Adult education provides educational opportunities and services to equip adults with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate effectively as citizens, workers, parents, and as family and community members. Instructional programs ensure that adults have the education and skills required for a competitive economy and a better quality of life.
Students Succeed Honoree: Carlada Thomas
Carlada Thomas is a 39-year-old single mother of five. Carlada was a victim of physical and emotional abuse as a child. Her mother was a drug addict and her father was imprisoned twice for sex-related crimes. Carlada had a "victim" mentality and didn't begin her recovery process until she was in her thirties. She decided to not allow her past to define her future or affect the future hope of her children.