Believing That You Can
struggled to motivate myself. It seemed to be a long
learning process. There were five subjects. I kept running
the race. After five troublesome years, I took the G.E.D.
test.
When I saw my scores, I was glad to know I came close
to passing. I started to focus on the subjects I scored low on.
My heart is full of joy that I can soon enjoy having earned a
G.E.D. Now, I am ready to embark on a journey to learn
and practice passing the G.E.D. test. I started new and
made it a goal to obtain a G.E.D. I went through some
difficult times. I even gave up several times. My journey
was changed went I became motivated and took the test and
came close to passing it. I am currently working harder to
bring up my scores. I am also very glad to be at a great
school with awesome people and classmates.
Jorge Islas is a student at Dunbar Community School.
Adult Education
I am an Asian woman, from China, east to west, half a
world away. Coming to the United States was hard. The
culture, and the language for me was a challenge. I have had
some exciting experiences shortly after arriving. We came
to Boca Raton first. The only way I could get about was to
ride my bicycle. I rode my bicycle to explore the
neighborhood. One day I lost my way. I could not get home.
A gentleman stopped to help me. We communicated with
our hands and our body language to find my way home. It
worked! Ten years later I drove a car. It stopped in the
middle of the street. It would not work. A gentleman
stopped his car to help me. While I appreciated his effort, he
was unable to start the car. A mechanic came and he did
start it. I was so grateful and happy for their help.
Finally I want to tell you about the ladies at Miramar
Library, Gloria and Sandy. They are volunteers who teach
English Café class. Gloria is 88 years old and Sandy is also
retired. Gloria speaks to me each morning to help me with
my job. At the Sheridan Library there is Ann, who also
teaches the English Café. I really do appreciate all the help
these people give to me. I want to help others as a result of