Beaufort County Community College celebrated the achievements of 20 students who earned their GED or high school equivalency (HSE) diplomas at a graduation ceremony on June 26. Overall, the program awarded 38 credentials during the year, including through correctional education sites and regional centers.
Students earned their diplomas by passing either the GED or HiSET exam, including participants at Hyde Correctional Institution, Tyrrell Prison Work Farm, and regional centers in Hyde and Washington counties.
2024 Graduates Honored at Ceremony
The following students were eligible to receive their diplomas during the ceremony:
- Chandler Alligood
- Logan Alligood
- Xavier Ayers
- Gricelda Bello Martinez
- Jazmine Collins
- Chase Davis
- Michael Dixon
- Malachi Fonville
- Jazz Hodges
- Jacob James
- Magan Ledbetter
- Deborah Lopez
- Destini McLawhorn
- Shayla Muna
- Georgia Scherer
- Mia Scott
- Bella Timmons
- Chase Trevorah
- Joshua Wilkins
- Byron Womacks
These students worked at their own pace under the guidance of instructors, proving that it is never too late to complete a high school credential.
National Adult Education Honor Society Inductions
Thirteen students were inducted into the National Adult Education Honor Society for their academic achievements and leadership:
- Malachi Fonville
- Kimberly Hawkins
- Jazz Hodges
- Magan Ledbetter
- Deborah Lopez
- Chase Trevorah
- Byron Womacks
- Andrew Drake
- Brianne Warneke
- Cory Toler
- Sanra Rodriguez Rangel
- Angelica Rubio de la Cruz
- Olivia Zavala Camacho
Scholarships Awarded
Six graduates received $500 scholarships from the Beaufort County Community College Foundation to continue their education:
- Logan Alligood
- Gricelda Bello Martinez
- Jazmine Collins
- Malachi Fonville
- Magan Ledbetter
- Georgia Scherer
Faculty Recognition
Dana Mewes, an English Language Acquisition (ELA) instructor, was named the 2024 EVE Ide Instructor of the Year. She led the college’s first bilingual GED class, and its first graduate, Gricelda Bello Martinez, was among the honorees at the ceremony.
Keynote Inspiration
Graduate Georgia Scherer served as the keynote speaker, sharing how her father’s final wish inspired her to return to school and complete her GED. Her message encouraged others in the audience to persist in their educational journey.
Program Highlights
This year, the program achieved several firsts:
- 19 GED Test graduates
- 16 HiSET graduates
- 2 Multiple Skills Pathway completers
- First LifeQuest, Inc. graduate: Destini McLawhorn
- First regional center graduates in Hyde and Washington counties
Academic and Workforce Training Combined
Beaufort CCC’s HSE program integrates academic preparation with real-world skills:
- Digital literacy classes, including email and job search training
- Healthcare Integrated Education and Training (IET), which introduces medical careers and helps students prepare for programs such as nurse aide
Free Classes Available
High school equivalency classes are available at no cost:
- Main campus (Washington):
- Monday–Thursday mornings
- Tuesday and Thursday evenings
- Hyde Davis Center:
- Tuesday and Thursday mornings
English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes are also offered for free:
- Beginning ELA:
- Monday and Wednesday evenings
- Saturday mornings
- Advanced ELA:
- Tuesday and Thursday evenings
- Bilingual GED (Spanish/English):
- Tuesday and Thursday evenings
Learn More
To enroll or learn more about English language acquisition or high school equivalency programs, call 252-940-6325 or visit our GED web page.