JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The Jamestown Adult Learning Center (ALC) celebrated its GED Graduation Ceremony on December 18, 2024, at the James Valley Career and Technology Center. Seven students have successfully
completed their GED examinations so far this academic year, with three students in attendance for the ceremony.

Mr. Bryan Miller, ABE Coordinator for the Jamestown ALC, served as the Master of Ceremonies for the event. Mrs. Heidi Eckart, JVCTC Assistant Director, offered a warm welcome to the attendees and addressed the graduates. Ms. Katie Hemmer delivered the commencement address, offering words of encouragement and inspiration. The dais was open to all attendees, where one supporter highlighted a graduate’s role as an inspiration and expressed enthusiasm about the graduate’s future endeavors.

Generous contributions from local businesses helped make the event a success. RTS Shearing, Sherbenske’s, and Cavendish Farms provided pizza, drinks, and decorations. Wal-Mart donated a graduation cake, while Whisk ‘N Crumb graciously contributed cupcakes. Vocational Rehab provided balloons to help enhance the festive atmosphere.

The Jamestown ALC encourages individuals interested in earning their GED to reach out to Bryan Miller via the Jamestown ALC Facebook Group or by contacting the James Valley CTC. The Jamestown ALC also offers English Language Learning (ELL) classes to assist individuals looking to improve their English skills.

Additionally, businesses or individuals who would like to assist in funding GED test fees are invited to contact Mr. Miller for more information. For further details, please contact the Jamestown Adult Learning Center.