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Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative helps over 50 adults earn high school diplomas

The Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative has helped 52 adults earn their high school diplomas through the Career Online High School program over a five-year period, with nine set to graduate in October.
The Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative has helped 52 adults earn their high school diplomas through the Career Online High School program over a five-year period, with nine set to graduate in October. (Okaloosa County)

The Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative (OCPLC) has assisted 52 adults in earning their high school diplomas through the Career Online High School program over the past five years.

  • The Class of 2024, consisting of nine individuals ranging from their 20s to their 50s, will be recognized at a graduation ceremony on Oct. 5, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Niceville Community Center.

Participants in the program include stay-at-home parents, working parents, and business owners whose high school education was interrupted due to various reasons such as financial needs, homelessness, pregnancy, the COVID-19 pandemic, or challenging home environments.

Okaloosa County Board Chairman Paul Mixon expressed pride in the program’s impact. “Their successes in overcoming their individual hardships will contribute to building a better community,” Mixon said.

The Career Online High School program offers online classes with 24/7 access, support from certified instructors, and academic coaches. It leads to an accredited high school diploma or career certificate.

  • Vicky Stever, Coordinator of the OCPLC, highlighted the program’s significance.” Administering tuition scholarships and supporting adult students as they complete their diplomas is one of the most joyous and impactful services we offer,” Stever said.

The program aims to help adults achieve their high school diploma for job readiness, career advancement, and college admission. Those interested in learning more about Career Online High School or applying can visit https://readokaloosa.org/cohs.ocplc.

The graduation ceremony on Oct. 5 is open to the public and media.

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