From The GED Academy: It’s great that you’re taking steps to get your GED so soon! It’s tough to balance children and studies, but it is possible! Do what you can, when you can, and just push yourself a little more each day. You’ll soon find that the balancing act gets easier and easier. And don’t feel stupid. Everyone learns in their own way. Find yours, and you’ll be sure to pass! Good luck!

my big sister, and my step dad help me.

I need help with my learning disability. I want to have a diploma so I can go to college.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I would like for my parents to be happy for me because I got my GED diploma. I would like to meet my goals, like getting a job, helping my mom with her bills, having a family, and going to college.

Do you have more to your story? I would love for my parents to be happy and proud of what I’ve done with my life. I want to go to college and have a better future so that when I have a family, I can teach my kids well.

From The GED Academy: It’s always difficult to study with a learning disability. Try different methods of studying. The traditional methods don’t always work for everyone. Do some research to find out other ways to study. Something out there is right for you. Keep at it, and you’ll be sure to pass. Good luck!

about starting all over. I don’t have anything holding me back but myself.

How have your friends and family helped you? My daughter said, “Mom, we need to get our GED together.”

What problems have you faced? I was more or less falling apart. When I was young, going back to school was the best thing I did, but I was scared. I know that this time, I’ll need a lot of help. This is where it starts.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? To show me that I’m not stupid. I have a long way to go, but I’m ready to try–to make it this time. I’m 54 years old, but you’re never too old to have dreams.

Do you have more to your story? I have all the time in the world to learn something new. My kids are all grown up now. It’s time for myself. Time to do something for me!

From The GED Academy: You’re right, it is time for you! Once the kids are grown up, it’s time to start thinking about what’s best for you! Getting a GED is a great start! It might take a little bit of studying to get yourself there, but it will be worth it in the end! Good luck! We know you can do it!

your friends and family helped you? They kept on reminding me that I could do it.

What problems have you faced? Math has been my only obstacle.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Once I get my diploma, I want to get into computers. There’s this commercial about a particular school that I want to attend. I called and went on a tour of the school. I almost joined, but when they asked me about my high school diploma or my GED, I had to tell them I didn’t have one. I felt so embarrassed that I walked out and didn’t look back. Now when I see that commercial, the passion in me about computers boils over, because for the first time in my whole life, I know what I want to do, but I have one huge thing holding me back. It’s not the GED. It’s myself… To be continued when I finally get my diploma.

From The GED Academy: You’re right, you’re the one who’s holding you back. Realizing that is a huge step toward not only getting your GED, but getting many things in life! It’s also very hard to work hard for something when you don’t have a clear goal in mind as to where it’s going to take you. Now that you know what you want, use that passion you have about computers and you’ll find it much easier than ever before! But do remember that it still takes a lot of work and determination on top of having a clear goal in mind. Good luck! Keep us updated!

able to go to school or get the job I want.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? That I can help someone who is going through the same thing, and tell them that they can do it too.

Do you have more to your story? I would just love to feel like I did something (other than not finishing my education).

From The GED Academy: That’s great that you want to help others in your situation! Having help is an important part to moving forward with ANYTHING! Ask your friends and family to help you study. Make a game out of it, so it’s fun for both of you! And when you’ve passed, make sure to come back here and tell us your success story! Good luck!

trying to get my GED so I can go to Everest to become a medical assistant.

How have your friends and family helped you? Yes, they have been wonderful.

What problems have you faced? I don’t have any problems. I’m very smart. It’s just that I’ve been in and out of high school. I have learned a few things from 10th and 11th grade. Other than that, I’ll find out what I need to know for the GED and it will come back very easily.

From The GED Academy: You’re right, if you’ve learned it before, it will come back to you easily. There are practice tests you can take before you sign up for the GED to see exactly what you should study for before you take the actual test. Combine those with some studying and you should be able to pass with no problem. Good luck!

family helped you? The only person who is motivating me is my daughter and my husband.

What problems have you faced? My biggest problem is that I never finished H.S., but now I’m trying to work hard to get my GED.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to go to collage and have a brighter future for myself and my family.

From The GED Academy: Helping your daughter with her homework can also be a great help to you! Teaching someone how to do something is one of the best ways to learn it! Keep at it, and you’ll get your GED soon! Good luck!

best life possible.

How have your friends and family helped you? My fiance has always told me that I have the potential to do anything I put my mind to. That I have that chip in my brain that can absorb and program anything and everything.

What problems have you faced? Not being able to get a good job is the biggest problem I’ve had to face. I knew the first step I had to take was to get my GED, so that I can provide a better future for me and my family.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to gain peace of mind, knowing that I can achieve any goal I choose in life, like having a good career, and being happy with my hopefully soon to be husband and our children.

From The GED Academy: A chip in your brain is a good analogy. Our brains will absorb whatever we feed them. If we feed them good information, they absorb it. If we feed them bad information, like telling ourselves we can’t do it, they absorb that too. Keep telling yourself you can do it. Keep studying! You’ll eventually get back wonderful things!

helped you? Yes, my friend told me that I need to go back to school.

What problems have you faced? I need help in every subject.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I would love to better my life and get a better job.

Do you have more to your story? I want to show my friends and family that I can do it by getting my GED.

From The GED Academy: If you need help, there are lots of programs out there to help re-educate you so that you can pass. Check to see if there are local adult education GED preparation programs, or you can sign up for programs online. Then, with just a little bit of studying each day, you’ll be ready to take the test sooner than you think. Good luck!

I need to get a diploma, because I need to find work so that I can go to college.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? If I get a GED diploma, I can go to college. My dream is to become a nurse or a doctor. I hope I can do that.

Do you have more to your story? I can’t finish school, and I can’t speak English very well. I want to help my family. That’s why I need to get my GED.

From The GED Academy: You say that you can’t do a lot of things, but that’s not true. You CAN finish school. You CAN speak English well. You CAN pass the GED test! You just need some confidence and practice. Find organizations around your city that might be able to help you, or if none are available, look online. Find places to speak only in English and go to them every day. Tell yourself that you can do anything you set your mind to, and then do it! You can be a nurse. You can be a doctor! Just take small steps, and you’ll be sure to reach your goals. Good luck!

became grown.

How have your friends and family helped you? Yes. My fiancé and best friend of 11 years, Leslie, along with her mother, my mother, brothers, sisters, and friends.

What problems have you faced? I had plenty of years to take the GED test, but I was scared that I wouldn’t pass the math portion, and I was too busy making money, travelling, and taking care of my family. Once you start making money and taking care of responibilties, some of us forget about schooling. We see the bills and just want to pay them. We see the vacation and just ant to take one. However, when the money runs out, we have to find a job to make more money. Most of the positions I wanted, I was asked to produce my High School Diploma or GED, and I could not produce it. So I landed on welfare to help get me through the difficult financial times. I also face hardships of being semi-paralysed in a wheelchair, only to be told by doctors that I wouldn’t walk again, but I did walk with the help of God and my children’s mother.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I have accomplished many good things in my life: from becoming a freelance model, music artist, to an author of a national bestselling book titled “G-String Dreams: True Confessions of A Male Exotic Dancer.” I even made appearances on talk shows such as RuPaul, Maury Povich and the former Ricki Lake Show. I want to graduate. I want to wear a cap and gown and frame my GED in my home. I want my children, who are now between the ages of 19 and 12, to see that no matter how old you get, or hard life gets, you don’t give up. I gave up on plenty of things, but I am very close to getting my GED. I scored 400 on the math, 550 on Writing, 490 on Science, 480 Social Studies and 450 Reading. I am determine to keep going. And when I do complete that test, I am coming at the workforce armed and ready. Otherwise, I’ll reopen up my own business again, which was my publishing company Survival First Publishing. Getting a job is still a door that I have to walk through, because I have to face the barriers of my past from getting in trouble with the law some 20 years ago. But I hope by me earning a GED, that door will close.

Do you have more to your story? Getting my GED also for me is the biggest accomplishment I could ever make. I gave up on many things in my life. I have six children and this time; there is no giving up. My new fiance, Leslie, is pushing me to go on, and we want to be married. So I hope I will graduate before we say I DO. It will make a beautiful present.

From The GED Academy: You have had an incredibly full life. Getting a GED is important, but never forget your amazing accomplishments. There are millions of high school graduates who haven’t even attempted half the things you’ve done. It’s easy to brush artistic things off like modelling, music, and writing off as lesser things, but in truth, it takes much more effort and fortitude to put yourself out there as an artist than to simply follow the steps society lays out for us. So, be proud of yourself! And have the confidence that with your GED and life experience, you can conquer the world in ways you never dreamed! No door will be closed to you. Good luck, study a little more on your math, and let us know when you pass!

older, I can relax and retire. But now, I just play cards with my family all day. My real goal is to live in my own home in a nice, peaceful community. I might like to get into welding or engineering. I’d like to work with planes. Planes, jets, the space station, these are the things that motivate me. So I’m going to work hard and be the best I can be!

From The GED Academy: Welding and engineering are great fields to get into! If you’re interested in planes, you could also look into joining the military. They help pay for school and teach you how to work with planes, both as a pilot and as an engineer. To pass the GED, you’ll need to be able to write a coherent essay. Find some adult education programs on writing and work hard on your spelling, grammar, and syntax. With some good time spent studying, you’ll be able to pass! You’re starting on the right track by posting your thoughts here. Keep at it! And good luck!

could have turned out.

How have your friends and family helped you? My two daughters has always eccouraged me to go back to school. They are my source of inspiration. I’ve also got some wonderful friends who are with me all the way.

What problems have you faced? My major problems are the maths and sciences.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I would like to go to college. I want to be a social worker for victims of abuse.

From The GED Academy: Congratulations on the decision to go back to school! It’s a tough decision to make when you’ve been out for a while, and a social worker is a great aspiration! Luckily, to pass the GED, you don’t need to memorize the table of elements or know the molecular formula of sodium chloride. Rather, the science portion of the test gives you information, and asks you to use logic to deduce why things works the way they do. You should take some practice tests to see how you do on the science portion. Math might be a little harder, but if you take it slow and easy, and enroll in a good prep program, you’ll be able to get it. Just keep studying, and let us know when you pass.

least I can get a GED so my family can be proud of me, rather than wonder what I’m going to do with my life. I realized that, without a degree, you can’t find good jobs, and I dont want to waste any more years in high school. The best option now is to get my GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? Every day my parents ask me, ”Jia, what’s on your mind today? Oh, I know, it isn’t school.” I think it’s time for me to do something with my life before it’s too late. Since I’m young, I can still make it through college.

What problems have you faced? I have faced a lot, and I’ve let a lot of people down. Nobody ever expected me to drop out of high school. My grandparents had high hopes I would be sucessful in life. After hearing that I dropped out, they were really hurt, so I think it’s time for me to step back up and do something with my life. My friends and family look at me differently because I made a decision that they didn’t like. I was really hurt by that. Then I thought that it’s beacuse I hurt them first, and they just don’t want to see my future go down the drain.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? After getting my GED, hopefully I’ll get accepted to ACCC and graducate with a degree in accounting. Then I want to run my own business. That’s if I can pass my GED test anyway, but I’m looking foward to it.

From The GED Academy: You are young! You’re still 17, and most people your age don’t even have a high school diploma yet! If you’re certain that graduating high school would be impossible, then a GED is definitely a great way to go. But don’t just jump into taking the test. Even high school graduates can’t pass the GED sometimes because they test different things, like logic and comprehension. Find a good study program and take some practice tests first to make sure you’re ready. Then when you take the GED test, you’ll pass it for sure and enter into college along with all your old classmates. Don’t feel bad or ashamed, you’re thinking about your future! Good luck!

asks me if I finished school, and I never answer his question. I don’t want him to have the same fate as me.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mother and grandmother are always inspiring me. They tell me that getting my degree or finishing school will get me somewhere better than where I am now.

What problems have you faced? I faced a lot of problems, like not having a job and not having enough money to get everything my kids need. I won’t be able to solve these problems either until I get my GED.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope that I’ll be able to go to college and have a career. I want to show my son that I am someone—that I’m not just staying at home, doing nothing. I hope that by going to college and getting a good job, I will show my husband that I can do better.

Do you have more to your story? I will share more about my life, so that people who have the same problems can see that they can do it to. I dropped out of school when I was in the 8th grade because I was involved in drugs and other things. I thought that even though I was doing this, I could still have a good career, but I was wrong. Instead, I headed down the wrong path. I got married, and I thought that I was never going to need school because he worked. But I started to realize that I was forgetting a lot of things, like math, writing, and I am even forgetting English. So, you see why I am motivated to get my GED.

From The GED Academy: It is easy to forget things like math, writing, and English. When we forget the basics, it’s not only hard to get a good job, but to live our lives to the fullest. Without math, we might not realize that we overpaid at the grocery store. Without good writing and English skills, every day communication can break down. It’s easy to do too if your husband is working and making enough money to pay for the family. Don’t feel bad! These things will come back to you once you start studying. You’ve made the decision to turn your life around, and that’s a great start! Keep focusing on your goals. What career do you want to have? How will you get it? Plan out the specific steps you need to take in order to fufill your dreams, and then focus on each step, one at a time. Before you know it, you’ll be well on your way with the confidence that you can do anything you set your mind to! Good luck! And let us know how you’re doing!

two kids. I would like to put them through college. I would have graduated, but I didn’t pass my TAKS test. I missed it by two points. I have waited a long time. I’ve been putting it off to work, but now I would like to get my GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family and friends always inspire me, but I put studying for the test off all the time.

What problems have you faced? I have not had any problems. I just want to get a GED so I can become an RN, a criminal investigator, or work in a crime lab.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to get a better job and live life to the fullest.

From The GED Academy: It’s easy to put things off. Every day, you tell yourself, “I’ll just do it tomorrow,” and tomorrow turns into next week, next month, next year. Start telling yourself that you’ll do it today! Start small, and just study for even 5 minutes if that’s what it takes. You can definitely study for 5 minutes TODAY! Then as you see that it’s possible, raise that time up to 10 minutes, 20, minutes, 30 minutes, until you’ve built a habit and are finally studying the amount you want. Good luck!

friend helped me. He told me that studying for, and passing the GED, is what’s best. It will help my future.

What problems have you faced? I didn’t go to school, because I have a problem with money. So, I’m studying online in order to get my GED.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to pass the GED test so I can move on with my life.

From The GED Academy: Good luck with the GED! It’s a good start toward a brighter future, but it’s only the first step! Education will not make you money instantly or easily. If you plan on going to college, you will still need money. The GED will help you to get a job, and then it will be a long road beyond that. Brush up on your English and take some writing courses. The essay is a big part of the GED and you will need to be able to write a clear, well organized essay to pass. If you study hard, and have patience, you’ll get to that brighter future. Good luck!

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How have your friends and family helped you? The only one was my dad, but he passed in ’08, when I tried to get my GED for the first time. So, I want to do this for him and my son.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to be able to help my son with his schooling, and I want to show my dad that I did it, even though he’s not here anymore. He can still see me, and I want to better my life with a good paying job.

From The GED Academy: Your son is still very young, so don’t feel rushed. Take your time, get enrolled in a good GED prep program, and you’ll have your GED before you know it! Good luck!

future.

How have your friends and family helped you? They thought it was a great idea that I wanted to do something with my life, and not wait until it was too late.

What problems have you faced? I faced feeling like the stupid one all the time. I didn’t understand school when I went, so I just turned to the streets and got myself into trouble all the time. I went down the wrong road.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Getting my GED will show everyone that I’m not a screw up, and that I made it on my own two feet. I want to go to college so that one day, when I have kids, they will look up to me. So I can take better care of them. I want to work at Sea World, or became a teacher, but any career that pays good money I’m down for.

Do you have more to your story? I’ve just got to say that if I can make it, anyone can.

From The GED Academy: Good luck with getting your GED degree! High school is a challenge for everyone, and then even more so if you’re finding it difficult to understand things! But you have another chance to make something of yourself, and you’re taking it right away! You’re only 18, and you’ve already made this decision, so congratulations, you’re on the right road now! Find a good prep program and brush up on your skills, and you’ll be in college right along with everyone else in no time. You’ll show them all you’ve got what it takes!

aide, and I love my job, but I need to do this for myself.

How have your friends and family helped you? My boyfriend; he’s so smart, and he’s in college now trying to become an accountant. He gives me confidence to do this. He doesn’t even know that I didn’t graduate.

What problems have you faced? I really need help with my math. To be honest, that’s what kept me from getting my degree in the first place.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to become a nurse. I’ve always wanted to help people, and be a positive role model for all women in the same situation as I am. I was afraid for a long time—I still am—but I know that I’m only hindering myself from my dreams.

From The GED Academy: That’s great that your boyfriend is a source of inspiration to you! It’s always helpful to spend time around people who are living a lifestyle you want to live. We emulate the people around us, be it a good or bad thing. If he’s also studying to be an accountant, then he should be able to help you with your math! Don’t be afraid to tell him the truth. It’s so much easier to study for the GED test when you have someone to help you. Good luck, and let us know when you become a nurse!

vision, which was something that happen to me after birth. I died as a baby, and was bright back to life. I had to be placed on very high levels of pure oxygen, and I receive too much oxygen, which damaged my eyes and cause me to have low vision. I have no field of vision in my right eye. I have 20/60 vision in my left. And if that weren’t enough, I’m also nearsighted and farsighted. To make a long story short, as a resort of my vision, I wasn’t able to clearly see my school work, and was put into some special ed classes to get one on one help with some subjects like math and science. I also had regular classes as well. I did have a vision teacher in elementary school, Jr. High & High School who followed me around in a few classes, in case I needed help with reading out of my text books or copying notes off the black board. During the 90’s, they didn’t have marker boards, and also the class room lighting wasn’t that good, so I had a lot of difficulties seeing my work. As a result of my being in some special ed classes, they told me that I didn’t have to take the GHSGT (Georgia High School Graduation Test), but in 12th Grade, they told me that I did have to take it. Even though I signed papers stating otherwise! So I took the GHSGT, and I past English/language arts, writing, and social studies. I got a 482 in math, and a 493 in science. I took the Graduation Test 5 times for Math and Science, but I received the same score each time. I wasn’t able to be in a science lab because of my vision, and I didn’t learn everything I needed to learn in math in science. So, I made up my mind to go and take the GED test, because I want to be make something of myself and have a career in Computer Programing. I also attended College. It was very fun and very easy for me. I love technology, and I studied it from middle school until high school. I took all the classes that my school had to offer, and passed every one of them with a 90 or above avg. I also got a few certificates awarded to me in computer technology and finance before finishing high school. So, I guess that’s why they made take the GHSGT, because they felt like I could get my High School Diploma. But I only ever learned pre-algebra. They told me that I didn’t have to take algebra 1 or 2. But I know everything that you learned in pre-algebra will carry on to algebra 1 and 2 and so on. That’s my story.

How have your friends and family helped you? Who motivated me? God, my mom, and my grandmother. Who inspired me? My family. They all went to and finished school, then went on to college! My mother inspired me most, because she told me I can do anything that I wanted to if I have faith and trust in God and in myself. I can do anything if I put my mind to it. There is no limit to what I can do! I’m a strong believer in education!!!

What problems have you faced? As an adult, I haven’t really faced too many problems. I keep to myself and mind my own business. The only common problem I really faced is people who think I’m stuck up or something. Nothing major at all. All I do is pray and keep on moving. Life is too short for silliness and drama.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I wouldn’t say I hope to gain anything. I say I will become a computer technician, and it shall be done in Jesus’s name.

Do you have more to your story? I would like to let everybody out there with a disability know that you can be anything you want to. If you have faith, and believe in yourself as well as God, you can do anything. Never settle for less, or let anyone tell you WHAT YOU CAN’T DO! YOU CAN AND YOU WILL IF YOU BELIEVE! Nobody knows you better then yourself & God.

From The GED Academy: Education can certainly be tough when you have disabilities, but there are a lot of programs dedicated to helping people with disabilities too. Even the GED test offers accommodations to people with disabilities, so be sure to look around and see if you can get any help. It looks like, because you didn’t learn what you needed to know in math, you’ll definitely need to find a good preparation course, either online or locally. Taking the GED test alone won’t raise your scores. You need to learn the information first, and you’re right, pre-algebra is a stepping stone to algebra 1 and 2! You got good grades on all your other subjects, so just take the time to learn math and science, and you’ll do fine! Good luck!

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How have your friends and family helped you? All I have is my mom. She has motivated me. We’ve always been friends.

What problems have you faced? When I have problems, I go running and crying to my mom.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I’ve always wanted to be a police officer.

Do you have more to your story? I’m a black belt in TaeKwonDo.

From The GED Academy: A black belt in TaeKwonDo? That’s impressive! And it shows that you really have what it takes to achieve your dreams! A police officer sounds like it would be a great job for you! As a black belt, you could also possibly get a job helping to instruct other students. Enroll in a good GED prep program to work on your grammar, spelling, and reading, as well as some other subjects you might want to brush up on, and you’ll be on your way. You know you can do it, just keep at it like you did with TaeKwonDo. Good luck!

when I requested my transcripts from the church school that I graduated from back in ’93, they were “unable to find them” (to wit, the school more than likely wasn’t accredited back then, so I have no viable transcripts). That’s when I realized that I needed concrete proof of having finished high school…or, in this case, getting a GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? My friends and family were very supportive when I registered to take the GED test, and have continued to be supportive while I wait on the results. They encouraged me while I was studying, and their belief that I did well on the test has bolstered my own belief in myself that I can take this first step on the way to more learning and earning!

What problems have you faced? Registering for the GED test, as well as buying a study guide weren’t as big a problem as I thought they’d be, but reading over the material I needed to study—especially Math, Social Studies, and Science—gave me a few fits. I studied the best I could, and when it came to the actual test, I believe that my studying paid off. My other concern was the essay that I had to write. While I read voraciously and have a habit of making sure I spell everything I write right, I struggle with writing techniques, such as writing stories and essays. *wry grin* Once again, I did the best I could, and I choose to believe that I did well enough to pass.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? Once I get my GED, I hope to get myself started on an A.A. degree. While I greatly enjoy drawing and art, I don’t know if that’s what I want to do as a career. If I become an animator, a comic book artist, or an illustrator, will it stop being a pleasure and become a burden? Just a regular job? I don’t know, so I’ll start with the basics: first GED, then college, and hopefully along the way I’ll find out what I want to do. I think the fun will be in the journey.

From The GED Academy: There’s nothing wrong with doing what you enjoy for a living! Certainly, it will no longer be quite as fun because you’d have to work for others and do as they say, or because you have deadlines, but think about it this way: if you do something else for eight hours a day, how much time will you have left for your hobbies? Taking art classes in college is a good way to see if you can manage it, especially with the more strict teachers who want it done their way or no way. If your response to that is aggressive or defensive, then you might not want to do art as a career. If you can handle those harsh rules and criticisms, then you’d be just fine doing it as a job.

Good luck, and let us know how you did!

have encouraged me. My family made realize that I have choices.

What problems have you faced? I never really thought that education was very important, and that caused me problems.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to gain inspiration, motivation, and responsibility for my life.

From The GED Academy: It’s great you have encouragement from your associates and family! It sounds like you’re at a turning point in your life. Keep it up, and you’ll pass your GED test soon!

I’m only allowed to get 6 a year. That would mean I’d have to get a modified diploma, and I’d like to not be in school when I turn 18 this year. My birthday is in November.

How have your friends and family helped you? My DHS Caseworker, Michael.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I really want to become an animal cop that works with the ASPCA in Houston.

From The GED Academy: You have very specific and clear goals. It’s tough when you can see your own future so clearly, but circumstances hold you back such as those 14 credits. Look into other options as well, such as taking college classes that can give you both credits in high school and college at the same time. You’re still very young with your whole life in front of you, so don’t feel like it’s too late, or that you’re running out of time. You’re only 17! You’ve got your whole future ahead of you, and with determination and in setting those clear and specific goals, you’ll be sure to reach them no matter which path you take. Good luck!

had straight A’s, but I was three years behind in my credits.

How have your friends and family helped you? I had my son when I was almost 20 years old, and I want him to have a good life.

What problems have you faced? I can’t drive yet, and my husband works full time, so I need someone to watch my son while I have a friend drive me to the testing center.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope go to college, so I can better my son’s and my own life.

From The GED Academy: If you had straight A’s, it probably won’t be difficult for you to pass! Just be sure to take a few practice tests first so that you KNOW you can pass before spending the money to take the test. If you’ve forgotten anything since high school, it probably won’t take long to re-learn those concepts. Getting by with a baby can be very difficult, but there are lots of programs to help you and your son. Good luck! We know you can do it!

my GED, so I can go to job corps.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to be an auto mechanic.

From The GED Academy: Good luck with your GED! An auto mechanic is a great goal. Just keep moving forward, you’re still very young and you’ve got your whole life ahead of you. You’ll have your GED in no time!

me on the right track in getting my GED. When I feel like quitting, they’re right there to give me a helping hand.

What problems have you faced? I have faced lot of problems while trying to get my GED. I solve them by not giving up, and I keep on praying.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I want to be a R.N. or just get a good paying job.

From The GED Academy: Keep on working, you’ll do fine! You’ve got the right idea, don’t give up and keep your eyes on your goals. A nurse is a great goal, but it’s also good you’re open to other possibilities. There’s so many options out there, and once you’ve got your GED, it’s just the beginning. You’ll have so many doors opening for you! Good luck!

my family doesn’t help me. They don’t want anything to do with me because of what I used to do in the past. My ex-girlfriend used to help a lot, but now she’s not talking to me.

What problems have you faced? No problems so far. I just need to find a good website online to study and to take the GED test, so I can find a new job.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? A new life. I dropped out of school in 6th grade, because I was hanging out with bad people. They smoked weed and drank, so I moved in with them because I thought it was fun. Then my ex-girlfriend (back when we were dating) told me that I should stop and think about what I’ve been doing all those years. I even had to go to court with one of the friends I was living with for not going to school all this time. Then all my friends moved away. I said I couldn’t move with them, because I couldn’t live that kind of life anymore. So, I moved in with my mom’s friend who makes me go to school every day. But, I dont see why I should go back to school. I dropped out in the 6th grade, and now I’m in the 10th grade, but I’m too far behind to finish!

Do you have more to your story? I’m hoping to pass the GED test, so I can get a good paying job. Then I can buy a truck, move out, and live on my own. I turn 18 in November. I want to meet new people and maybe find a girlfriend that treats me the way I treat her. But, I don’t know... I’m tired of getting hurt and cheated on. That’s another reason why I dropped out of school. All my ex-girlfriends just keep hurting me. All I want is to pass the GED test and to start a new life.

From The GED Academy: Thanks for keeping us updated! It sounds like life is pretty complicated for you. Last time you wrote us though, you said that your family supported you 100%. What happened? If you’re on the right track now, maybe it might be a good idea to talk to them and let them know you’ve changed. Ask for their help. It’s always difficult to do things on your own. But it also sounds like your mom’s friend who is making you go to school cares about you and your education too.

Often times, when things are difficult, our first thought is to start over. But starting over rarely solves problems. Try to look at the good things in your life. Look for people around you who you can talk to and confide in. Don’t worry about getting another girlfriend right now, you need to focus on your education, your future, and yourself. If you cultivate these things, then the right person will eventually come along. But for now, just work on making the best out of the situation you’re in, and take things one step at a time. You can pass the GED test! You can have a great future! Just take it one step at a time. Good luck!

requires a GED. That’s what made me decide to get my GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? Some of my family has encouraged me to go for it, because they know I can do it.

What problems have you faced? My biggest problem is that there isn’t enough time in the day. When I come home from work in the evening, it’s not easy to go out again for school. Especially because it takes so long to get to school from my house. If I could get help online, it would be a life-saver for me.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? If I get my GED, that would certainly be a dream come true. There is so much that I would like to do, and like I said earlier, everything requires a GED now.

Do you have more to your story? Not now, but I will surely have a lot more after I achieve the GED!

From The GED Academy: It sounds like The GED Academy is perfect for you! We just know that if you study every day, you’ll be passing the GED in no time! You’re right, so much requires a GED these days, and getting one will open up so many doors. It’s great that you’ve got your sights set for something beyond the GED too. Architecture is a great field! Once you’ve passed and expand on your story, come back and let us know! Good luck!

life.

How have your friends and family helped you? They have helped me by getting me on the right track and keeping my focused. They have introduced me to people who’ve never done anything with their lives. It showed me that I can do more with mine; I can be anything I want to be. I can do anything I want to do, as long as I set my mind to it.

What problems have you faced? Well, my problems started when I was 16. I got kicked out of school, and I started getting into the party scene. I got pregnant and moved in with my boyfriend who had dropped out of school and had no job. We lived with his parents, then I started hating my life. I moved to a place where I didn’t know anybody, and I realized I couldn’t wait for my life to change. I had to do it myself.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain an education, so I can go to college and make something of myself. I have two things I would love to do. First, I would love to go to a Christian college and become a counselor for young teens. Then, I could help lead them to God. Christianity has always been a huge part of my life. I once led an atheist to Christianity, and it was the most amazing feeling in the world. The second thing I would love to do is become a singer/song writer. I love to sing. Music has always been my passion for as long as long as I can remember. I take my problems and relationships, and I write music from them. I’m hoping that I can reach these goals by getting my GED.

From The GED Academy: You know what you want, and have very clear goals, and that’s great! If you can get involved with your locals churches, that’s a great support group to help you with getting your GED and beyond! Music is also a great aspiration. It can be very therapeutic and help to get you through tough times to be able to write songs about your problems. If it’s helpful, crank up some background music to study to (probably something without words, or just something with lyrics you won’t want to focus on too much). Good luck!

forward.

From The GED Academy: There’s no time like the present! Don’t look back at the past; you can keep your eyes on the goal this time. Good luck!

my father, my grandmother, and the rest of my family have helped me.

What problems have you faced? I’ve had a lot of problems, but with God, I’ve been making it through them.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I am a young minister. Once I finish with my ministry, then I’m going back to school.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you have a lot of support from your family, and if you’re involved in a ministry, you probably get a lot of support from them as well! If you ever find it difficult to study and concentrate, let your family and your church friends know. With their help, you’ll definitely be able to pass. Good luck!

graduate from school?” I couldn’t answer her. That’s when I knew I just had to get my life back and start a career!!

How have your friends and family helped you? My family has been so supportive of my decisions. They tell me that the sky is not the limit; you can go higher. And I will! My friends, most of them have a diploma, but some want to get their GED as well!! My daughter has motivated me to go back to school too!!

What problems have you faced? My biggest problem is focusing: staying on track and not losing interest!

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to be a jounalist/reporter. I love the news. I hope to get away from the small town I have lived in all my life and move somewhere else. I want to meet new people and start over!!

From The GED Academy: Living in a small down can be frustrating for a lot of people, but it can also be a great start! Getting work with your local newspaper would be a wonderful stepping stone to bigger publications! If you have other friends who want to get their GED, start a study group and work together! Friends can be a great inspiration and can keep you motivated. Find ways to make studying fun so you won’t lose interest. Hang a picture of your children in your study area, and keep your eye on your goals. You’ll be sure to pass! Good luck!

have you faced? School was difficult, but I had help.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to be a veterinarian.

From The GED Academy: That would be great to work with animals! It’s great that you have help with school, it can be difficult for a lot of people, but keep working at it and you’ll be sure to pass! Good luck with your GED and college beyond that!

helped you? Depression gets in the way. I can lose interest very easily.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Being in law or nursing would be nice.

From The GED Academy: It’s difficult to study and stay on track when you lose interest in something. Depression and loss of interest are similar. Both of them deal with not looking at the long term benefits of something. When you’re feeling like there’s no point to studying anymore, and you’re bored with it, take some time out and think about all the things you want for your future. Think about the kind of future you want for your kids, and start making plans for them, and for yourself. You’ll redevelop that excitement, and it will be easier to study again. Good luck!

helped you? My ex motivated me. He showed me how much I did NOT want to be like him: broke, living at home, and without any ambition. He made me realize how depressing life can be if you choose to make nothing of it. He showed me just how much drive I have burning inside of me.

What problems have you faced? Getting caught up in the party scene at a young age caused me to get addicted to alcohol and drugs, and I dropped out of school when I was 16. Overcoming that, I later signed up for a correspondence school. I haven’t finished that though, due to the fact that I was in a life threatening car accident, which caused me to become a paraplegic. I completely forgot about school since I had to learn basic things, such as taking care of myself, all over again. So much time has passed, and I have come to realize that I need to get my GED. I don’t need to waste anymore time. I want to get into college while I’m still young.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain peace of mind. I hope to gain the education I never allowed myself to have. I want to go to college and learn everything I possibly can. The mind is the most powerful thing, and I’m tired of mine being empty. I want to fill it with as much knowledge as it can hold. The things I favor studying the most are: writing, psychology, art, photography, and film. I hope that with getting the GED, I can fulfill these things.

From The GED Academy: Those sound like fun things to study, and you’ll have a great time in college if you choose one of them as your major! With a little practice and studying, you’ll be able to pass your GED with no problem! It sounds like you’re pretty intelligent, real life just keeps getting in the way of you continuing your education. Make studying your priority. Remember that fire and drive when you study, especially when times get tough or boring, and take it one step at a time. Just don’t stop, and you’ll get there sooner than you think! Good luck!

anything.

How have your friends and family helped you? They tell me I can do it, to keep studying, to keep trying, and that there’s nothing that I can’t do. They have been really supportive-especially my mother. She keeps me motivated by telling me to keep trying and to keep moving foward until I get it. I know I can with more practice. I’m going to get my GED, and I won’t stop until I do.

What problems have you faced? I actually did graduate from high school, but I graduated out of special education. I wouldn’t say that I have mental disability, I just learn at a slightly slower pace than average, and I feel like I didn’t try my hardest. I feel like I could have done better to get into regular education, but I didn’t. So, now I’m stuck trying to get my GED. I recently took the reading part of the GED test in April, and I got a 370. I was disappointed, because I thought that I had passed it. I was a little discouraged, but I said to myself “I can’t let this keep me down. I’ve got to get up and try again.” So, that’s what I’m doing: going back to studying, so I can take the whole test in July. Then I will be able to register for college!

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Like I said earlier, I want to make a better future for myself and my family. After I obtain my GED, I want to enroll in a nursing program. I want to become a Registered Nurse (RN). I’ve always wanted to help others. I also want this, because I want my future children to have the life that I never had. I don’t want them to want for anything. I want them to have it set in their minds that what ever they want, mom can get it for them. I don’t want them sitting around, not wanting to get involve in school sports or anything because they’re worrying about mom not having money to pay for the expenses. I just don’t want that kind of life for me and my family at all. So, that’s why I’m trying to stay commited and dedicated, because I need this for more than just me. The way my life turns out has a huge impact on the life of my future children, and I want them to dream big, so I have to dream big and try my hardest!

From The GED Academy: Setting your goals high and dreaming big is definitely the right attitude! There’s also lots of people who learn a little different and a little more slowly. Examine different ways your might study: use flashcards, write different bits of information in different colors, maybe say things to yourself out loud to imprint them into your brain. There’s a strategy that will work for you! Good luck getting your GED, we know you can do it!

and you can do it! Good luck!

it.

What problems have you faced? Not being able to get a good job that I love. I’m going to take my GED and pass it, so then I can go to school.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to get my GED and go to college for business management.

From The GED Academy: You can do it! Business management is a great field to get into. Just keep your eyes on that goal and you’ll have your GED in no time!

helped you? My son has motivated me, because I don’t want him growing up and not finishing his education like I did.

What problems have you faced? I hope to have a better future for my son, and a wonderful job in nursing.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I’m 22 years old. I have a son that is 1 year and 6 months old. His daddy walked out on us. Now I’m engaged to a wonderful man, and he treats me and my son very good.

From The GED Academy: That’s wonderful that you’ve found someone who is treating you and your son well. It can be very difficult to think about education in an unsupportive environment. Nursing is also a great profession to get into. Good luck! We’re sure you can do it!

I have nothing to do at home, and my P.O. informed me that I could take the GED test at the college in Lincoln City. I was looking to it, and now I’m really trying to get in, so I can do what I need to do in life, be there for my family, and have money to support them in the future.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, mostly my big brother wants me to come live in Reno with him. I’m pushing myself to meet that goal.

From The GED Academy: It’s great to have a goal to work toward, and Reno is a great place! It would be good to live near your brother too, if he’s supportive. You’ve got the right idea in trying to keep away from the people who have gotten you into trouble in the past. Keep friendships and relations that are supportive and helpful to you, and you’ll only do better and better. Good luck with the GED and getting into your local college!

want to be a good example to my children.

How have your friends and family helped you? My husband helps me.

What problems have you faced? I face never having time. Being a wife and a mother of two, it’s hard to find time to study. All that matters is God, and I pray that he motivates me to get this done.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? My hopes are that I pass. My goals are that I can stay motivated, so I can learn. What I will gain from getting my GED is feeling proud of myself.

Do you have more to your story? I am a mother and a wife. My oldest is seven and a half. I home-school her. My baby is two in May. I am a stay-at-home mother and love it!! I am a strong believer in Jesus Christ. He is the main focus in my life. He is the most important.

From The GED Academy: Getting your GED will be a great example to your children! Also, getting back into the habit of studying will help you with home-schooling them as well. It’s tough to find time to study when you’re so busy at home. However, it’s also easy to let the time get away from you. Set aside an hour each day that is reserved for you and your studies. Go somewhere where you won’t be distracted, and let everyone know that this is your study time. Sometimes we need to do this, and be strict on ourselves, or else we’ll simply never find the time. Good luck!

from school to school because my parents would always move. I tried going back for my GED several times in the past but didn’t feel like I was accomplishing anything, so I kept dropping out. I’ve had three children since then, and I feel like now is the time for me to continue my education. This time, I’ll graduate. I am a stay-at-home mom right now, but only until my 10-month-old baby turns three. I want to be able to get a really good job, and the only way is to get my GED. I do not want to settle for a minimum paying job. It just wont be enough.

How have your friends and family helped you? My children have inspired me, because if it weren’t for them I wouldn’t be, or want to be, all i can be.

What problems have you faced? I have faced many problems in life. If I sat here and wrote about everything I went through, and what I had to do to get through them, I would be writing for days. What has helped me solve all of my problems is being strong and thinking smart. Always be better, ask questions, never feel you aren’t or won’t be good enough, and make smarter choices.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain a good career for my children, because I will be getting married soon, and I will like to be able to help bring in income to help my family. I know that we all want things, but the only way you will ever afford them is to have a good job, bring home a decent pay check, and save money. As long as you have money in the bank, you will never be broke. My goal is to find a career that I would love to do to bring me up in life: somewhere i can grow. My dream is to succeed, to prove to those that doubted me, and to become all I can.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you’ve gone through a lot in your life, and that has made you stronger and wiser. Getting an education can be a long and difficult process, and it’s definitely easy to ask yourself “is this really doing me any good?” while you’re through it, but keep these things you’ve written about in mind as you do, and I’m sure you’ll pull through to the end! Good luck!

drugs. Now I’m 17, I found new friends that I live with, and I just started going back to school this year. I’m in the 10th grade, and I’m to far behind to pass, so I’ll need a GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? My love and my family are always there for me 100%.

What problems have you faced? I hope to get my GED because I want to save a lot of money in order to move to see my love, who lives three hours away.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? One of the reasons why I want to... no, NEED to get my GED is to go see my love, who lives three hours away. We haven’t talked in about 60 days, and I need to know what’s going on. Me and my girl made A LOT of plans! We want to get a big house with a big yard, some nice big trucks, get married, and have 2 kids (a boy and girl). So, that’s why I need to get my GED, to find out.

From The GED Academy: That’s wonderful that your friends and family are there for you! Having support like that really helps. A GED is a good way to get a good paying job. It’s also a good start toward the future that you want. Having a big house costs money, and the more education you have, the more money you’ll likely acquire throughout your lifetime. Hopefully things are OK with your girlfriend, and good luck with your GED!

letting me know that the sky is the limit. Just work hard and reach for it.

What problems have you faced? I faced peer pressure, suicidal attempts, and became a mother too soon. However, I use my early motherhood as my motivation.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to get a better job, so I can further my studies in the pastry arts. My goal is to become a pastry chef, and run my own business.

From The GED Academy: Your friends and family are right, the sky IS the limit! Running your own pastry business sounds fun, and the GED is a great start! Keep your eyes on the sky, keep working hard, and you’ll be able to achieve anything you set your sights on. Good luck!

getting your GED? To get a better job. To be able to provide more for my children. To be able to put away money for their education.

From The GED Academy: If your employers aren’t showing you the courtesy to even explain why you’re not getting a raise, then it probably is time to start looking for a new job. Getting a GED is definitely the first step. It’s always easier to search for a new job while you still have your old one too. Good luck with your GED and your future job hunt, we know you can do it!

children.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To take up a trade.

From The GED Academy: Good luck with getting your GED!

Corps but couldn’t stay focused. I’ve always had a hard time staying on task and sticking to something I start. After sitting on my butt at home and hanging out with friends for 5 months, I went running one day and realized that I’ve got to do something with myself.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family is very supportive. They all want me to do better with my life: to become somebody important. Until I Started dating my boyfriend, Miles, I just kept postponing it. He told me last night, all I do is sit at home all day wanting to talk to him. I need to do something that will better myself. At first i thought, “Wow, your kinda mean.” Then I realized, he only wants to help me.

What problems have you faced? I’ve had two suicide attempts in the last two years. I lost my Granny, and I dropped out of high school. I overcame all my problems with the help and support of my friends and family.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? My goal is to have a life that’s better than those who I hang out with. Most of my friends are in their 20’s, and they still live with their parents: jobless and dependant on others to take care of both them and their children. I want to be able to take care of my own, and build a life for myself that will allow me to depend on me, not those around me.

Do you have more to your story? At 17, I already realize that without an education, you wont get anywhere. You’ll depend on everyone else except yourself to take care of all your needs. Get your education and learn to live for yourself. Stick with what you start.

From The GED Academy: Those are very inspiring words. We’re glad that you’re taking this seriously, and that you’ve found something to look forward to in your life. Lots of teenagers feel like the overly dramatic world of High School is what life is all about, but once you leave, you quickly realize that there’s much more out there. An education is definitely important in order to achieve your goals, but it looks like you’ve already got the right attitude to move closer to those goals, and that’s the hardest part. Just remember that life can always change, and that you’re the one in control of it. Good luck, and let us know when you’ve passed your GED!

place to get started with your life. They have a lot of great educational programs, and the skills you learn in training are invaluable. Good luck!

that I know of.

What problems have you faced? My problem is getting started with studying and keeping up with it once I have. I’ll get started one day, then get bored and never go back to it. I keep telling myself each day that I’m going to study for my GED, but I dont. Hopefully I’ll get my act together soon.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Go to college and open up my options. Also, I want to be a smarter person.

From The GED Academy: Procrastination is a problem that everyone deals with, even college graduates. There’s no easy fix to make yourself do the things you know you should. Try setting a time at the beginning of your day, either directly after you wake up, or directly after you get home from work. Plan to study for 30 minutes each day right at the beginning of whenever your free time starts. Set a timer, and don’t let yourself do anything else until 30 minutes have gone by. When you push things back to the end of your day, it’s very easy to put them off until the next day, and this cycle can last forever. You can do it, it’s just going to take some willpower. If you can manage to develop good study habits now, that alone will help you not to procrastinate so much in other aspects of your life as well. Good luck!

getting behind and confused. I decided that I need to do something for myself. I need a good life for myself, and later on, for my own family.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, my parents are split up. I dont have a relationship with my dad, and my mom doesnt really help. My godparents and my boyfriend have helped me. They tell me that they believe in me everyday-that they know I will have a bright future. I thank them for being there for me and supporting me.

What problems have you faced? I have problems studying and getting myself motivated to do something with my life.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? What I hope to gain from getting my GED is a bright future. I’ve always wanted to be a psychologist. I love helping people and knowing that I’ve helped them. I want to have a great future with my boyfriend. I want to be able to help bring food to the table. I want to have a wonderful family and know that someday, when I have kids, that they will have a great life. I want to be able to help them with whatever they need.

From The GED Academy: A GED is a good way to get you started on a better life. When you study for the GED, really pay attention to what it is that helps you understand concepts, and what makes you lose interest or simply not get it. If you want to move on to college, you could have similar difficulties in classes that you did in high school. If you do, it’s just because you haven’t found out what the best way for you to learn is! We all have different ways of learning; sometimes you need to hear the information, sometimes you need to see it in a visual format, like with charts and graphs, and sometimes you need to write it out and work with it in some sort of physical way before you understand it. Sometimes you may even need all three! If you notice that you don’t understand something very well when a teacher is just talking, you might need a visual version of it, like an image of what they’re talking about, to help you understand. Take action in the classroom. Talk to your teachers or the administration and let them know what you need!

myself.

From The GED Academy: It’s difficult to keep yourself motivated, but it sounds like you’ve got the right idea. By keeping your childrens’ future in mind, you’ll be able to accomplish more than you ever thought possible. Good luck!

work can be very stressful. The alternative school I’m in is extremely stressful, because it seems like the more work I complete, the more work I still have to do. It’s like I’m not getting anywhere.

How have your friends and family helped you? Both of my friends and my cousin have helped me. At first, my mother didn’t approve of it. However, I finally got it through to her that it was best for me, because I wanted to start going to college soon.

What problems have you faced? The problem that I faced at first was talking to my teachers about my situation. I finally got the courage to tell them how I really felt about getting my GED. They agreed that it’s what’s best for me.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I really hope to pass the GED and get on with my life.

From The GED Academy: There’s a saying that says the more you learn, the more you discover how little you know. This idea came from Socrates, who was considered a very wise man, and it’s very true. There’s just too much to know, and no one can know it all. The best thing to do is realize that you simply can’t know everything. Just learn what you can when you can. Take it slow and easy, and eventually you’ll get to where you want to be. Good luck!

faced? I read well, but I still don’t know which is the right answer on comprehension questions.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? My goals.

Do you have more to your story? I have been out of school since 1970. I waited too long to do this. I am taking the GED test with my daughter.

From The GED Academy: Reading comprehension can be difficult. Often, there is more than one answer that makes sense. Always make sure to read the questions over carefully, then re-read the passage. Look out for words like “more” or “most” in the question. Sometimes there are more than one answer that makes sense, but one is the best. Just take your time and don’t panic, and you should do fine. Good luck!

have a good job.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I wish to become a teacher someday.

From The GED Academy: Good luck on your goals to become a teacher. Many of the best teachers are people who have struggled with education in the past, and can help other struggling students because of that experience. Teaching is also the best way to learn. Perhaps you can look into tutoring at local community colleges as a start.

I’ve got big dreams ahead that I want to succeed in (and i will). Watch out for my update story is all I gotta say!

How have your friends and family helped you? Actually, I motivate myself. My girls are my inspiration. I want to be able to help them with their homework (but I do have a wonderful family).

What problems have you faced? I’ve faced sereval problems, like applying for jobs (really good paying jobs), and then I can’t get it because I have no real proof of a GED! I usually say that I’m “the problem solver,” but in this case, my problem is still unsolved. That’s why I’m working toward success in getting my GED.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? When I get my GED, first I’m going to school for something simple (phlebotomist). Then I’m going to get my money and buy a house and a ride. Later, I may go to school to become an RN.

Do you have more to your story? Just watch for the update to my story!

From The GED Academy: You’ve got a lot of energy and motivation, and that’s great! Being a problem solver is a great skill to have, and you’re certainly on the right track to solving some of your problems right now. Keep it up, and be sure to send us your updated story once you pass!

it starts with me first.

How have your friends and family helped you? I wake up and hear my kids say that mom going back to school.

What problems have you faced? I didnt think I had time, but where there’s a will there’s a way. I have kept faith and God in my life.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I always wanted to be a nurse. It’s my dream.

From The GED Academy: You’re right, where there’s a will there’s a way. Having faith that you can finish is a big part of being able to do it. Just keep it up, and you’ll have your GED in no time!

thought of not making something out of myself in my later years. I really think getting a GED will open a lot more doors for me to support myself.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family isn’t very put together, so I can’t say they’ve done much to help. However, that’s just another reason to do something for myself so that one day, I can support my own family and make the best of what I’ve got.

What problems have you faced? Problems I’ve faced have been things like my parents financially struggling, getting evicted, and their divorce. I want so badly to not struggle the way my parents do. I know everyone has hardships, but I want to know that I did something to make my troubles a little less harsh. I think by getting my GED, I have a better shot at achieving that goal.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? In the future, I really want to travel and see parts of the world I’ve never seen before. Before I settle down and make a family, I want to have as many different expierences as I possibly can, because I really want to see everything for what it really is and not just because that’s what I heard about it. I want to be able to tell my own stories about what I’ve lived through. Then when I decide that I want a family, I want to live on a farm with lots of open land. I almost want two different parts to my life—one part being the more social side of me: going out in the cities and being able to buy what I want without worrying too much about affording bills—another side being the side I can let go: own a few horses, go camping, fishing, swimming, quading, and biking. I love animals, so maybe I’ll open a pet shop. However, my overall dream is to be happy with my life. I want to feel the satisfaction that I have made my life everything I want it to be.

Do you have more to your story? I have really big dreams that seem so far away. I just hope I get the GED so I can reel in those dreams and make them my reality. I have strong thoughts that getting my GED will open doors for me, allowing myself to make it happen.

From The GED Academy: You sound like you really know what you want, and have the drive to definitely go get it! Having strong, clear visions of exactly what you want for yourself is one of the best ways to succeed in getting them. The only question to ask yourself at this point is if dropping out and getting your GED is the best course of action. While the GED is equivalent to a diploma, sticking with high school is generally the best course of action. Sticking with difficult things teaches an invaluable life lesson, because life often hands us difficult things we simply must stick with in order to get ahead in the world. However, if having switched to so many different high schools throughout the years has set you back so far that you’re having to do more than the average student just to get through, then perhaps a GED is the best thing for you. Naturally, the choice is yours to make. Just remember that high school has lessons to be learned outside the classroom as well. But, no matter what choice you make, you know what you want and are determined to get it, and that’s going to get you through to the end. Good luck!

GED? I want to start school for nursing and work at UMC with the babies.

Do you have more to your story? I am 20 year-old single parent. I just want to do better, so my kids’ future can be brighter.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like your children are already very fortunate to have a mother who cares so much about them. If you keep your eyes on the goal and study every day, we’re sure you can achieve your goals. Good luck!

and get off of my disability.

How have your friends and family helped you? My friends are very supportive of me. They have seen the home study courses I have taken in the criminal justice and forensics.

What problems have you faced? I took the GED last year and passed every thing but the writing and the math. I was 20 points off in writing and 100 in math.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To feel like I have accomplished something in my life. It will open doors for me to futher my education. I am not a person that gives up easily. There’s a word for it, but it isn’t in my vocabulary.

Do you have more to your story? Criminal justice runs in my family. My uncle through marriage was a judge, and my cousin is a financial advisor for the prison system in Pennsylvania.

From The GED Academy: Perhaps the word you’re looking for is persistent? That’s a good thing to be when it comes to getting your GED. It’s not always easy, and it takes persistence to get through those tough times. That’s great that you have family in the criminal justice system. Talking to them about their jobs and your dreams is a good way to solidify your goals and make them real. We’re sure you’ll make it, just keep up with that persistence!

I’ve had some bad ones.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to gain strength.

Do you have more to your story? I hope I succeed.

From The GED Academy: That’s great your friends and family are helping you with your homework. If you grades are suffering, and you’re still in school, there’s lots of people you can talk to at school as well. They can tell you about different programs and people who might be able to help you. It’s always best to stay in school if you can. You can’t get your GED unless you drop out of school first, and complications can always occur that put your GED off indefinitely. Good luck!

one thing I’ve never accomplished. Being out of school is really getting me nowhere. With a GED, I’d get to be something and someone. I’d have the education I’ve always wanted.

How have your friends and family helped you? My best friends have guided me through pretty much everything in my life. The tell me I need to do something with my life, and get my education. They’ve really inspired me. I’ve finally been pushed to become something real.

What problems have you faced? I want to be able to learn so much more than I know now. I want to be able to get a job that fits me.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope I can get a good job. With my GED, I’d get to live my lifetime dream of becoming a CSI, and going into the criminal justice feild. I’ll have the freedom to be so much more.

From The GED Academy: A CSI sounds exciting! And an education is certainly the first step in getting there. But you haven’t gotten “nowhere,” and you’re already something “real” right now. Especially if you want to go into the criminal justice field, remember that it’s not only an education that makes you a good investigator, it’s also life experiences. And it sounds like you’ve had a lot of those. You can learn from everything that happens in your life. A GED and a diploma are simply pieces of paper that prove you’ve learned the particular information you’re required to know to get a particular job, but everything you learn is valuable! So feel proud already, because everything you do has value. And good luck with your GED, we know you can do it!

learn more, and set a good example for my kids when they get older.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family supports me all the way. They keep me on task. As for being a single mother, I’ll just find a new boyfriend.

What problems have you faced? Well, it takes a lot to get me mad and all out of control, but B said that I am a nice, caring person.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? My hopes are to move into my own home, and to get a job to support my family.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like things are difficult for you now. It’s not easy being a young, single mother, but it doesn’t seem like that’s stopping you from going after your dreams. That’s great! It’s often easy to let difficulties in our lives stop us from moving forward. But we have to keep going somehow, and we can dig ourselves deeper into problems, or we can work hard to dig ourselves out! Good luck on getting your GED. We know you can do it!

faced? Everything has been a problem.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to get a job so I can take care of myself.

From The GED Academy: That’s great that you want to get your GED! It’s never too late to get it. I might seem intimidating to start studying again after having been out of high school for so long, but take it slow and you’ll get there! Good luck!

again.

How have your friends and family helped you? They haven’t, but I know I can get help. It’s not really an issue.

What problems have you faced? Nothing that I really want to share.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To be myself, and to show every one else that has ever doubted me in life that I can do it. After I achieve my GED, I would like to futher my education.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you really know what you want! Good luck on getting your GED and on any future education you enroll in. You’re right, you’re still young, and you can do anything you want if you work hard and keep believing in yourself.

you? Not much, but they know that getting my GED would open a lot of doors for me.

What problems have you faced? I’ve had problems maintaining stable employment, getting trades, and furthering my education.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Stable employment. I’d like to become a law enforcement officer or a counselor and help others.

Do you have more to your story? Ive had a rough road in trying to achieve this must-have goal. It’s been very hard for me throughout these recent years.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like your biggest concern is being able to maintain a job. What has been the main cause of this? Have you been dissatisfied with the jobs you’ve had and left? Have employers let you go simply because there isn’t enough money in this tough economy? Getting your GED is an important step, but ask yourself exactly why you haven’t been able to maintain a job too. For instance, if you didn’t like your past jobs, will you like your future ones, even with a GED? It might be good for you to get in contact with a career counselor and talk about what would make you the most happy in a work environment so you don’t end up continuing this pattern, even after you’ve gotten your GED. Good luck!

my family. They really motivate me, and I love them.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family helped me get through a lot. They inspired me to do better and showed me how important it is to have a good family behind you.

What problems have you faced? Well, in order to get money, I need an education. I can only get an education if I actually go to school. So here I am, trying to solve both problems.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? First, I want to save a lot of money. After I have enough, I am going to buy a car. Then I’m going to save some more money and buy a house. I don’t want to rent. I want to to get matching furniture. Then I will move in with my two babies. I want to work hard so I can get a really good job. Then I can pay for these things quicker.

Do you have more to your story? Yes, we are going to live happily ever after!

From The GED Academy: Be careful about doing things only for other people. If you don’t like doing something and are only doing it because you feel like your family wants you to, there’s a good chance you won’t follow through and finish. And even if you do finish, it will be a miserable experience! It’s important to get your GED, of course, but the best thing for you to do now is to try and remember what it was you used to like about school. Use that and try to find new things you like about it. You should never accept that you HAVE to do something you dislike and simply grit your teeth together while you do it. You’ll always get much better results if you find the things you do like about it! It looks like you’ve got your goals planned out, and that’s great! Focus on that car and house, and that will help you through the tough times as well.

you? They don’t motivate me. They just talk about me.

What problems have you faced? I need a good paying job.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? My goals and dreams.

From The GED Academy: It’s tough when your friends and family aren’t being helpful. Don’t let them get you down. Many times, when people try to put others down, it’s only because they’re insecure and upset about their own bad situation. You’re trying to rise up and make something of yourself. Take pride in that, and one day you’ll be able to achieve your goals and dreams.

gain from getting your GED? Bigger dreams for myself.

From The GED Academy: It’s great that your girlfriend is helping you. Keep your eyes on those dreams, and you’ll have your GED in no time!

brother, sister, and grandma. We’re the only people we have for eachother. I didn’t think about that when I had the chance to go to school for free or get into a good college. But I’m going to get my GED and try my best to do what I need to in order to go to school.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family have been the only ones to motivate me to do anything. I try to stay away from the people and things that have led me in the wrong direction before.

What problems have you faced? Just going to school everyday and having to listen to teachers was a problem. Adult Education classes are a better environment for me to learn in.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain a better chance to do what I want in life. I’d like to get my business degree and open a restaurant or t-shirt company.

From The GED Academy: The way that classes are taught back in middle school and high school can turn a lot of people off of education. There are a lot of different ways to learn something, and usually it’s just a matter of finding what works for you. It’s great that you’re finding your current classes better than they were back in high school. Keep trying different things if you ever feel like you’re getting stuck back in the high school routine. Good luck!

my diploma/GED to have a future. I got married at a young age and told myself I didn’t need either one of them; I will be fine in the real world. Now, I regret not finishing high school.

How have your friends and family helped you? My friends and family have helped me, and want me to at least get my GED. They have been with me from the day I dropped out of high school. They kept telling me I would regret it one day. Of course, they were right.

What problems have you faced? I’ve faced a lot of problems. Because I don’t have my diploma/GED, I can’t do anything. All I do is stay home feeling dumb when I know I’m smarter than that. I know I can do something with my life. Seeing the people around me made me want to finish up high school and maybe continue with my education in the long run.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to be a stronger and wiser person. I would like to go to college and study my language (Arabic) and religon (Islam) more. I want to be able to help my kids with their homework and struggles in school. Without a diploma/GED, I won’t be able to help them. I would feel useless, and I want to be a SUPERMOM to them.

From The GED Academy: You’re still 18, so don’t be too hard on yourself! Like you said, you know you’re a smart person. It’s not just the decisions we make in life that make us smart or not. It’s also if we can learn from the results of those decisions! Simply by taking this first step toward getting your GED, you’re already stronger and wiser than you were before. Keep it up, and you’ll be sure to get your GED soon!

an avid reader, I read some autobiographies of successful people and always dreamt of being one. Being raised in a single-parent household, I saw how my mother struggled to raise two kids and decided to make something of myself.

How have your friends and family helped you? I chose to pursue my GED on my own after leaving home at the age of 17. At that time, I was being home schooled, which was hard for me because I was not serious about it. When I left home just before turning 18, I relocated to St. Louis to live with my grandmother. Honestly though, my main inspiration was my oldest uncle who received his GED at 17 years of age, spent 30 years in the navy, and earned three bachelor’s degrees during that span.

What problems have you faced? My biggest problem was not being able to be serious and consistent. Surrounding myself with strong male role models (such as my uncles and grand-uncle, all of whom were in the military) provided me with the push that I needed.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Having earned my GED in 1992 at the age of 18, I have since graduated community college, Job Corp, and worked at AT&T for 5+ years. Now at the age of 35, I am back in school, working toward earning a nursing degree with aspirations of attending graduate school. My sincere hope is for the GED to really become respected.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you really have made something of yourself! It’s always great to have good role models. It can be hard when everyone around you doesn’t seem to want the same lives for themselves that you want for yourself. Congratulations on seeing that you needed to look outside your immediate situation, and taking the action to improve your own situation. And thanks for sharing your story! It’s always so wonderful to hear about GED successes.

faced? I need help with math and science.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To get another job.

From The GED Academy: Math and science give a lot of people troubles. Luckily, with the GED, you don’t need to memorize lots of facts about science like what elements make up barium sulfate. Who needs to know that? Try a practice test to see how the science and math tests work so you’ll have a better idea of what to brush up on for the real test.

Good luck!

However, I don’t have enough money for tuition. The only way I can afford it is if I pass the GED. Then I’ll be able to apply for financial aid.

How have your friends and family helped you? They have encouraged me. Even though it is hard, they tell me that if I keep on trying, I’ll eventually succeed.

What problems have you faced? I’ve had a lot of problems with the GED practice test. I checked out a GED book from the library and took the practice test. I got a lot of wrong answers, so I am not confident about passing the real test. I don’t know if the GED is too hard for Asian students to pass. I am very afraid that I can’t do it, and that I won’t be able to continue with college. If I go to school to study for the GED, will I be able to pass it then? Should I try to get my high school diploma instead? I don’t know which is easier to get.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I really want to get the GED because I want to continue my studies in college. If I get the GED, I’ll be able to get a good job and have a better life in the future.

Do you have more to your story? I first came to the United States just for five months. I’ve since then been allowed to live her permanently. I am still young, so I want to continue my studies, but I need financial aid to help me with college. So, I have two ways to get it. The first is to pass the GED, but I don’t know whether or not I can. I plan to study for 1 year before taking the test. The second choice is to enroll in high school for about 2 years. However, I don’t want to spend much time in high school. That’s why I’d rather get my GED. However, I don’t know whether an Asian student can pass it or not. I’m not very good at English. I really need help! Thank you for your time!

From The GED Academy: Congratulations on getting permanent residence in America! There are a lot of opportunities here! However, it is important that you really work on learning English well first. No matter how much you know, any test or education will be difficult if you have a hard time understanding English. There are a few documents you might be able to get in your own language, but in the long run, it’s a lot easier to go through the steps to learn English really well. Luckily, now that you’re in America, learning English isn’t too hard. Many people perfect their English by watching TV and movies. You can also read books, newspapers, or online articles. However, be careful with things that are online as a lot of unprofessional sites spell things wrong or use “internet slang” like “U” or “CYA“ instead of “you” and “see you,” If you use internet slang during a test, you’ll get a poor grade. Finally, you should let your friends and family know that you want to speak English whenever possible. There are many people who live in America, but still never learn English well because they still speak their native language with their friends and family all the time.

The GED doesn’t require that you have a formal American education. For instance, it won’t ask you to list off the presidents of the Unite States or know when certain American wars were fought. High school will require you to know those things, however. You definitely need to study for the GED, especially if you had difficulty with the practice test you took from the library. You can either enroll in a GED prep program at a college, or we also have one at passged.com. If you have trouble understanding the questions though, simply because you need to learn English better, put the GED on hold and work more on your English skills.

school. That makes me sad and mad, so I’m going to show them all.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family thinks it’s great. They say I can do it if i work hard. I haven’t talked to my friends since I left high school.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to be a hair stylist.

From The GED Academy: Good luck! There’s a lot of great hair stylist programs in community colleges. You should check out a college near you to see if they have one. Taking action on distant goals is a good way to succeed with the smaller ones. Keep working hard and you’ll be sure to get your GED soon!

part-time (almost full-time) job, and I want out of school for now so that I can do nothing but work because my mother is a mom of 3 and single and I would like to help her as much as possible. I just can’t seem to motivate myself to do my school work anymore. I’m very smart if I try hard enough and I think that getting a G.E.D. will help in the long run. After 18 I want to go to college to be a nurse or a vet but as for the here and now I need all the work hours I can get. I don’t have time for school.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mom is my biggest support and also my best friend. She said that she would help me study only if it is what I really want to do. That means signing me out of school and passing my G.E.D. All my friends are of age and most of them disagree, but it will not stop me.

What problems have you faced? I just need to know if I’m smart enough to pass the G.E.D before I go and have my mom sign me out of school.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? orking and saving money for college to become a nurse or a vet.

I’ve motivated myself.

What problems have you faced? I am an eighth grade drop-out. Not ’cause I didnt want to go to school, but because I got thrown out. My mom never helped me to get back in.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I plan on making something out of my life.

From The GED Academy: It’s difficult when there’s little or no support from your friends or family. Making this decision on your own shows that you’re a strong person. Keep working at it and you’ll have your GED in no time. Good luck!

she can to get me to California to live with her, but money is always a problem. I’ve never done anything with my life in terms of sticking with school or working, and recently things have gone from bad to worse. Jacqueline needs to get her life on track, so she’s going back to school to become an RN. She felt it would be best if we broke up because she wouldn’t be around much, and I can’t get myself there because i don’t work or have any money to my name. However, through all that has happened, I have realized how much she truly means to me and have been inspired to get my life on track. I am studying hard to get my GED, so I can make a future for me and her.

How have your friends and family helped you? Sadly, because of the lifestyle I have lived, I don’t have many friends any more. However, my mother has always been there for me and supported me through these hard times.

What problems have you faced? Learning has always been a problem for me. I have so much trouble concentrating and actually remembering my work. I think this is due to my medical history, not to mention my fear of failure, but I am determined to get my life on track.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To get my life on track, get a good paying job, and make a future for me and the love of my life.

From The GED Academy: That’s so great that you’ve found motivation to get your GED and get your life going. Hopefully you can find a way to get together again with your girlfriend, but remember that you should also be doing this for yourself. Putting your success or failure-happiness or sadness-in the hands of another is never a good thing. Then your well-being depends on something that’s ultimately out of your control. The best thing you can do first and foremost is to find your inner strength and get your GED for yourself. Then you’ll be better prepared to go after the things in life that you want. Good luck!

getting my GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mother and my niece have encouraged me to get my GED. My mother wasn’t happy or there for me in the beginning, but now I think she understands.

What problems have you faced? I have faced a lot of very personal problems that I’d rather not share.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to get a job that pays well and go to a community college in order to further my education. Getting my GED is just the start for me.

Do you have more to your story? “Sometimes you gotta go through the pain to experience the joy.” - Danity Kane

From The GED Academy: That’s a great quote, and so true. Without knowing what it’s like to feel pain, we can take good things for granted. Many people who have had everything handed to them on a silver platter and never struggled to get what they need are often very unhappy. They don’t realize how good they have it, because they’ve never felt the pain of not having it. However, people who have lived their whole lives with nothing at all are happy just to have food for the day. You’re struggling now, but once you get your GED and take your first step into a college classroom, you’ll feel so much joy and pride at what you’ve accomplished. Keep your thoughts on the future and the joy you could have, and you’ll get there soon!

several times to go back to school, but something has always stopped me. Now I’m really, really ready to get my GED. It’s sooo important, and I am so ashamed of my life. I want a better job, and I don’t want to be ashamed anymore.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, I wish my family would have encouraged me to stay in school or helped me find another school that I could attend. However, my friends talk to me often and have encouraged me to take the test, but I am so nervous. I have only taken the test once, and that was years ago.

What problems have you faced? I have faced embarrassment due to not having my diploma. I just go on with life, knowing that I am better and will do better. I really need help finding a school that I can attend. It’s been so hard for me. I was attending a community college, but they really didn’t offer that much help to me. It was like I was working all alone, and I have been out of school so long, I really need the help.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to feel better about myself and get a better paying job. I want to attend college. It’s never to too late until you’re 6 feet under. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t, because you can. I dream of getting my GED and feeling so proud of myself. Being able to fill out an application and not having to think, “Oh, I don’t have a high school diploma. What should I put?” I am really working on doing it this time. It’s time. It’s been long enough.

Do you have more to your story? I just want my GED, and I don’t feel like you should have to pay so much money for it. People should want to help you.

From The GED Academy: You’re right, life can be hard. That’s why it takes hard work to keep up. But you’re not alone. A lot of community colleges have tutoring programs. You can also talk to councillors at the colleges who can show you all the resources available both for academic and financial help. We also have lots of resources and information at passged.com, and you can take a free practice test to get you started on learning what it is you need help with most on your GED. Unfortunately, not everything can be free. The GED costs money to administer. Tests must be printed, there must be a place for you to take the test, there are employees who give out the test who must be paid, and the test itself must be created, which also costs money. This is why it costs money to take the test. That’s also why you must be certain you can pass it before going in. Find a good study program, search for an adult education class, get your friends to help you, or start a study group of your own. Once you feel you’re ready, take a full practice test before going in. If you don’t pass it, you know exactly what you need to study more. If you do, you’ll know you can do it again for the real test.

You can pass the GED. Just have confidence in yourself, study every day, and know that there are people out there who want to help. You’re not alone!

access to GED Academy and studied for about 2 months. This system WORKS.

Throughout my career as an adult, I have been able to stay afloat without my diploma, but hanging over my head was the constant fear of discovery. I have been worried that my employer would discover my lack of educational certification. As I worked my way through one promotion after another, I eventually hit a wall. A job that I was being moved into required proof of a H.S. diploma. I didn’t want 10 years of hard work to hold me back, so I sublimated my pride, registered for the test, and took it.

It was scary. At my age, it was difficult to enter the testing center and not feel ashamed by the younger folks’ stares. Passged.com prepared me to overcome that fear through preparation. Much of what I had forgotten in my youth came back to me as I studied for the GED. I re-learned things that I had forgotten I even knew to begin with.

My main points of advice for anyone thinking of taking the GED are these:

1. Take the GED. Don’t let a lack of diploma hold you back. Take it while you are young enough to remember much of what will be on the test.
2. Take ownership of your learning. You have to prepare for this test as if your future depends on it. You CAN pass. But you need to study as if you are afraid to fail!

I scored a 3450 on the test battery.

800 Math

730 Science

700 Social Studies

620 Language Arts, Reading

600 Language Arts, Writing

I was told these are good scores. I want to Thank GED Academy for them. The preparation and resources you have here on this site were invaluable! THANK YOU

Also, The GED test administrator called me today and asked me come in and talk about my options at a local community college. She is sending me info on two GED grants I may be qualified for, and is recommending I begin taking CLEP tests for credits toward my degree. This whole process has been rewarding at a very personal level.

From The GED Academy: That’s fantastic! Those scores are amazing! Thanks for submitting your story and offering some advice for other GED students. Good luck with college! People of all ages are attending college, so there’s no reason to feel ashamed or embarrased once you get there either. Feel proud about your scores, and also that you’ve made it so far in your career without a diploma. It takes a lot of courage and strength to do what you’ve done. Congratulations!

believing my options are few. I dropped out of school too many years ago to count. I’m in my fifties. We have a beautiful, intelligent child who is an honor student at a prestigious university. She has no knowledge of my secondary education history but never fails to tell me how proud she is of my ability to mentor her through tough academics. I plan to share with her my truth, but when I do, I want to present to her my GED to show her how anyone can pull through tough times and be a success.

How have your friends and family helped you? I will be the first to break the cycle of all my siblings. Only one has a GED. Watching my daughter walk across the stage and later hand me a Honors Diploma is my greatest inspiration.

What problems have you faced? Actually, I graduated from an accredited technical college that did not require a diploma or GED for admission. Real life experience was accepted along with passing the pre-admission exam. Math is somewhat of a challenge for me since I missed out on quite a bit. Fear of failing has caused procrastination but after visiting many websites, this one, with the promise of support like tutoring and so forth, has given me the courage to move forward.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? As mentioned above, I have some college and have been able to hold really good positions. However, it is a struggle to get beyond the “education” section on applications and during interviews. If it weren’t for my extensive work experience, I’m not sure I could even get a solid job. I want to achieve a 4-year degree, discover possible options not yet realized, and find the courage to free myself to the possibility of a better life. I owe this to my daughter.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you’ve found success, even without a diploma. Getting a GED requires that same drive and focus, so with a little time and effort, you’ll have it it no time! Studying for the GED is also good preparation for getting back into college after having been out of the academic system for a while. Remember that you helped your daughter through school, and she’s extremely grateful of it and proud of what you’ve done. If you find yourself struggling on your path to getting a GED, don’t be afraid to let her know what’s going on. Perhaps she can help you now as you’ve helped her in the past. Good luck!

order to do that, I will need my GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? They just keep telling me that I am smart, and that I can do it.

What problems have you faced? I realized after taking a practice test that I need to study more.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to go to nursing school and become a nurse.

From The GED Academy: Taking the practice test is a big first step to take. Now that you know what your strengths and weaknesses are, you can focus on the things you’re not so great at, and take pride in the questions you got right! You’re right, studying will help you improve. It only takes an hour or so each night and you’ll start to see improvement right away! Good luck on getting your GED. We know you can do it!

to give up.

What problems have you faced? Not knowing how to read, learning how to on my own, and much more.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To have a better life. To take care of my kids and myself. To tell others about me and my life, and that through God and with faith, you can do anything.

Do you have more to your story? When I get my GED, then there will be more.

From The GED Academy: Congratulations on learning how to read on your own. It takes a lot of courage and strength to do that. Keep going on that path, and it will surely lead to your GED and a brighter future!

doing sixth grade, my parents chose to pull me out and opt for homeschooling, placing me a year ahead. Now I am in a mixed state of my junior and senior years of high school and am being held back by a simple lack of credits. I am uninterested in high school. I’m ready to move on with my life. It is because of this that I have decided to obtain my GED and move on to college in the fall a full two years earlier than originally planned. Through the research I’ve done, and the number of testimonies I’ve heard, I feel like this is a good option.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mother has supported me the most of anyone.

What problems have you faced? The first problem I have faced is my father’s opposition. He saw it as taking the easy way out and being a failure. He believed that I would be constantly competing for jobs. It was difficult to get him to understand that the face of education is changing and that many people are using the GED to get an early start. As far as academics are concerned, math is my weakness. However, I am confident that with enough studying, I will do well (I am not pursuing any mathematics or science in college).

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I am hoping that with the GED, I will be able to go farther and sooner in college than I would have. I want to obtain a degree in languages or photography (my two passions), travel the world, and potentially work as an interpreter or photographer. I have no plans to spend my life sitting behind a desk in a cubicle farm. My only apprehension is that the stigma of the GED being the “quitter’s diploma” will hinder me. However, I will remain hopeful, without stretching into naivety.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you really know what you want! It’s true that many people get their GED early and are much happier for it, especially when they feel that high school is only holding them back. It’s great that you want to get going with your life. A danger to getting a GED early is that it does encourage the idea that there is an “easy way out.” When it comes to high school and college, a diploma does signify that you have learned something, but it also signifies that you have stuck with something that is difficult, not only to others, but to yourself as well. Once you enter the workforce, there will be many times that the job seems pointless and boring, even in the most exciting of occupations. School not only educates us, but prepares us to stick with things during those tough times. If you’re excited to get started with college, that’s great, and we wish you the best of luck with your GED and future goals. Just keep these things in mind as you progress through college and beyond.

helped you? They are there for me. They tell me that they will help me any way they can.

What problems have you faced? I really need help in math and social studies.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? My goals are to become a nurse, to better myself in life, and to build a family.

From The GED Academy: Math gives a lot of students trouble. The best thing to do is try to find a time to work with math a little everyday. The reason a lot of us are bad at math is because we never use it. By practicing a little everyday, you’ll begin to start remembering the rules more easily. Good luck!

too.

What problems have you faced? I need help with math, reading, and writing.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to get a GED and have a good job.

From The GED Academy: Thanks for submitting your story! It’s difficult to get started on the road to a better future, and the first steps can be the hardest, but keep working toward your goals and you can do anything! Good luck!

me to take my GED so I can be a nurse.

What problems have you faced? I once had a drug problem. I solved my problems by getting away from all that.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to be a nurse once I graduate. My hopes are to get my daughter back.

From The GED Academy: Congratulations on kicking your drug habit. Sometimes we can find ourselves in situations that are very difficult to get out of, and it sounds like you’ve already come so far! If you keep at it and work hard, you’re sure to achieve your goals. Good luck!

I also want to get my GED to give my daughter a better life and to be independent for my family.

How have your friends and family helped you? All my family and friends have inspired me each and every day, and they’ve motivated me to be better in life.

What problems have you faced? I have faced a lot of different things in my life that have put me through a lot of depression. I have lost myself. I didn’t realize who I was. My daughter woke me up and told me, “Mom, you need to get out of it and do something for yourself. Go back to school, mom.”

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope that by getting my GED, I will be successful in life and have a great job. I hope I can support my family and be happy. I hope I can put a smile on my face again.

From The GED Academy: Sometimes it takes a wake-up call to get us going. It sounds like you’ve raised a great daughter, and that you have some good support amongst your friends and family. Keep working at it, and you’ll be sure to get your GED! Good luck!

didn’t have a diploma. One day I decided to see if I could do something about it. I started researching online and found out that I could study at GED Academy and get my GED. I talked about it with my husband, who gave me so much encouragement, so I decided to go ahead. I bought my online materials through passGED and started. I started studying in April 2009 and took my exam in November 2009. It took a lot of dedication, hard work, and strength to be able to do this. I really had to focus and put all of my efforts and energies into this. Some days, I was so tired of studying that I got despondent, however I kept going and kept studying until I felt ready to do the exam. I sat my exam and I found out on the weekend that I passed, and not only did I pass, I got the highest score possible in the Language Arts-Reading exam. I was thrilled and couldn’t stop smiling. The hard work really does pay off, and if you really want something bad enough, then it can be yours!!

I’ve decided to follow my dreams and get into the sports medicine industry. I will begin my course next year after a well earned break over the holiday season. I had a lot of encouragement from family and friends, and that helps. It’s never too late to follow your dreams. Never give up!!

From The GED Academy: That’s wonderful! Congratulations! And thanks for writing this inspiring story. It always helps others who have yet to start their GED journey to read about people who have completed it. Good luck with your future in sports medicine, and let us know how it turns out!

Have a great new year!

roll model, I had to show them that I can accomplish anything, and that we don’t need to worry about who will take care of us. Independence is the best way to go.

How have your friends and family helped you? They always stayed positive and have always supported me in everthing I have done, through the best and worst moments in my life. This year I need a lot of support, and they are right by my side. I love you guys. Thanks!

What problems have you faced? Concentrating on my school work and juggling both family and education. The only way to deal with it is to have a scheduling agenda-to keep track of how long I should study while still having time to be with my kids.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to gain independence. I want to finally go to college and have a career so I can support my kids. I want to have a better and healthier life without drama and help from others.

From The GED Academy Raising two children on your own while studying for school can be difficult, but you’ve got the right idea. Setting a schedule for studying is great. Even just 15-30 minutes a day could add up to a lot of work getting done in just a month. It’s important to feel independent, but a large part of being independent is simply having the confidence to know that you can be so. You’re on the right track. Keep studying, and you’ll reach your goals in no time!

helped you? They want me to live a successful life.

What problems have you faced? The only problem is the Math exam.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? A job and to be successful.

From The GED Academy The Math exam is difficult for many people. The key is to keep working your Math skills everyday. Do simple things you know you can do, even if it’s starting back at addition and subtraction. Once you feel confident with the simple things, work on the more difficult things and practice those each day. The more you practice something, the easier it becomes. Good luck!

student. I would have easily graduated, but I could not take living at home anymore. I want to go to college. I know I would do well, but I need to get high school out of the way.

How have your friends and family helped you? Not at all.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? College.

From The GED Academy: It takes a lot of initiative and courage to move out and live on your own. Keep your sights set on your goals though, and you’re sure to achieve them. Remember to check out financial aid for college to help you through it. School can be difficult to manage when you’re working full-time, and financial aid can help. Good luck!

do.

How have your friends and family helped you? They tell me to go for it. That I can do it.

What problems have you faced? have problems learning. I think I need to focus more.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Becoming a coordinator at my job and the joy of knowing I passed my GED.

From The GED Academy: That’s great that you like what you do, and that you’re in the position to get promoted. Focusing is an important part of studying, but have you thought about studying in different ways too? Everyone learns in a different way. Experiment with different methods: flash cards, using different color pens to highlight or write down different kinds of information, saying things out loud as you read them. Maybe a different method will help you understand and remember materials better.

Good luck!

at becoming the one thing that fits best for me. I want my daughter and son to see what I’ve achieved.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mother, son, and daughter are my motivation in my life. They are why I am what I am today.

What problems have you faced? I faced a lot of challenges in my life, but for the new year I want to do what’s best for me and my family.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To make the best of myself and do what’s best for me.

always so much drama, it made it hard for me to concentrate on what really need my attention So, I have decided to study and try to get my GED to move ahead with what I would like to accomplish in life. I don’t want to be the dumb person people use to know, or went to school with. I want to show everyone that anyone can achieve their dreams no matter how high or far away they are. I was in a car accident and had a traumatic brain injury, which left me with a problem concentrating. Focusing is a problem for me. I get headaches easily, and sometimes it takes a while for me to comprehend things. This is why I have decided to get my GED, because I have realized that just because I have some minor problems with schooling doesn’t mean I cant accomplish what i want to!

How have your friends and family helped you? My family and friend have been very supportive of my decision to get my GED. My best friend wasn’t doing so good in school, and he just quit trying. He stopped going to school, and when he realized what he was doing to his life, he decided to turn things around and try harder. After my friend started doing better and showing effort, I supported him ( and i still do ). When my friend made those choices in his life, it inspired me and so I decided to try harder to. He and my family support me 100%.

What problems have you faced? I was hit by a minivan when I was twelve and had a traumatic brain injury. Now I find it hard to focus and hard to understand certain things. I have trouble in Math ( thats my worst subject.) i don’t understand it very well at all, and it makes me angry at myself because I know that I use to get it better than I do now.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope that my GED will help me move forward with my life. I do want to go to college and begin to move up and study for what I want to be. I’d like to be an animal police officer when i get through with everything.

From The GED Academy It’s difficult to move forward when you feel like you used to be able to understand things more easily before. Try to look for different methods in studying if you find the traditional methods difficult. Since you’ve continued your studies at home, you’ve already got a good head-start on passing your GED. Good luck!

wasn’t until now that I began appreciating education, and had the courage to enroll in a GED prep program at my local community college. I took 2 “official practice tests” during my time in the program, and I passed both tests. This gave me the confidence to go ahead and take the real GED test.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, A lot of my motivation came from the fact that I studied hard, never gave up, and took my test with the right attitude. It also took some motivation from my friends and family who all said I would do great.

What problems have you faced? Problems were a big thing for me. Part of the reason why I left school was the special remediation classes I was enrolled in. The fact that I was a different kind of learner, and not as fast as many of my other classmates, made me feel discouraged. Another part of my lack of self-confidence were my teachers and classmates that made me feel totally worthless, which resulted in me giving up on school all together.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Ok, Its been almost 3 weeks since I’ve taken my GED, and I still have yet to receive my scores, but Im pretty confident I passed. If I passed the test, I am going to aim for higher education at my local community college in their criminal justice program with hopes to pursue a career with the Albany County Sheriff’s Department.

Do you have more to your story? I want to give everyone the advice of DON’T GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS. You can be whatever you want to be, even with only a G.E.D. It’s what you make of it that matters. Be the best that you can be. Get out there, take your GED, pass it, and show the world that you’re just as good as a regular high school graduate!! GOOD LUCK

From The GED Academy: Glad to hear you met your goals and took your GED! It’s a big first step, and it sounds like you’ve got your future planned out as well. It’s wonderful to hear that you have learned to appreciate education now. College is a lot different than High School, and you’ll be sure to learn a lot of information that you care about. Good luck with your future in college, and good job on getting started on the road to a brighter future!

that staying home, thinking about parties and clubs was not going to help me in my future. I decided that I wanted to get my GED one way or the other. I started classes but for some reason, I quit going. I don’t know why. I started thinking that I really need to make a good thing out of my life. So, this time I am determined to make it no matter what. I want to pass my GED, get a better job, and help my mom and daughter. I want them to be proud of me, and I want to be proud of myself too. I am going to prove to the world that I can make it, through God and GED Academy.

How have your friends and family helped you? As for my friends, they have been there since I droped out of school. They have encourage me to get my life back together and go get my GED. They advised me like a sister. They care about me and they are always there for me. As for my family, they don’t really care about me like that. They look down on me. They think that I am not going to make it in life. They think that I dont care about my future, but they dont know me like I know myself. They say my life is not going to go anywhere. They say I am going to end up on the street, but I am going to prove to them that I can make it by studying hard and getting my GED.

What problems have you faced? I have faced millions of problems, but with God’s help, I am solving them. I know that the only way I can solve them is by geting my GED, going to college, and then getting a good job.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain more knowlege. I want to be a RN. I want to help my family and friends. I want to be the person that I choose to be.

is almost Christmas, and I can barely give my kids Christmas this year because I cant afford it. I want to get my Nurse Practitioners License so I can help bipolar kids like my youngest son, and guess what? You can’t go to nursing school without a high school diploma or a GED, and did I tell you I dropped out of school when I was 15 to take care of my newborn son?

How have your friends and family helped you? My kids have been great. They have helped me study and taught me stuff i never learned. People ask if it embarrasses me to have my kids teaching me, and I say no. It makes me soooo proud that they are so smart. My youngest son, who has ADHD and is bipolar, is an honor roll student at 15.

What problems have you faced? I am so afraid of failing that I keep putting off taking the pre test.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? A college degree, the ability to help my kids and their kids, and to have a comfortable retirement.

From The GED Academy: That’s so wonderful that your kids can help you, and that you don’t feel embarrassed about it. There’s nothing to be embarrassed about! You’re going after your dreams. Remember that even if you don’t do well on the pretest, that’s not the end. Once you find out how you did on the pretest, you can take steps toward getting a good grade on the final test. It’s always hardest to start something because we’re afraid we’ll fail, but once we start doing it, simply knowing that we had the courage to start gives us the confidence to finish. Good luck!

By telling me that I can do it, even if I didn’t finish high school.

What problems have you faced? People downing me. Some of my family talk about me, saying that I am not going to make it in life or that I am not ready.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? To be a better person. To tell people that having a GED is just like finishing high school.

From The GED Academy: It sounds like you’ve got some people both helping you, and harming you. Don’t let anyone who tells you that you can’t do it get you down. Focus on the people who are there for you and believe in you. You can have a better life for yourself and your family if you keep your eyes on the goal. Good luck!

as I get time, I would go back and get my GED. Also I went to massage school, but in order for me to stay in school, I had to take a test. Well, I scored higher on one part and lower on the other part. I had to pass both parts and I failed, so a part of me said that I will not go back until I get my GED, and I can’t feel complete without it.

How have your friends and family helped you? I have this one special person in my life. He supports me in all that I do. He keeps me strong and encourages me as well. He is always telling me to stay strong.

What problems have you faced? I faced problems finding good jobs. The only way to solve them is to get my GED. With that, I can solve them. Also, studying for my G.E.D.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain more confidence about myself, continue more schooling, then find a career and fill my long term goals.

From The GED Academy: Looks like you’re on the right track. Studying for the GED will definitely help you with the massage school test, as well as give you more confidence. Setting out to get your GED will also encourage your son. It’s great that you have someone who keeps you strong. Keep at it, and know that we’re all rooting for you here as well.

I had to do is go to school.

What problems have you faced? I want to read better.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to gain a job so that I can help my mom that has 6 kids. Then I want to go to school. And I can go to school because she needs help.

it’s tough to get your GED after being out of school for a while, but let’s face it, the world has changed. A GED is more important now than ever. You can get your GED, if you take it one step at a time and stick with it. Having a friend to help and support you is a big point in your favor. More than anything, you’ll need someone to tell you to keep going, to try new things when something isn’t working, and to believe in yourself. A half million people get their GED each year. You can, too!

up to their expectations. I am not failing anything. I am passing all my classes with rather high grades. One honor class is difficult but I am not the only one struggling. I know I will have to wait a little more but that’s why I am beginning the preparations now. I just want to get my life started because I feel like I am falling behind.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mom did not graduate. My father did but there is a complicated story behind that. I don’t want to end up like them.

What problems have you faced? I need to know all the requirements for Missouri for getting a GED at my age.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to have more time to think over what I want to do and to work. I want to become a nurse and a part time hairstylist. I also want to own businesses on the side. Am I thinking too large?

helped me. I need help when it comes to school.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I would like to gain a good person out of me. I’d like to become a medical assistant or something else.

I’m a single mother of three.

life.

How have your friends and family helped you? Some of my family really want me to do good and get my GED or high school diploma.

What problems have you faced? Well, I have faced a lot in my life dealing with jobs and education.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I am planning on having my own company by doing hair, and I also want to be a nurse. I hope that motivates my child.

passed all my tests. My goal was to get my GED and go college, study computers, web, or assistant medical. Get a big house and live happily, with big money. Get married, have kids, and beer! Thank you.

part-time (almost full-time) job, and I want out of school for now so that I can do nothing but work because my mother is a mom of 3 and single and I would like to help her as much as possible. I just can’t seem to motivate myself to do my school work anymore. I’m very smart if I try hard enough and I think that getting a G.E.D. will help in the long run. After 18 I want to go to college to be a nurse or a vet but as for the here and now I need all the work hours I can get. I don’t have time for school.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mom is my biggest support and also my best friend. She said that she would help me study only if it is what I really want to do. That means signing me out of school and passing my G.E.D. All my friends are of age and most of them disagree, but it will not stop me.

What problems have you faced? I just need to know if I’m smart enough to pass the G.E.D before I go and have my mom sign me out of school.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? orking and saving money for college to become a nurse or a vet.

you? My friends and family have helped me by encouraging me to take better steps and use good decision-making in life.

What problems have you faced? I have faced many problems in my life such as trying to figure out how I can overcome my educational problems. I’m always curious about things, and sometimes learning too much at once can cause some stress, but it’s ok, I’m looking forward to educating myself a lot more so this way I can handle life’s hard tasks, and also overcome the fear of financial problems for myself and my family.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? If I can accomplish getting my GED, I will know that it will be one less thing to worry about. Hopefully getting my GED will provide me better knowledge to handle future problems, but I always have some sort of fear of getting ahead in life.

friends and family helped you? No one really knows as I was embarrassed to tell.

What problems have you faced? Well, I was widowed at 30 and left a sole parent with no education because I was just too scared to fail. I’ve just been procrastinating and trying to make ends meet. I’m just throwing myself out there and starting from where I’m at now and will know more later, so wish me luck in my new adventure toward greatness.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain confidence and push myself further to continue to become a life-long learner. I have many things I want to pursue, so this will give me the edge to guarantee that progression of success and make my daughter proud of me (she is a senior in college by the way). I have a lot ahead, but for the better.

Just do it!

my GED. I have problem in math and social studies, reading and writing. I hope to pass the GED.

From The GED Academy: We understand your desire to pass the GED. For many people, school is a frustrating experience, and there isn’t always the help you need to get through it. Since you’re only sixteen, though, it’s important to make any effort you can to make it through a traditional school.

Louisiana has special requirements for people who are under the age of 19 to take the GED. You can take the GED test if you’re 17 or older and not enrolled in a K-12 school, but if you’re 17 or 18, you must enroll in Adult Education classes and pass an Official Half-Length GED Practice Test before you can take the GED. If you and your family decide that the GED is the best route, start by finding Adult Education classes in your area. If you need extra help, the GED Academy can provide it, but the state of Louisiana will require that you take Adult Ed courses as well.

it.

What problems have you faced? I have short term memory so I need help in everything that I need.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to own my own daycare.

From The GED Academy: A lot of people think that they have back memories. But there are a lot of ways to overcome “bad memory.” Part of it is understanding how memory works. If you understand something, you don’t need to memorize it… and the GED doesn’t require you to memorize facts or dates. If you can understand and learn thinking skills, you can get your GED. It’s the understanding that matters, not the memorization.

When you do need to remember something, there are memory tricks and study techniques you can use to improve your memory. One good technique involves spending time recalling what you’ve learned. If you don’t try to recall what you’ve learned, your mind can think it’s not important and discard it. By actively trying to remember what you’ve learned a few minutes later, then an hour later, then a day later, you teach your mind that you’ll need to recall that information.

That’s just one technique… but there are a lot of ways you can improve your learning, even if you think you’ve got a “bad memory.” The GED Academy program includes a lot of techniques to help you. You can pass your GED!

have a better life for him.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family constantly tells me that I’m bright and I can do it. Don’t stop.

What problems have you faced? I attended a program that prepared me for the GED and I passed everything except math.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? After the GED I plan on going back to school to take up a trade. Education is so important.

family someday, I want them to see that I never gave up.

How have your friends and family helped you? No one has really been a backbone of encouragement. I guess they’re too busy trying to stay above water, I got lost.

What problems have you faced? I am a retired correctional officer. I know you’re probably saying, how did I land that job? Well, God is good. I was a dental assistant for 8 years before going to the federal prison, and my past work ethics speak for themselves.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I will be the happiest grandma on this earth.

I could write a book on my family history. Some day that would be my goal.

seems to me like if they were to be talking about me, let’s say I feel like a nobody and I don’t want to be that person. I want to be the person people look up to. I want to be known as a SUCCESSFUL person.

How have your friends and family helped you? Well, my father has motivated me and inspired me by telling me to do something in order to get somewhere in life and to do that before he sadly goes away to wherever God sends him to, and well, I want to get somewhere to show I will have a future.

What problems have you faced? I have faced a problem in which I don’t know what it is exactly that I want to do.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain a job of financially good quality, well representative in person, meaning to me all that I can be. I want an office job. My hope and goals are to get somewhere and to show everyone I can do it. My dreams are to have everything in life: a car, a place of my own, and I want a family, one that I’ve really never had. I want you to help me, please. I am a guy that needs help. I hope you can be the ones to help me. Thank you.

the motivation or anyone to push me to do my work, I would stay up all night playing video games and go to school tired and sleep during my classes. At 14 years old, I thought my life was great, I could do what I wanted, eat what I wanted, and stay up all night… Every kid’s fantasy, right? And I was living it. My motivation to obtain the GED is simple. I was 16 years old, no job.. couldn’t find a job and was going nowhere with my life. Other than financially, I still didn’t have parental guidance. Sure, my dad would buy me things, support me and pay for anything I needed, but he never gave me the emotional and moral support that I needed. Basically it comes down to, I wanted to go to college and the GED was my ticket there.

How have your friends and family motivated you? Unfortunately my friends and significant other were my only support. My family doubted me along the way, but I proved them wrong. (My dad asked me if I cheated when he found out I got the GED). Thankfully, I had the support of my friends, otherwise I would have never reached this milestone in my life.

What problems have you faced? I’ve dealt with rejection and doubt from most of my family, but I overcame it by telling myself I could do it, and I did!

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I received my GED in July 2009, I am now attending CSN (College Of Southern Nevada) in Las Vegas, Nevada, taking my required classes, and in two years, I hope to transfer to UNLV (University Of Nevada, Las Vegas) and finish a four year program with them, my degree is still unknown.

I just want to thank www.passged.com and everyone who has put the effort into making this program work! I am so thankful that I am back on the road to success and all the credit goes to passged.com. So I want to say thanks passged, for giving me a second chance at a successful future!

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How have your friends and family helped you? Yes, my family has motivated me, but it’s not about them, it’s for me.

What problems have you faced? I never had to face any problems that have changed my life due to not finishing school until now. I was laid off, worked for over 29 years. Things were different then.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? My goals are to pass the test. I would like to work with my head rather than with my body. 29 years as a laborer have taken their toll on me. I love U.S. history and would love to teach it. When I went to class, the teacher asked about the Civil War and I knew the answer. What I am just saying is that I want to hang my GED on the wall and know that I did it.

don’t know, have not yet tried to get the GED.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? Learn more and become a cop.

From the GED Academy Jody, you’re just starting out… and this is the hardest time on the way to your GED. You know that you want something better in your life, but you’re not sure exactly how to get there. It’s hard to start something new. A lot of people can’t take that first step. The most important thing is to make a commitment. Get focused on what the GED means to you: better skills, better job opportunities, a better future. You have the ability to make enormous, positive changes in your life. How do you get started? Make a commitment, to yourself, your family, and your life. This is something you want, so make it your priority. Find out what’s on the tests. Contact a local testing center. Start studying! You can get your GED, and we want to help. But you’re the one responsible for making it happen. So get started!

and friends. They were all great people but losers. Pot smokers, alchies, lower class people who were stuck in the same endless job as I. Each check was a disappointment, we were all stuck but couldn’t get out. I don’t want to struggle, I don’t want to move from fast food job to fast food job. Continuing dissatisfaction with the job caused me to put my two weeks notice in, after seven months of employment there. I am moving to a different environment, in with my father who is far away. I am going to have to get another crap job, but while up there I’d like to study in my free time, earn a GED, and do my best to pursue higher education so as to try and make something of myself.

How have your friends and family helped you? It’s been a personal matter, but with a large family I’ve had some help. My mother tried to get me to start home schooling, but because of laziness, unwillingness, and pretty much being a leech, that went nowhere. My sister tried to get me to take an at-home-high-school-diploma course along with her, but for various reasons (most, unwillingness and fear) I didn’t do that either. Otherwise, it’s just been me, and just recently have I been struck with the realization that, holy ****, I made a mistake and need to fix it as soon as possible. I was a fool, an idiot. “I see!” said the blind man to the deaf man.

What problems have you faced? I need motivation, I need to stay focused. A huge problem with me is lack of concentration. I will read something and then ten seconds later go do something else, I will start things and never finish. It’s always been a problem and because of it I originally dropped out in the first place. Something needs to strike me, something needs to finally get me motivated enough to actually sit down and study.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to do ANYTHING. Anything and everything, I want to live. I want to go out, get the GED and prove everyone wrong. (Selfish? Maybe so, but good when it comes to motivating me.) I want to show I am not a dumb piece of ****, I want to go to college and learn and meet so many different people, live and find love and have a good time whilst doing it. I want to find a job that will give paychecks that don’t make me cringe. I want to have things, I want nice things, I want to start a family, I want to do EVERYTHING. I’ve missed so much that I have a lot of catching up to do! But the GED is just the first step to all of this, the key to the kingdom. And that first step is always a doozy, they say...

attend school. My daughter is 8 months old, and she deserves more from me than what I’ve settled for. She changed my life. She made me believe in myself, and now I need to give her more. I want to believe in myself as much as she does.

How have your friends and family helped you? I don’t have many friends or family. I was in foster care, but my boyfriend believes in me and my daughter, and really that’s all I need except to believe in myself. I’ve been trying so hard but have not reached any result. Now I feel it’s time for me to believe in myself as much as they do.

What problems have you faced? I don’t drive. I’m on a government income so transportation and financial are major problems.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I want to go to culinary school and open up my own restaurant. I want a better life for me and my family.

scared in school because the other kids used to tease me about me studying, and I left.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I want to be a baby doctor.

correctly and have taught myself to a decent level. This will be the first class at this level I have attended in 41 years.

How have your friends and family helped you? They have not, just the opposite.

What problems have you faced? I solved them myself, having been homeless for 18 months of my life, the Sally (Salvation..I’m English) Army. Having experienced people dying from meths, drugs and every other ailment, I’m still going. Embarrassment with your instructors is what scares me the most as coming across as a complete idiot. You have my word when I do sign up I’ll try my best, but Lord help me!

I’ve traveled the world, worked on cruise ships, trains, Royal Air Force, major hotels throughout Europe and African continent. Visited the Arctic, Russia twice, all along the Baltic. Lived and been with many beautiful women around the world which has been a godsend to where I am now. Several of them have encouraged me to go back to school. Yes! I am privileged to have had to date such a varied life style. Married, met my wife on a cruise ship 16 years ago when doing a wine lecture. She was in the audience. Perhaps all this is best summed up as: Those that tell you the grass is greener on the other side have still yet to figure out how high the wall is. See you in October, after my English class.

to be an RN. The only way for that is going to college, and I need a GED to go. That is why I want this. I tried once before in the past to take the GED test but failed and lost my courage. Now it’s time to try again. Can you help me get there?

How have your friends and family helped you? They help me by telling me I can do it.

What problems have you faced? My memory is very bad, so are my math skills. I haven’t found anything yet to help me.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Being an RN or being a family counselor.

it.

What problems have you faced? I need help in math mostly.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I’m 63. At my age, I don’t know.

I finished cosmetologist school. However, they didn’t require a high school diploma, so I didn’t think much about it.

From the GED Academy: Emma, times have changed a lot. Today, almost all trade schools require a high school diploma. It wasn’t always that way. More and more employers require them as well. But your primary concern isn’t a career (though you may want the opportunities of a GED open to you). At any age, the GED can be fulfilling. Since you wrote in, you must feel a desire to accomplish something through your GED. A sense of self-esteem and pride is just as important as, and maybe more important than, qualifying for jobs and colleges.

best life possible.

How have your friends and family helped you? My fiance has always told me that I have the potential to do anything I put my mind to. That I have that chip in my brain that can absorb and program anything and everything.

What problems have you faced? Not being able to get a good job is the biggest problem I’ve had to face. I knew the first step I had to take was to get my GED, so that I can provide a better future for me and my family.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED degree? I hope to gain peace of mind, knowing that I can achieve any goal I choose in life, like having a good career, and being happy with my hopefully soon to be husband and our children.

From The GED Academy: A chip in your brain is a good analogy. Our brains will absorb whatever we feed them. If we feed them good information, they absorb it. If we feed them bad information, like telling ourselves we can’t do it, they absorb that too. Keep telling yourself you can do it. Keep studying! You’ll eventually get back wonderful things!

people out with the field I want to go into.

How have your friends and family helped you? I have one friend who believes in me, and my family really doesn’t tell me that they are happy for me, so that pushes me even more.

What problems have you faced? The only problems I face are math problems, that’s what I really need help with.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I want to become a CSI. I want to be able to help families come to closure and let their loved ones rest in peace because I know what it feels like to lose someone to a murder and it never be solved.

That’s just about all. I hope that you can help me achieve my dreams and goals.

military.

How have your friends and family helped you?My ex-girlfriend and her family and mine have always motivated me.

What problems have you faced?It’s hard getting a job and getting teased.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? After I get my GED I plan on going into the army, but if that don’t work I want to start my own business after I go to college.

Growing up, life was tough. I hung out with the bad crew, always skipping, never listened to my teachers, called them names, threatened them, got arrested…the bad stuff. Now that I’m an adult, I realize that I was selfish and stupid and could have made bigger and better decisions than fight off my education. Now it’s all on me to finish this program and make something out of myself.

GED you can have more job opportunities then a person who dropped out of high school and did nothing about it. I have been out of school since I was 18 and did not take my time seriously to get my GED until recently. The one thing I would like to accomplish is getting my GED and working on from there, but I need a lot of help since I’ve been out of any schooling since 18.

How have your friends and family helped you? My parents and my ex-girlfriend have helped me.

What problems have you faced? I had a lot a problems in social studies, reading, and math and need help on those.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Careers, to have people notice someone who dropped out of high school and then went on to change his life and get his G.E.D., to show a bright future to the younger crowd who dropped out and think they cant get their education fix.

Education is important and everyone should take their time serious and go out there and get it. If you’ve been kicked out of school, dropped out, or just slept your way through, or had problems passing the requirement test to get your diploma, there still other opportunities out there that you can do, but it takes time and you need to be real serious about it.

like life wasn’t giving me a chance.

Being able to study at home online has really helped because I can go at my own speed and if I mess up there’s no teacher making me feel stupid.

I already passed three of the GED tests, just math and writing to go. I can do this. Thanks for listening.

and I told myself this isn’t what I wanted. I wanted to have BIG money when I got older and how would I do that just being a dropout? I got myself a job, and began studying every day for four hours.

How have your friends and family helped you? My mom and friends were very shocked when I dropped out of school as a freshman. I remember my mom telling me she wanted me to finish high school like my big brother. My friends told me it was okay to get my GED, not to sit around not doing anything. I remember I went to court, and this nice lady pulled me aside and told me to do what I felt was right, it was my life. She said as long as I felt happy about myself. Not to let people put me down. That’s just what I did. Thanks to her, I am here.

What problems have you faced? I had to get out of school because I was just soo very down, problems all the time. I was walking with the wrong people. So, I remember I told myself maybe God wants me to choose another way. So, I came home crying not knowing how to tell my mom that I didn’t want to be in school anymore. I was sick of being in the main office because I was cutting class. GOD picked me up when I was down. Thanks to him. I faced big problems in high school. I don’t regret getting my G.E.D one bit.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Well now that I have my G.E.D I have to do 2 years of community college. Then I want to go to COLLEGE to become a Fashion Show room manger, and work on opening a child care program for families with very low income. Families that really need child care, because I know how tough life can get, so I want to help poor kids. And I want to help abused animals, give money to the shelters. I just don’t want to be one thing, that’s why I have to work hard because I know it will all pay off .

I want to say something to all the teens reading this. I understand how hard high school can get. All the drama, people stepping all over you. You try so hard to try your best, but sometimes you don’t have the love and care there. You hang out with the wrong people and make your mom cry. I’ve been there, done that. Been through the biggest struggles life has given me today. People put you down because you don’t have new gear. FAKE friends talking about you. Well, I’m glad I had the chance to say this to whoever is reading this. I do understand. Try not to grow up too quick even though sometimes you’re forced to by the struggles. But you must be strong, believe in yourself if nobody else does. What you wear isn’t what you have in your head. Forget what people think about you, it’s your life not theirs. Pick your right friends and choose the right path. You can do it. If you’re a dropout, have faith. Get your G.E.D. Dont listen to what people have to say. Don’t ever let anybody tell you that you can’t. Put your mind to it. Look ex. M. Jackson the king of pop, people accused him of so many bad things, the poor guy just wanted to help kids in need and that was what he got. He never had the love from his father who treated him bad. but he made it, but it broke him down. You should watch “man in the mirror” he never listened to what people thought about him. He knew who he was. He is a big impact on me. RIP. Anyways I hope you get the point I’m making. be strong, get your G.E.D. You can do it!!!!!

awesome help.

I know that my score is not very high but I believe with that score, I can apply to 98% of 4-year institutions across the US. I just did that with two universities, and they welcomed my application with this score. I noticed that even for people who averaged 600 with a grand total score of 3000 or higher, their math score was very close with mine and same goes with science. So, they either earned higher scores in English or social studies.

I am proud that I got my GED and very happy with it, especially after I leaned that no one from my country has attempted that before!

Again, thank you very much and keep going, GED Academy!

out of place and the pressure of being alone finally got to me, so I quit trying and dropped out. Four years later, here I am with a beautiful little boy about to start school, I watch how excited he is and I want to feel that way again. I owe it to my son to do the best I can at making a better and brighter future for the both of us.

How have your friends and family helped you? My son and my boyfriend are my biggest inspiration in all of this. If it weren’t for them both believing in me, I probably would have not even have made another attempt at making a future for myself as well as for the both of them. They have given me confidence I lost a long time ago. I don’t know what I would do without them in my life.

What problems have you faced? Having a baby at 16 wasn’t easy, I have to admit, but that’s not what stopped me. I hit a rough patch with my son’s father. He was very controlling and abusive. I was never allowed to leave the house or talk to anyone. He was the real reason I had to drop out. Now he is no longer in my life or my son’s life. I have been with a wonderful man for the past four years and he and my son have given me the hope I had lost, and I know with the both of them I can do anything.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to be able to make a brighter future for my family and me, I have high hopes of becoming a RN so I can help the sick and wounded. It has been a lifelong dream of mine to help people, and by becoming a nurse I can finally fulfill that dream. I want to be able to go home at the end of my day knowing in some way I’ve made a difference in someone else’s life.

myself.

What problems have you faced? I need help to get my GED.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? My dream is to join the police. I would like to serve my community.

now I realize if I had done this a long time ago I could have already achieved my dreams by now, which I would to LOVE to own my pastry business and restaurant. My goal is to be someone my children can look up to in the future and for myself to know that I can do it if I am determined enough, because everyone deserves a second chance in life. Thanks for reading!

How have your friends and family helped you? My mother has always told me I have been a disappointment to her, but I am ready to change that.

What problems have you faced? I have faced being in lowwwwwwwwwwwwww paying jobs, dirtbag bosses, and long hours, which I want to change all of that. I was lost for a very long time. I did not know who I was. I started cooking more, and discovered how much I really love it.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to be someone that you can remember when you come to my restaurant.

Don’t waste your life on partying and your friends. All that happens is that you are taking away from yourself.

helped me.

What problems have you faced? Me becoming diabetic and my failure in school.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I want to get my GED so I can go to college to become a firefighter or a paramedic or work on motorcycles.

I wanted to join the marines like my grandpa did. I wanted to follow in his footsteps, but then I became diabetic and I got scared ’cause of grades in school. And I wished that my life just ended, but my family helped me. They want what’s best for me, and my girlfriend and my son. I want to do it for him, he keeps me goin’ everyday.

an exam over at the community college back in March 2009. I have nailed it, received my diploma less than a month ago. Thank You ! ! !

college.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family made sure to stay on me about studying for my test with PassGED.com, as well as made sure I scheduled my tests.

What problems have you faced? My biggest fear was math, because I’ve never been quite good at it. I made sure I reviewed the math lessons almost religiously so I would be ready come test time.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Well, now I’ll be able to start college and focus on getting a degree in my desired field. I’ve always been a computer geek, so I plan to pursue a degree in computer programming. I know it’s tons of math, but with the tools this site has given me, I believe in myself and know that if I just put my mind to it I can make it happen.

woman. As I got older, I got wiser about what kind of life style I wanted. Fast food was not in my future. It took me 11 years to finally get the courage to get my GED. I just had faith in myself that I can do it and studied hard. If I would have not found passged I don’t think I would have done it.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family have always said I can do it. But, I guess I just never gave myself enough credit. I used to say I have been out of school too long to go back and graduate. But I always had my family there to tell me it’s never to late. They never gave up on me even when I gave up on myself.

What problems have you faced? Math and Social Studies have always been my worst subjects. I could never understand them. So, I thought for sure there was no way I would ever pass my GED. After studying on passged.com I found out that there’s nothing to it, just understanding how to do critical thinking. My highest score on my GED were these two subjects.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Getting my GED has given me a sense of dignity and self confidence. I am already starting to attend college to get my degree in Business Management.

supportive.

My husband can’t get a good job. And getting his GED would change that. He wants to go to college and become successful.

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How have your friends and family helped you? They tell me that I can do it, pushing me for a better future.

What problems have you faced? I need help getting my GED and someone to tutor me so I can pass.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I want to be a hair stylist and own my own business.

a very young age. When my son was born he suffered a traumatic brain injury. I have spent the last 23 yrs. doing what is best for him. Now I need to do something for me and the rest of our family. I have always wanted to further my education. It always seemed like something was holding me back. I found this site online and I am so happy that I did. I have only been working on the tests for about a week now. I feel as though I have learned a lot already. I’m excited about getting my GED and going to college to possibly become a nurse.

How have your friends and family helped you? My family thinks I am very smart! Boy do I have them fooled…I am smart, I think, just not book smart. This course is really helping though, and I am so happy that I found it!

What problems have you faced? Like many others my problem area is MATH you know that four letter word I’m talking about.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I want to further my education and become a nurse or something else in the medical field.

Well, they haven’t. That’s why I’m trying to better myself also my future.

What problems have you faced? Well, I know life is so complicated, we got to try to do our best to achieve our goals. Accomplish everyday tasks, God will pull you though, just have faith in him as well as yourself.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Well, all my life I wanted to be a nurse because I believe in helping people. I care for myself as well as others.

I believe in God because He holds my Future in his hand.

changed for the worst and I realized you can’t always depend on things to be perfect. Hard times have come and the work I was doing doesn’t pay the bills like it used to. My children motivate me to better my life and theirs.

How have your friends and family helped you? My children are my world. They motivate me to become better at everything I do, not only for myself but for them.

What problems have you faced? You know, I really thought I would have a hard time on math, but with the help of YouTube I’m getting by. The worst by far for me is Language. I just can’t seem to get the mechanics down. It drives me INSANE!!

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to gain a sense of peace, knowing I finally was able to finish something. I also hope to better myself and my family. Getting my GED will give me more confidence, so I can go to college and begin a new life

you? My mom or my grandmother would take me to my GED classes every night. Now the only thing I have to do is take the test.

What problems have you faced? I’ve been having problems with the math section in the GED book. I’ve bettered myself some by just studying that one section.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Well, I hope to gain a better future for me and my family. My dream is to take this GED and pass it and go to Kilgore College in Longview and major in cosmetology, and when I finish a year of that move to Dallas, get a job working in someone’s hair shop, and work on getting my own shop.

classroom, my mother couldn’t read and write, so we had no help and also little good education. I had to study and do my homework on my own. Sometimes I was lost and really didn’t understand a lot of things.

Going into middle school, I was more into writing poems and drawing, as I can remember at that time. I think something really went wrong there for a minute. When I got in 11th grade, all the drawing & writing stopped. When I was 16, I was angry and very tired of my mom taking care of 9 children by herself, so one day I said enough is enough, I was in the 12th grade with only one class or, as they told me, one unit to finish school, so I took correspondence English 4, and started to work helping my mom. But, I lost focus, got caught up doing what young kids do, going out, partying. I thought that’s what you do when you start college, but for me it started early, and at 20, I had my first child.

School really didn’t hit me until one day I moved to Ohio, and I had a good friend, she worked for the state. She tried to get me a job there, so I went to fill out an application. So, when I made it to the high school part, I skpped that part, but somehow they called me for an interview. I went there in good spirits, didn’t know not having my high school diploma would prevent my from getting a job in this way or affect my life. I was embarrassed and ashamed, and it really made me feel bad about myself. Aroudn this time, I decided to go back to school. I found out I was pregnant with my 2nd child, though, so as you know, I said, “I’ll go next year.”

A year turns into 8 years, and in between I had a 3rd child. In 2006, a tragedy happened in my life. I lost my daughter .From there, it was like the path of my life turned to darkness, as you would say, downhill for a minute there. Till one day, I said, I have to be strong for my family. They need me, and I need them to keep me strong. Sometimes, it’s not for our understanding. I question things in my life. I even question my life. But, with the strength of God Lord Jesus Christ, I know with him, I can do all things. So, for the past two years, I’ve been just working and taking care of my family.

So, in November 2008, I said this is it, I’m going back to schoool. So, I’m supposed to start the first of the year, in 2009, but I was the only adult in the house working with no hep for Christmas. I’ve really been struggling to take care of my family, and getting a GED would have helped, but with very little assistance, I really don’t have the time, too busy working and really I wasn’t flexible with my schedule and didn’t have a sitter. I was always tired and wasn’t motivated. And I don’t have the funds to start Col. State Univ., so I decided to put it off.

I am so tired, being in and out of school. I feel like a quitter sometimes, and sitting here reading everyone’s story and what they’ve been through, I said to myself, enough is enough! I am going to get my GED and I am going to make something out of myself.

How have your friends and family helped you? My kids know how I feel about my education, so they always say, “Mom, you can do it. We believe in you.” That really makes me feel confident. I have to change my situation, change my life. So here I am. I have a dream.

What problems have you faced? One day, my 10-year-old daughter tells me she wants to be like me and she wants to work at Walmart when she grows up. Now, that really hurts. I’m not saying that’s a bad thing, but I want my children to get a good education so they can have a brighter future. Who doesn’t want that for their children? What I’m trying to say is, I want to show my kids this is not where I want to be, and that I can do better than this. I need help in math: algebra, geometry, and data analysis. This is the last time I’m going for it.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to gain self-confidence and my GED, and go to college for paralegal, to get a better paying job so I can put my children though school, and sit down and watch my grandchildren and just look forward to retirement in the future.

Sometimes sitting here watching High School Musical, my words of inspiriation from the children is, “Push it, push it to the limit. We’re in it to win, O yeah!” Thanks, Helen.

other way inspire me.

What problems have you faced? I have faced a lot of difficulties and don’t know how to solve them at one time or any other time, so that why I am asking for your help to guide me through the right direction.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? To have a nice and stable career and to have a home of my own.

is the best course in GED that I’m going to take.

How have your friends and family helped you? At all times, they’re telling me that I need to improve my life by trying something better.

What problems have you faced? All my problems are mainly at work.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? A better life and self-esteem.

acquire a GED in order for me to get those gears cleaned, oiled up and ready to go. It is my only setback towards success, that final stepping stone that I need to finally get moving.

How have your friends and family motivated, helped, or inspired you? My family, specifically, have given me that extra push I needed towards GED test taking. I was intimidated at first, but I’ve been able to conquer many obstacles with their inspirational pep talks, I owe them my very being for being so supportive of me, pushing me towards a brighter educational future.

What problems have you faced? So far none but one, I feel confident on all aspects of the GED Tests except for one solitary barrier, Math. I haven’t been in school since the 8th grade & I am currently 20 years old, after I had gone through most of the practice tests successfully, I have been flustered over the fact that I do not know/recall anything about math. All I need is that extra push from an outside force, I feel ever so dense & frankly, I just want to get it over with.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to gain an extra set of stairs, leading towards a door, behind that door lies my future, my passions & ambitions, I have put everything that I have into the GED faith & trust. Wholly given to the fact that the GED will help me reach that door, I truly believe that, I must succeed, I must destroy the barrier ahead of me to reach my goals & to accomplish them with a smile.

to college so I can become a social worker or medical assistant.

How have your friends and family helped you? My husband and my family say that I can do it. And they support me all the way.

What problems have you faced, or what help do you need? Math, math, math! Because that is where I have a lot of problems.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to gain happiness not just for me but for my kids. My children say, if we can do it, so can you.

it. I’m not sure that high school is for me, and I have come to an understanding that I want to get my GED and go straight into college for sports management.

How have your friends and family helped you? I was the one that considered the GED, and all of my friends and family are by my side and supporting me 100%. I really need them and they’re helping me through.

What problems have you faced? I have had a hard life. I’ve been in gang activities, and my family life wasn’t the best. I have been locked up since 2005, and I’ve been in training school for teenagers. I’ve been in bad relationships to the point I don’t believe in love no more, and a lot of that started in school. If I continue to go to school, then I won’t be getting my education.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? My education and a successful life and a good career. I want to prove everyone that ever doubted me wrong.

I want to share this message with all of you: No matter how hard life is, you can always make it out safe and successful.

to know how I can go back to any school.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope if I get a GED then I can get into college.

don’t get a good life. However, there’re many extremely well-off people that never finished high school, like Walt Disney, Einstein and many of today’s celebrities, artists, etc.

One particular person that inspires me is Jackie Chan, he never even went to school, but is very smart and does many hard jobs, like acting, directing, choreography, etc.

My parents think it’s a bad idea, but I really don’t think high school is doing me any good, and I could be doing more beneficial things.

I want to become a Wildlife Preserver, and also would like to go into the comic/manga business as an artist and develop video games.

I am a smart person. I know that because I got 1600+ on the SATs without STUDYING (and barely guessed, and I’m going to take it again soon), always pass tests, exams etc., and I just learn things easily.

But I really don’t like the way school is going for me right now. I’m a very good learner, and like to learn things I’m interested in. I’d like to spend my time learning skills for future careers in mind, but at H.S., they make you learn things you don’t want to.

Trying to make someone do something they hate is not the way of teaching in my mind. My grades have always been wobbly, because I’ve always been busy working on stuff I am truly in love with. I just wish they wouldn’t force people to learn things they (/students) find useless, ’cause we’ll just forget it.

Oh, and another problem is with the huge variety of students. People learn in different ways, like visually or physically, but with such big classes, individual students don’t get much say in the way they can truly learn. Also, there’re many “bad” students that disrupt the class many times, distracting others from learning. Bullying is another issue, and though I’m not that much of a victim, I hate it when people get dissed or picked on for entertainment (if it was to protect another from being bullied, that’s different).

SO yeah, I really don’t like school, to the point where I’d say I hate it.

Getting a GED seems like a good idea because I have already contacted several colleges, all saying they accept GEDs.

Do you guys think this is the right way to go? Thanks!

(Note: I’m a junior)

have a pretty good job even without a GED. I finally realized I wanted to take some college classes. Well we all know that means I need my GED! Now I am making sure I go over the material everyday. I am taking it more seriously this time. I am somewhat of a perfectionist now that I am scared to take the test. I don’t want to just pass it, I want a very high score. I just wish I would have had this much determination when I was in high school, then I wouldn’t be in such a pickle!

How have your friends and family helped you? My father always tells me I need to get my GED. He was so upset when I dropped out of school (years ago!) I stay motivated thinking of how excited he will be.

What problems have you faced? I am very good at comprehension questions, and I found most of the Social Studies and Science questions are just reading passages or looking at charts and diagrams. The Math on the other hand I find difficult. At first I was just trying to memorize all of it, only to forget it the next day. Now I am paying attention and trying to retain what I am learning. I still have a hard time with Algebra and Geometry. Everyday I watch the videos and work on some problems. Once I can grasp those two areas I think I will be ready to take the test!

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I would love to be able to start taking college classes. I just had my first child and would like to have a college degree by the time he starts school. I work in the retail industry now and have to work ridiculous hours. I would love to go into a career where I only work 40 hours a week and have holidays and weekends off so I can be a big part of my son’s life.

wasn’t for Devry University, I would have never known about it.

How have your friends and family helped you? Yes, my family and my amazing friends has been always been there to encourage, support and help me.

What problems have you faced? I faced problems when it came to my disability, I struggled to provide them understanding of my disability-that I need extra time and so on. I have to pay attention every time in the class and no interpreters for my needs while taking a GED.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? After I graduate from the GED, I wanna go to every different college with no barrier, so I can continue working on becoming a graphic designer and chef. There are many more things that I wanna to do for my future.

in life.

How have your friends and family helped you? I was not raised up with my mother or father but I had my cousin and my big sister that kept me going, telling me I needed to get my life together, so I’m taking what they told me and using it.

What problems have you faced? Well, all my life my mother has been on drugs, which means I had to stay elsewhere, and I really wanted to live with her so that affected me real bad. But then I learned you can’t help anyone who doesn’t want to be helped, so I just pray that one day she will stop.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? With my G.E.D. I hope for a better paying job and to pursue my dream of having my own hair salon.

I’m a mother of three and I’m only 19, so I just knew I was going to have to step up and do what I had to for my kids. I just want to say don’t ever say you can’t do it cause you can, and if you ever feel like you can’t just pray about it, it will come together for you. It will.

problems but none of it seems to come back to memory. Right now I am trying my best to stay focused on some problems with percentages. In high school I had only 2 months left but I dropped out because of living by myself and I still do.

How have your friends and family helped you? No one has helped me with this portion of life, but I depend on myself.

What problems have you faced? I have problems with percents, vocabulary, mainly the materials for everyday problems.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? If I get my GED I wish to a carpenter, or even work in an office.

and finish my program for my future projection.

My family are really trying to help me both financially and otherwise to meet up with the idea of taking the GED test to get to college. I really thank them for their inspiration, help, and God’s inspiration too. I’m far away from friends now, I’m a novice in the country.

I’m encountering financial problems and educational problems on mathematics and language art reading. Right now most of the problems are unsolvable. Principally, though, I need financial help and someone to enlighten me with knowledge to make my life worth living, so I may help others, too.

Based on the goal and my performance, I need to get the battle over. I’m hoping for good merit, high credit to accomplish my need. My aspiration is to be a pharmacist, in fact, to find myself in the medical field.

This is a dream job for me. I just need to stay motivated. Stay motivated and don’t give up.

I haven’t been in school since the 80s so the problem I am having is staying motivated. I just need to stay focused. I hope to become a member of a SWAT team on the police force or a K9 officer. I know I can do all things through Christ Jesus.

many educational programs that I’m interested in, but I don’t have my GED, meanwhile these courses require a college transcript which I can’t deliver at this time until I complete this GED program. Plus my husband and I just bought a house and new car.

Well, at first, my husband didn’t quite look excited. I guess it required a lot of time away from the family. I was attending community college two nights a week, but it was only 10 weeks, and didn’t retain much information.

I have been offered great jobs, but lack a degree, plus I couldn’t remember the basic math skills, so I try to avoid jobs that require math. Well, by preparing for the GED this will solve my problem and take the test and pass it. I need help in everything (MOTIVATION), plus it’s been 20 years out of school.

I hope to gain a new start in life, plus I will be the first to go to college in my generation. I hope to become a social worker or LVN nurse, just want more choices with my career with no limitation. Because I have everything, but I don’t have my GED and stability.

I’m hoping by March or April to go test for my GED.

can do things I cannot do.

What problems have you faced? I need my GED.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I want to go to college to become a nurse. I am a C.N.A. and I want to become a nurse but I can’t go to college unless I have my GED.

helped you? They would stand behind me 100% with this GED because they know I want to get a good job.

What problems have you faced? I started it and stopped, but I am ready to continue this journey.

I am just ready to do my GED now.

From The GED Academy: You cannot take the GED online, but you can study online, at your own pace, and be ready quicker than you think! Since the GED is an official government test, you need to take it in person and present your identification. But GED Academy makes it easy to do all your studying and preparation online, on your schedule, so you can get your GED as fast and easy as possible.

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What problems have you faced? I am going to need help with math.

My GED would be a dream come true.

good paying job, and I want my kids to see that I done it so they can.

How have your friends and family helped you? They just told me that I could do it.

What problems have you faced? Well, I need help in math a lot and the essay part.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? My goal is to go into nursing.

when I talk with some people.

I had a eating disorder in my teens and early twenties. Then I had an alcohol problem. I have got those under control finally.

I have been to study classes on and off since I turned 18. I passed most except math on the practice test.

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What problems have you faced? I just want my GED.

What do you hope to gain from getting GED? I want a better job.

my hardest subject, which would be math. Last time I started with the easiest one which was reading.

What motivated you to get your GED? Feel better about myself, and freshing up on things so that I can go back to school and change my career. I feel stopped right now and i don’t know how secure my job is. I’ve been there for twenty years.

What problems have you faced? Math, and social studies. I have never had algebra or geometry, also need to brush up on fractions and decimals.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? To move on in my career and feel better about myself.

tight. I tried so many times enrollment in online schools but in the asked info, they want a GED.

How have your friends and family helped you? By myself, I love the reading and the books.

What problems have you faced? As I said, I have no time to travel to the near school to get class and also I am an immigrant.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? My real dream was to work for a big company in business, I love to take decisions and the math.

When I was a child, I wanted to be a lawyer, but the circumstances made me study to be an electriction, but when I had the chance I went for an auditor and CPA, where I got a degree after 6 years.

technical school did not accept my high school from Algeria. I need to get my GED and continue my medical classes!

motivated you to get your GED? I need to get the GED test done.

How have your friends and family motivated, helped you? My mom’s helped me.

What problems have you faced? It’s hard to go to high school cuz I have 2 kids.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I want to work with hair, like dye hair and curl and cutting. Save money for my kids, what kids need for school.

helped you? My ex motivated me. He showed me how much I did NOT want to be like him: broke, living at home, and without any ambition. He made me realize how depressing life can be if you choose to make nothing of it. He showed me just how much drive I have burning inside of me.

What problems have you faced? Getting caught up in the party scene at a young age caused me to get addicted to alcohol and drugs, and I dropped out of school when I was 16. Overcoming that, I later signed up for a correspondence school. I haven’t finished that though, due to the fact that I was in a life threatening car accident, which caused me to become a paraplegic. I completely forgot about school since I had to learn basic things, such as taking care of myself, all over again. So much time has passed, and I have come to realize that I need to get my GED. I don’t need to waste anymore time. I want to get into college while I’m still young.

What do you hope to gain from getting your GED? I hope to gain peace of mind. I hope to gain the education I never allowed myself to have. I want to go to college and learn everything I possibly can. The mind is the most powerful thing, and I’m tired of mine being empty. I want to fill it with as much knowledge as it can hold. The things I favor studying the most are: writing, psychology, art, photography, and film. I hope that with getting the GED, I can fulfill these things.

From The GED Academy: Those sound like fun things to study, and you’ll have a great time in college if you choose one of them as your major! With a little practice and studying, you’ll be able to pass your GED with no problem! It sounds like you’re pretty intelligent, real life just keeps getting in the way of you continuing your education. Make studying your priority. Remember that fire and drive when you study, especially when times get tough or boring, and take it one step at a time. Just don’t stop, and you’ll get there sooner than you think! Good luck!

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How have your friends and family helped you? They have been there with me since my senior year of high school and I thank them very much for that…

What problems have you faced? To be honest, I just probably need help with a little math, that that science kills me at times.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? After I receive my G.E.D., I’m going to enroll in nursing school so that I can become a nurse and help other people that went through what I am going through.

I just want everyone to know that no one in this world is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes. We just have to learn from them.

difficult for me because I was pregnant again and moving to Vancouver, Washington. I was almost finished with my GED until I moved. However, my situation is a lot different now, and my children are with CPS but will be home soon. I wanted to see if I can get my GED now while I have the spare time so that I’m not just sitting on my hands you know. Plus it will benefit me in the end, when my kids return to me. I can find a decent and better job.

How have your friends and family motivated, helped, or inspired you? My family hasn’t done anything for me since my children have been in care for almost two years and a half, however my boyfriend and my therapist have inspired me a lot and I’m thankful for that. Any other help I use comes from God and he has brought me long way.

What problems have you faced? I feel like I faced the hard part when I lost my children 8/30/06. And I just lost my grandma Nov. 4, 08 who was like my mother. So I feel like all the bad has happened and if anything it could only get better, not worse.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I would like to do hair, cosmetology, counselor, or therapist because I’m excellent with my mouth and I love to help people.

When my children come home and hopefully I have my GED. I want to wait til CPS closes the case and then move away and start a brand new life.

become an outcome to myself and this world.

How have your friends and family helped you? My friend, she is a wonderful woman, she says I need to take it.

What problems have you faced? I need help in math and a brush up on the other subjects. My memory is an issue, I need a way to remember what I’ve studied.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I will get a better job and hopefully go to college and continue my career. I would like to start my own business someday too, but this first.

I’ve been afraid to face life and I have been pushed around a lot, and my head don’t have enough knowledge, or do it? I want to overcome this barrier and prove to myself, no one else, that I can be successful no matter the outcome I face in life. It’s hard. I’ve been this way a long time.

fierce pride, and the unquestionable ability to accomplish our goals.

I can relate to how desperately everyone wants to succeed, and how passionately everyone wants to achieve their goal of passing the GED...... I am here to confirm, like so many others before me, that it can be done.

I have a success story to share with everyone. I have come to understand how possible it is to achieve the goal you have set your heart to accomplish, how wonderful and powerful determination is, and how liberating success feels. I have recently written the five GED exams, (including the essay.) I was just notified I passed all five exams, and have now received my GED certificate.

This is a wonderful feeling, and I want to convey to everyone that the goal of passing the GED is definitely within your grasp. Always remember, you are completely capable of achieving this goal, so do not become overwhelmed or too afraid to put your heart into succeeding. I am here to say it can be done. Will it be easy? No, it takes determination and commitment. Will it be fulfilling? Absolutely! Does it give you the power to change your future? Absolutely! You suddenly understand you are in control of you future, and you are not a victim along for the ride. It gives you the power to achieve anything you set your mind to and put your heart into accomplishing. Then you only need to decide where you want to go next, and how far you want to go.

I wish you all the best of luck in achieving this wonderful goal of passing the GED. Remember, even when things are tough and life seems all uphill, you have the ability and power within yourself..... to accomplish anything. So set your heart to accomplish this goal and accept nothing less, then watch your abilities amaze you, and feel the empowering liberation as you hold your GED certificate in your hand ...

Good luck and best wishes!

motivated, helped, or inspired you? I inspired my self.

What problems have you faced? I need help in English learning and speaking.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? My goal is to complete GED and some more study.

If learn more I can help with my kids’ homework. I can do everything myself. I don’t need help from anyone.

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How have your friends and family motivated, helped, or inspired you? Yes! My friends and family are proud of me trying to go back to get my GED. They trying to support me as much they can.

What problems have you faced? WELL I need a help because the weather is to cold for me because of my health problem. I am trying to go school for my GED but the cold weather not good for me trying to go school every day. I need a tutor to help me to get my GED.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? My goal is to get started on my child care business. I love children very much, and I would like to have my own business. I want my sons to be proud of me that I went back to finish my GED and to a university to get started on my business.

I worked hard to take care of my sons, and they grew up, went on with their life. While I was working and trying to finish my GED, I got sick, unable to finish my GED or work anymore because of my health problems. I tested for my GED in 1980 and missed by one point. After five years I have to take the test over again. I was so hurt to know that I have to take the test over again. I have to take all five of the GED tests. I need a tutor to help me with the test because it has got a lot harder since I took the test. Please help me if you can to be able to take the test again.

That’s why I want to get my GED for my good career.

There is lots of problems, like I’m doing job after job, I’m studying, babysitter is taking care of my son. She is very nice but I have to pay rent & babysitter, and I want to complete my GED in one shot.

I want to go aviation. I want fly because life is short. Do live it like a king! Life is not bed of roses.

college placement test and they needed my grades from high school. After I finally got the confidence to give them my grades, they turned me down and said that my high school grades didn’t meet the minimum grade requirements for me to stay in their college. I was devastated.

I went online and frantically searched every where for online high school diploma programs, then I found a website that said “beware of the online high school diploma.” I read more and found out that most online high school diplomas are not accredited and are not accepted by the majority of colleges and universities, so I realized that my best bet was getting my GED. I was 16, and I had graduated early so I had nothing to loose. I have been doing the GED Academy’s online course and it has worked wonders. It’s very fun, interesting and educational and a lot better than sitting in a boring classroom all day cramming textbooks and memorizing notes. The best thing about this online course is you don’t have to do any cramming or memorizing, you just have to listen and pay attention. The GED Academy saved my life.

How has your family helped you? My family have been motivating me to be the best in everything I do.

What problems have you faced? Everyone has faced problems. The best way to solve any problem is to stay calm and use your brain before your body.

What are your dreams and goals? I want to become a defense lawyer and a singer. I also want to get a scholarship to get into Harvard law school.

graduate high school, because my parents were very poor, they couldn’t afford to send me to school. I was very embarrassed to tell my friends, that I don’t have a high school diploma. When I met my husband I didn’t tell him that I don’t have a high school diploma. When his family asked me what kind of education I had, I told them that I finished high school in my country. But every time I told them lies, I could see their faces reaction that they knew I was lying. But they didn’t have any proof that I didn’t graduate high school, so I just ignore the shame that I felt about myself. I thought to myself, “I’m not just an illiterate person, but I’m also a liar.”

My husband always pursued me to go to college and take the placement exam so I can enroll into college. Every time he mentioned education to me it made me upset, then I started an argument, so he would change the subject. How could I tell him that I had been lying to him, and then maybe he would think that all I was telling him was lies. He trusted me so much that I didn’t want to ruin it. I keep telling him that I’m stupid, and he would just waste the money if he will send me to college. My husband didn’t listen to me ; he kept telling me that I was smart. So one night I told him the real reason why I didn’t want to go to college, it was because I didn’t finish high school. I was surprised of his reaction, I expected him to call me a liar, but he just told me I just have to get my GED. I felt a lot better after I told him my deepest secret.

I started going to the GED class twice a week. It was really hard for me to learn in the classroom because there were some people that were always talking and I couldn’t concentrate. Then one day I was on the internet searching about “The ways to study to pass the GED.” I found this website called passGED.com. I asked my husband to buy it for me. He said I have so many books, I can open up my own books store, but I told him this passGED.com is different. There’s a virtual class room and I think it will really help me. I promised him that if he would buy it for me, I’ll study a lot. My husband bought it for me and it’s the best decision I ever made.PassGED.com tells you all about the techniques how to pass the GED, and it really helped. Within a few months, I took GED exam for the first time, and wouldn’t you believe it, I passed, I’m so thankful to passGED.com, and I’m very proud of myself that I made it. Now, I’m in college I only have one week left of school, and I’m done with my first semester. I’m doing pretty well in college. I took four subject and I been getting A’s or B’s.

What motivated you to get your GED? I want to have more self esteem and a better opportunity in life.

How have your friends and family motivated, helped, or inspired you? They’re very helpful and supporting. They always told me that there’s nothing I can’t do if I put my mind to it. Especially my husband, he was always there for me when I need some encouragement. My parents-in-law they were there, to help watch my kids, so I can study.

What problems have you faced? I think the problems that I faced, when I lost my faith, but my husband always there for me to give me encouragement.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? Right now I’m in college. I want to help my family in the Philippines. I want to send my nieces and nephews to school. I want my family generation to be educated. When I get a good job, I can do all this things, send my family money so they can continue to go to school.

slightest. They’re the reason why I had to leave school. My problems are... not going anywhere financially and living like things will never get better unless I make them better.

Well, after I get my GED I hope I can get right back into school and accomplish my dreams.

with out a HSD or GED. I also want a good job so that I can make the money that I need to take care of him so all of his needs and wants can be fulfilled.

My husband has inspired me a lot. He has shown me that I have a lot to look forward to in life and that it’s no point in just getting a job to only make 8 dollars an hour when I could be making 15 or 20 dollars an hour with my GED.

I have faced a lot of problems. But the main problem was with the money to take the GED test. I did have a job, and I have my income. I solved that problem by getting a loan.

By getting my GED I hope to get a good job making good money. I want to go to college and be a nurse. I want to own my own business and help other people to get on the right path to a good and successful lifestyle.

I just want to say thanks to passGED.com. They really helped me a lot and I love them for it. If anyone ever asked me how I passed the GED I would get them this website cause it’s the best.

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My family can’t help me that much because they are immigrants at the US, also they didn’t have that much education.

First, I need a teacher who helps me and teaches me, and I can do it. I hope if i get my GED I will continue my education up to University. I am from Africa. I have been in the US for five years, and I am willing to get the opportunity of the US. When I was in Africa I ALWAYS heard the US is the land of opportunities, still I am looking for them.

but my biggest problem is that I’ve got no money. My dream is going to school and becoming someone in life.

online. I’m trying to get the GED over with so I can become a teacher.

How have your friends and family motivated, helped, or inspired you? My mom told me to get up and do something with my life cause I always dreamed of being a teacher but I don’t think I will ever find a GED that will help me with that. My boyfriend has helped me a lot trying to find a nice GED online school so I will get it done and do it but we can’t find one.

What problems have you faced? I have problems with math, and many more. I have not solved them, they keep getting more and more problems for me. That’s why I need an online GED so they won’t be a problem anymore.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope getting my life together and going big. After I get my GED I’m going to go to college to be a teacher.

time came I definitely felt more confident with having studied your program under my belt. I was amazed too, that 2 of your practice questions, including the one with the excerpt from Death Of A Salesman where Willy’s son steals the ball was ON the test I took, with very similar questions based on the passage. I almost laughed out loud. The way you teach certain skills helped me to break down problems and figure things out.

I’m happy to report I passed the test with a 3030 or 606 average score, averaging 95 in 2 subjects, and being rated as efficient in higher education or in the workplace as the top 15% of high school graduates. I don’t think I would’ve gotten nearly as high a score or would have been ready as soon without your program being so enjoyable, interactive, and helpful. I love Dwayne’s rambling on about pizzas and pods, and the realism and personality you put into the characters. There’s also a more one-on-one approach than reading out of a book or watching a video, and I think the fact that it has audio and visuals not only makes it more interesting, but nice for those who learn through hearing something or need to have it explained by a person, not just paper. Thanks a lot guys!!! I’d recommend you as the #1 GED Study Program any day!

What motivated you to get your GED? When I turned 18, that’s when I think I knew. I didn’t have a job or want one, I knew I needed to go to college to better my education and help secure my future, and seeing as I didn’t graduate from high school I needed the GED to progress in life.

How have your friends and family motivated, helped, or inspired you? My mother cheered me on and paid for the GED, and everyone from my boyfriend to my aunt offered to help me study. My boyfriend was especially helpful. He supported me on focusing on my GED and not getting some dead-end job as a waitress or factory worker or something, and because he was so supportive it made me more committed.

What problems have you faced? I’m a big procrastinator, I have A.D.D. and i’ve been out of traditional school for 6 years, and after so long a period it was definitely a challenge to buckle down. But by regulating a studying schedule and with people checking up on my studying, it helped me get through it.

What do you hope to achieve with your GED? I hope to be able to go onto a good college and perhaps gain a bit of an edge on the job market. I don’t know exactly what I want to do in college, there’s so much to pursue, but I do know I want to have a CAREER, not just a JOB. This is a very advanced, modern age and I want to keep up with the pace so I can thrive and not just survive. Not to mention be able to provide better lives for my future husband and children.

had made the biggest mistake ever, by slacking my Junior year, and not having enough credits to be a Senior and graduate with my class in 2009. But now, I’m working on getting my GED, and graduating on time with my Senior Class (:

Reason for Leaving School: I left school my Junior year, and it was because I had to do what was best for me.

Reason to Get a GED: I wanted to get my GED, not only because I was the only sibling out of my family that wouldn’t graduate, but because I wanted to make my parents happy. I wanted to fix my mistake, as best as I could and to show them that I have the potential, the right state of mind, and that I am smart enough to do it. My hopes with this whole GED thing, is that I can pass all the courses that I missed by a few points, and that I’ll be eligible to get through.

My goals are to get my GED and to go off to college and have a nice job and make good money. My dreams for the future are for me to make something of myself. I want to be able to say I graduated with a GED and I can still do as much as a normal High School graduate can. I want to show everybody else, that you don’t necessarily have to have a good job, a big house, a nice car, and to be living large, to make something of yourself. It’s possible to come from nothing and to be something, and I want to be one of those people!

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: Working hard, staying focused, and doing what’s right!

times I couldn’t remain in classes to even understand the techniques and skills for me to understand. So I missed days not on purpose to try to handle my diabetes. At the time I had no help with my life. I had no father or mother figure I guess they call themselves not a part of my life. So I missed a lot of days in school for my health problems. I am now 22yrs of age, I am a 4 shot daily shot insulin dependent.

Reason for Leaving School: I dropped out in the middle of 12th grade because of my diabetes.

Reason to Get a GED: I have hopes and dreams for the future to go into Business Technology, and maintain and manage my diabetes.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: Help with my denied claims for my illness disease please.

my family helped me escape the painful life I was living, so now I am trying to do something for me because I have a son and I need him to see that his dad made it through even things some others would’ve gave up. I need my GED so I can provide for my family because I care.

Reason for Leaving School: 1999 last year of my life that would’ve been great. Due to the life of my sick family, a young man’s life was destroyed. I have kept faith in God, now I am bouncing back.

Reason to Get a GED: So my son can always know the meaning of achieving yourself.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: Live a Christian life, and have a wonderful life.

I will with the right help get this behind me, Thanks. God Bless.

pregnant and got a place of my own with the father. Three months later I had my little girl. February the following year I got married and my husband left for the army 2 weeks after we got married. He then was off to Korea after 2 months of basic training. He left when our daughter was 10 months old. I have pretty much raised my now soon to be three year old daughter myself. So I didn’t really have the time to go back to school being a single mother at the age of 18. He came home and was very sick and ended up in the hospital. I was then taking care of our daughter and him. Now I am expecting again in Feb.

Reason for Leaving School: I left school at the end of my 10th grade year due to my mom not having enough money to pay for bills so I took on a job to help her pay those bills and no longer had the time for school. I was also going to pay for home schooling, that way I could still graduate, but then after my mom’s bills were paid she no longer wanted to take me back and forth to work so I had to quit my job. I wanted to go back to school but wasn’t allowed to return due to my mom not wanting me to go back.

Reason to Get a GED: I want my GED that way I can feel like I have accomplished something and show my kids to never give up. I hope to have my GED before my second child comes, that way I can then move on to college, where I would like to study for private investigator. This is so important for me to do. I want to make sure that I set a good example for my kids and show them that they can do anything they set their minds to.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: One thing that would help make my dream a reality would be to have help getting my GED before I have my 2nd child. The only problem is, is that I am really low on money :(

know how to make it, but without the GED I am stuck, and I know that will be my answer. Bought the book and was going to do it by myself and got very put out because I felt it was all over my head especially the math part, so I gave up. I know I can do this with the guidance of this program as long as I can get someone to tell me the simple way. I tend to make it hard when it comes to tests because I freeze up. I pray this is my answer.

Reason for Leaving School: I dropped out the beginning of my junior year and was in love and got married, really stupid on my part. School was very hard for me because I did not apply myself.

Reason to Get a GED: My GED is very important to me because I have a good 10 years left, and I know standing behind the chair doing the hair I am getting burnt out. I need more, and I really know there are more fields out there in cosmetology and teaching is one of my dreams.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: To get this GED is all that is holding me back, because 600 more hours could make a big difference in me and getting my license for this.

I am very committed to this, and I am willing to do whatever it takes if it is where I can afford this course. I have been single for 23 years and have had to work 10/12 hours a days to get my kids raised, now I would like to do something for me where I can have benefits and not be so stressed out over all this.

graduating High School. My sister and I were in the same grade and when she graduated and I hadn’t. It felt as though everyone turned on me and pointed their noses up at me, leaving me feeling alone and out of place, in my own family.

There are several reasons, ranging from lack of encouragement to low self-esteem, as to why I had not attained my diploma. However, with all the shortcomings life threw my way, my desire to obtain my High School credential has not perished. Soon I will be headed down to my local community college to take and hopefully pass the 5 test battery. I’ve come to the realization that all is not lost and that I am someone who deserves a second chance.

Reason for Leaving School: I left school in the 12th grade because I did not have enough credits to graduate with my class.

Reason to Get a GED: I want more options and opportunities in life. I want to prove, even if only for myself, that I am not dumb and that I have intellectual capacity. I want to open the door to college/higher education. But most of all, I want to excel and persist to show that I am more than what others thought I could be.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: I can name three: Motivation, Determination and vitally Persistence.

Anyone who’s reading this, understand that we all come from different backgrounds and struggles and don’t be afraid to further your education. It is your duty as a person to want to succeed, and you can. Just be patient, find encouragement even if it’s from yourself and study… You Can Do Anything… You Are Powerful… Good Luck.

working in a warehouse either picking orders or assembly work. I love to play the guitar and spend time with my beautiful family!

Reason for Leaving School: I left school when I was 17. I left because my living situation got messed up and I just never had the chance to go back.

Reason to Get a GED: I want to get my GED because it will make me feel better about myself and it will also give me the opportunity to go to college.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: One of my dreams is to go to college and have a great source of income for my family. In order to do that I have to have a high school diploma or at least a GED.

read. I needed 3 points to come out of school.

Reason for Leaving School: Well, me and my mom don’t see eye to eye because I had a baby too young. So I moved out of my mom’s house and stopped going to school. I want to go back to get my GED.

Reason to Get a GED: Because I have work that needs a high school diploma and goals to get my GED to keep the job I have

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: To get my GED. Help me to get my GED because I love the job I’m at.

Reason for Leaving School: I left school due to being pregnant.

Reason to Get a GED: I really have a few things I’d like to go to college for. I’m really into crime investigation and cooking. I’ve also started thinking about becoming a police woman so something in that type of force. I want an intriguing job.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: Finally finding the perfect GED to help me get into college.

I didn’t leave school. I finished all my credits just didn’t pass the proficiency test that was required to even get a diploma.

Reason to Get a GED: Well, number one reason because I need to do this for myself and secondly for my four year old son and third for a better job or career and last but not least for me “myself” cause I’m too old to not have it.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: Getting help with my GED.

going to math class and getting teased for not knowing what 6 divided by 12 was, and now I have my final GED test coming up, and I don’t think I’m ready to take it. I’m scared and need some help.

I want to get my GED so I can get a job and help my mom raise my little sister, and so I can go to college and be a beautician, that’s my dream

The one thing that would help me get my dream is me passing my GED to make my family proud for the first time.

U.S. right now.

Reason to Get a GED: I want the good future.

to take a another year to graduate.

Reason for Leaving School: Because not being able to get to that school on time because of how far it was. I lived south and the school was all the way up north.

Reason to Get a GED: Because I feel that I don’t have another choice. I want to be a cosmetologist and a pharmacist. Open my own hair salon.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: Graduate out of high school or get a GED go to college and graduate.

From The GED Academy: The GED Academy never recommends that current high school /students drop out, because what you learn in school is good experience for life. If you can’t complete school, don’t put off your future… college is the best goal for success!

to understand the standardization of upgrading yourself even when you have completed the high school. I am a self-innovated person and dedicated to upgrading myself wherever I go, and I know with studying with GED Academy it will make me cacophonous in any other test academy in the world. I am proud to be a student of the GED Academy, and I will make sure all my colleagues in the polytechnics and universities here to do register with GED Academy to ensure a good diploma and achieve great things in the future. I will also thank Mr Leonard Williams for being my customer services in any difficulties I may have with my studies. Thank you to all administrators of GED Academy and once again thank you for enrolling me.

Reason for Leaving School: For me, I completed the high school and I got my high school diploma after completion. I am now at the Polytechnic as a Medical Laboratory Technologist and Technician.

Reason to Get a GED: I would like to get my GED to be able to upgrade on my Mathematics and Sciences as well, since those were my major subjects I read at school. I would like to be a medical doctor after my tertiary institution.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: I think when I was nine years old, I used to play with my friends by dramatizing as a medical doctor. I used to put some rubber tubes in my ears as my stethoscope that I think I will one day read science at my High School Education. I will like to take this opportunity to thank GOD for bringing me far to this and I know I will continue to pray to become a medical doctor so as I can help cure the sick.

I thank Mr Leonard Williams and all the administrators of GED Academy in the United States. I will also thank Mr John McCormick, who is my uncle in the States, for also understanding me and helping me register with GED Academy. I thank him so much.

college early. I would be going to college either way, so it’s actually not that bad as long as you do the right thing.

Reason for Leaving School: I want to when I turn 16 December 1.

Reason to Get a GED: I wanna go to college after I get my GED. I wanna be an ultrasound tech.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: To set my mind to it.

From The GED Academy: One thing we’re sure of… people drop out for a lot of reasons, but it never means they’re “stupid.” But The GED Academy never recommends that current high school /students drop out. Sometimes, the extra preparation in the last years of school can help you a lot with college and life. In Alabama, to take the GED when you’re 16, you’ll need your parents’ permission, in a notarized letter, as well a letter confirming that you’ve dropped out of school. So, you’ll need to talk with your parents. Maybe your parents have some good ideas to help you finish school. Try to listen to them, and maybe that will help them listen to your point of view, too. Think about all the reasons you want to drop out, and try to put them in perspective. This is your future, and you want to make the best decision possible.

School: I left in 1999 after I had surgery. I didn’t go back.

Reason to Get a GED: So I can better myself and my kids. I need to get what I lost, and I know that I can do better.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: Getting my GED.

I tried the more badly I did. Well, I kept struggling because of my kids, which are grown now. Didn’t want me to quit and give up. They encouraged me. My daughter and son bought me books to study, plus the books they gave me at the center.

Well, I got my GED in May of 2007 and now I am enrolled in college. This is my 3rd semester. I thank everyone that encouraged me and the good instructors that helped me. I would’ve never made it without their support and help.

I just want to say without my children and instructors and family, I would’ve gave up and not succeeded. But I did and I am very happy for listening and not giving up hope. I did it.

to start a career.

One Thing I Need for My Dreams: My dream is to get my GED.

and I took the ASVAB test and got a 07 out of 99, and I was so hurt I cried and that was so embarrassing, so now I am studying to get my GED now and I am so happy. I have faith in the Lord so this is to the people that think they can’t make it. Pray to the Lord and he shall answer.

I left school because I thought that no one loved me. I did not have a mother or father, but now I realize my father is the man above. My hope and dream is to get my GED, go into the military and open up an outreach center for young girls that need help. My dream that I would like to come to reality is to get a tutor and help me study because I am lost.

I just want to thank my Lord and Christ cause without him I could not do anything.

brother to do that, so I dropped out and never looked back.

Now that I see that my younger brother and sister is out of school and they are tellin me too go back and finish, I don’t have the time. I got kids and I don’t want them to see that school ain’t important cause it is. I just want a betta life and career and more money, so that’s why I’m on here today.

system would lock me up. Mind you at the time I was only 16, and didn’t want to go to jail.

So over the years, I was able to find work and learn to keep my mouth closed and learn the job well, from security to sales, and I made more money than a person working as lawyer, and I took care of our three daughters over thirty years.

Then it dawned on me that our daughters had passed me in education. And before I pass on, I would like to complete this and go to college. Time is not on my side any more. This will allow me to go the next step in my life.

years old, and started actually feeling like a 50 year old. I was broken in and out. As a child having a child, I didn’t know what to do at the while.

Finally when I turned 17, I joined the program of Edison Job Corps. I started preparing for my GED. I always have told to myself, that I can’t do it. I took the GED 4 times to pass it. Even though I didn’t take my test online, I always studied online, and it did help me.

I just want to tell everyone who is reading this, no matter who you are, what you are, how old you are… IT DOES NOT MATTER! YOU COULD DO IT. If I could have done it, you can too. I really hope this story of mine helps someone. Thank You, and have a blessed day.