what is the excel center? The Excel Center® provides adults ages 19 and older the oppor- tunity and support to earn a high school diploma at no cost to the student, while developing career paths that offer greater employment and growth opportunities. We offer free on-site childcare, transporta - tion assistance, life coaching, and personalized tutoring to assist stu- dents with overcoming barriers. Our school “meets students where they are” by providing a flexible structure and supportive relation - ships to help them manage work, life, and family as they achieve their educational goals.
meet HANNAH NELSON EXCEL CENTER GRADUATE
Hannah never really went to high school as she was home schooled after the sixth grade and “there was a lot I just didn’t know,” she said. “But the teachers at The Excel Center were absolutely amazing and I couldn’t have asked
for a better experience.” She learned a lot about who she was as a person. “One of the things I learned about myself is that I am a very hard worker. This was the first time I have ever earned an A in school. And looking at my report card, it turns out I had all A’s which is something I’d never experienced before.” “The Excel Center has been a wonderful experience. I didn’t re - ally have a lot of friends growing up so just being able to get out, learn and make friends in the process has been won- derful.”
School board members Miguel Lopez Board Chair
Chris Amsler Phil Baldwin Jonathan Crossley Sajni Kumpuris Brian Marsh
mike poore speaks about the importance of the excel center
Mike was our Spirit of Good- will Award winner due in large part because of his impact on behalf of The Excel Center. Click to watch an excerpt from his inspirational mes- sage.
MIKE POORE VIDEO
NWA COMMENCEMENT VIDEO
RECENT GRADUATIONS
Congratulations to The Excel Centers in Little Rock and Springdale who held their winter commencements in De- cember. Little Rock saw their highest number of winter graduates walk with 36 graduates and Springdale had sev- en remarkable individuals cross the finish line to claim their hard-earned high school diplomas. Each graduate’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, overcoming person- al obstacles with unwavering hope. Springdale’s keynote speaker, Carlos Garbutt, Director of Arkansas 211 and Benton County coordinator for 100
LR COMMENCEMENT VIDEO
LR GRAD RECAP VIDEO
Families at United Way of Northwest Arkansas, beautifully captured the es - sence of their achievement. “Hope charts a path for you. Hope helps you stay on course. Hope is fuel for action. This is your first step on the pathway to hope.” These words resonate deeply with our mission and the incredible determination displayed by our graduates. To our graduates, staff, and ev - eryone who made this celebration possible - thank you for your inspiration!
learn more at goodwillar.org/excel
11 mission magazine / volume 1 / spring 2025
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