The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating the 100th inmate of the Livingston County Jail to have earned a GED (General Educational Development) diploma. This year alone, 23 students earned GED diplomas, a significant step and milestone for these individuals that can open doors to further education and career opportunities.
Activated as a GED testing center in July 2016, the Livingston County Jail is an authorized testing facility for incarcerated individuals, giving them the opportunity to earn a GED on-site. The GED test consists of four subject areas: language arts, science, social studies, and mathematics. An alternative to earning a high school diploma, these tests assess knowledge and skill levels that assure they have met the level required for a diploma. Since inception, the trend of successful graduates has continued to increase.
Despite the personal challenges many inmates face, earning a GED is a testament to the commitment, hard work and perseverance demonstrated by those who pursue it. Earning a GED adds to the momentum showing that one success can lead to another in society.
The Livingston County Jail said that takes education seriously and will continue to give opportunities for enrichment, employment, and growth.
