'It was a dream. And the dream came true.' An inspiring story about never giving up, 10 adults received their high school diploma through a San Jose library program offered at no cost.
"I just recommended one of my friends so she almost finished the program too," Mota said.The Career Online High School program launched in 2016 and so far 165 adults have earned an accredited high school diploma. The program has a 70% completion rate, one of the highest in the nation among similar programs.
Mayor Matt Mahan addressed the graduates, saying that they're not only making their lives better, but the community as a whole. During Suarez's speech, she shared what she called her immigrant journey that started with three suitcases. "I am grateful to be able to teach an important lesson to my children, you can start over at any time," Suarez said. "You work is not over, and there are all these new opportunities. I hope that my children feel proud of me too and that I have created a very good life for them here. My family and I are ready for whatever God has in store for us. I have come so far and I am proud of where I am going.
The San Jose Public Library Foundation partners with the California State Library and other sponsors to offer full scholarships for adult learners to enroll in COHS.
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