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Photo courtesy of the YWCA
From left, Nazjma Lowery, Nicole Scott, Miguel Amezquita, and Tivory Barttlett received secondary school diplomas June 19 through the YWCA's Adult Education program.
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Blogger's Note: The following was provided by the YWCA Tri-County Area.
Eight graduates were honored at YWCA Tri-County Area’s Annual Business Meeting on Wednesday, June 19, at Brookside Country Club in Pottstown.
These graduates received the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Secondary School Diploma at the event.
YWCA Tri-County Area partnered with Montco WorksNOW and Associated Business Contractors to host a pre-apprenticeship program at Pottstown High School.
This program combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Students learn entry level skills in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.
At the Annual Meeting, five graduates were recognized for completing the program.
Education and Training Center graduates are: Annette Colleggi, Dominique Fordham, Tivory Barttlett, Nazjima Lowery, Miguel Amezquita, Julianna Gasper, Ian Hoey, Nicole Scott.
YWCA Tri-County Area’s Adult Education and Training center offers Adult Basic Education/Adult Secondary Education classes, English as a Second Language classes, and individual tutoring for adult learners in both Pottstown and Norristown.
Along with these graduates, four individuals who have completed a 20-page application, written test, and in-person interview were honored for earning their U.S. citizenship.
The new citizens , who are these are students in YWCA's ESL program and gained US citizenship in the past year are: Jessica Yang, Mariem Bounala, Gertrudis Mieses, Shayma Mohamed.
These four were assisted by YW volunteer Janice Warnquist, who helps people prepare for the citizenship application and interview process. Janice is a former board member and board president, and has been a YW volunteer for more than 45 years.
YWCA Tri-County Area is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. YW is a leader in advocacy for women and girls, works to eliminate racism, and empowers women through quality affordable early childhood education, adult literacy, and a host of programs to support the health and vitality of women, girls, and families.
At the Annual Meeting, five graduates were recognized for completing the program.
Education and Training Center graduates are: Annette Colleggi, Dominique Fordham, Tivory Barttlett, Nazjima Lowery, Miguel Amezquita, Julianna Gasper, Ian Hoey, Nicole Scott.
YWCA Tri-County Area’s Adult Education and Training center offers Adult Basic Education/Adult Secondary Education classes, English as a Second Language classes, and individual tutoring for adult learners in both Pottstown and Norristown.
Along with these graduates, four individuals who have completed a 20-page application, written test, and in-person interview were honored for earning their U.S. citizenship.
The new citizens , who are these are students in YWCA's ESL program and gained US citizenship in the past year are: Jessica Yang, Mariem Bounala, Gertrudis Mieses, Shayma Mohamed.
These four were assisted by YW volunteer Janice Warnquist, who helps people prepare for the citizenship application and interview process. Janice is a former board member and board president, and has been a YW volunteer for more than 45 years.
YWCA Tri-County Area is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. YW is a leader in advocacy for women and girls, works to eliminate racism, and empowers women through quality affordable early childhood education, adult literacy, and a host of programs to support the health and vitality of women, girls, and families.
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