Edu-Futuro General Education Development (GED) Program Report - October 1, 2023

Sep 14, 2026

Edu-Futuro developed and implemented a Spanish-language GED program to support immigrant and underserved youth and families, including adults seeking a high school diploma equivalency and students who could not complete high school after age 18. The program aligns with local GED offerings while using the McGraw-Hill Education Preparación para el Examen de GED curriculum, delivered virtually via Zoom and reinforced with in-person group study. Launched June 13, 2023, it runs one year across four modules, begins with Language Arts, and uses structured mentorship, tutoring, and chapter-based practice exams to track learning outcomes.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages7

Reading Time18 min

AccessFree to download

Overview

Kicking off the GED Program

Program structure and schedule

Mentorship and tutoring

Performance Indicators

Language Arts completion and practice exams

Learner grouping by proficiency

Edu-Futuro General Education Development (GED) Program-Report as of October 1 , 2023 Overview As part of the mission of Edu-Futuro to empower immigrant and underserved youth and families through mentorship, education, leadership development, parent engagement, and workforce development to give our beneficiaries the tools needed to realize their potential, Edu-Futuro identified a group of adults who want to obtain a high school diploma, and a group of students who for one reason or another after turning 18 could not graduate from high school. As a response to this need, Edu-Futuro developed a GED program. After several meetings with the person in charge of Arlington Public Schools who manages the GED program, and researching at what other local school systems offer for GED classes, it was concluded that there was a gap to offer GED classes in Spanish to families and students who other regular GED program offerings cannot reach. To align the Edu-Futuro GED program with what is offered by other local jurisdictions, Edu-Futuro adopted the Spanish version of the McGraw-Hill Education Preparation for the GED Test, Third edition curriculum "McGraw-Hill Education Preparación para el Examen de GED, Tercera edición,” serving as a robust educational resource for program GED instructors. This program isnot just about academics; it's about empowering immigrant adults with the tools and knowledge they need to access better opportunities in the United States, bridging educational gaps and fostering a brighter future for all involved. Based on the identified need, Edu-Futuro concluded that all program activities and workshops should be offered in Spanish, virtually (via Zoom meetings) , and reinforced with group study sessions in person. Kicking off the GED Program This brand-new Edu-Futuro program launched on June 13 , 2023 with students seeking to achieve their academic dreams of obtaining the equivalence of a High School diploma in the U.S. The program is designed to last one year, and it comprises four comprehensive modules--Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science. The students began the GED classes taking the language Arts module to make sure they have the foundation (reading, comprehension, and test taking abilities) to take the additional three modules. During the first week, after the program was inaugurated, students faced a preliminary examination designed to assess their grasp of the Language module. These classes unfolded in virtually through Zoom, adhering to the following timetable: -Tuesdays and Thursdays: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM -Saturdays: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM Beyond regular classes, mentorship and tutoring sessions offered additional guidance and support, strengthening the program's impact. Group mentorship sessions were held on Mondays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM and Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with a notable attendance record. Furthermore, personalized mentoring sessions, spanning 20 minutes each, were scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM, right before the class. These one-on-one sessions provided tailored assistance to twelve students seeking extra support. This is a group of students receiving in-person instruction and tutoring sessions on Saturdays: Our program is structured around four modules, each corresponding to a quarter. We intentionally initiated the program with Language Arts, allowing students to become proficient in reading comprehension and skilled at following instructions, which are valuable abilities for the rest of the modules. This deliberate sequence prepares them for the upcoming mathematics module, for instance, where they'll develop a unique set of skills, including mathematical thinking. This structured quarterly progression not only equips students with a well-rounded skill set but also ensures a smoother transition as they move through different educational challenges, providing a consistent and adaptable learning experience

FAQs

Why did Edu-Futuro create a GED program?

To help immigrant and underserved youth and families, including adults wanting a high school diploma equivalency and students unable to graduate after turning 18.

How is the GED program delivered and organized?

It is offered in Spanish, delivered virtually through Zoom and reinforced with in-person group study sessions, and structured into four one-year modules.

What performance indicators were reported for the Language Arts module?

The Language Arts module reached 100% completion, and practice exam participation and average scores were tracked through Google Forms across chapters.

Sep 14, 2026

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