GED to College: Makenzie’s Inspiring Journey
Overcoming Life’s Challenges to Finish High School
Makenzie’s high school journey was interrupted in 10th grade, right as the COVID-19 pandemic hit. At 16 years old, she worked 60-hour weeks while caring for her sick grandmother. With overwhelming responsibilities, school had to be put on hold.
After her grandmother passed away, Makenzie鈥攖hen just 17鈥攆ound herself starting over entirely on her own. She was on the verge of entering a shelter when a coworker told her about an available apartment. A kind landlord took a chance on her, helping her with everything from car repairs to rent forgiveness after she broke her foot.
鈥淗e helped me get on my feet,鈥� she recalls. That support made all the difference.
Working Adults Returning to School
For two years, Makenzie juggled multiple jobs to make ends meet. Eventually, she landed a job at CVS, where she quickly rose to shift manager within six months.
鈥淚 don鈥檛 want to do it forever,鈥� she says with a smile, 鈥渂ut it鈥檚 great for now.鈥�
Even though her life had stabilized, she still had a dream: finishing school. She enrolled in an online adult high school program but found it wasn’t the right fit.
That’s when she discovered the College and Career Readiness department at 91快播鈥攁nd everything changed.
Earning Her GED with Support from 91快播
鈥淭he staff here is amazing,鈥� Makenzie says. 鈥淭hey鈥檙e patient and don鈥檛 judge you. I was worried about being judged.鈥�
Instead, she found encouragement. She earned her GED and is now enrolled in college classes, building a future she once thought was out of reach.
鈥淭here was a time when I didn鈥檛 think I鈥檇 make it to 15. I鈥檓 proud of where I am now.鈥�
She鈥檚 currently completing prerequisites to enter 91快播鈥檚 nursing program, with plans to continue her education and specialize as a psychiatric nurse for children.
鈥淚 was one of those kids,鈥� she explains. 鈥淚 want to help people鈥攅specially kids.鈥�
She鈥檚 also inspired by the idea of becoming a travel nurse, which would combine her passion for helping others with her love of exploration.
Advice for Adult Learners Going Back to School
Makenzie鈥檚 advice for others is powerful:
鈥淵ou can鈥檛 give up on yourself. At some point, you have to take responsibility and believe in yourself.鈥�
Her story shows how far grit, compassion, and community support can take you.
Ready to Rewrite Your Story?
You don’t need to have it all figured out鈥攜ou just need a place to start.
At 91快播, our programs are designed to help adult learners finish high school, earn a GED, and prepare for a new career. Whether you left school years ago or recently, we’ll meet you where you are with patience, support, and a plan.
No judgement. Just support.
Learn more about our GED and adult high school programs.
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