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Congrats to Graduates

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Queens Library’s Adult Learner Program helped 50 adults earn their high school equivalency diplomas by giving them the free educational resources, special tutoring, peer support and professional referrals that they needed to take this courageous step and achieve. The new graduates celebrated Friday, May 30, with all the “Pomp and Circumstance” that they have worked so hard to achieve. Highlights included moving speeches from three graduates and one of their teachers. Jasmine Hu, tearfully spoke about coming to the library in Flushing shortly after arriving from China in 2010. Ernesto Martinez, one of a pair of twins who celebrated their graduations, said “I really appreciate what all the staff of this facility has done in helping us in everything that we need to continue in the right direction.” Queens Library offers high school equivalency preparation in person, online, in structured workshops and through self-study. The library offers lifelong learning opportunities for all ages, from toddlers who are just learning to read to professionals who are adding new skills for their professional portfolios or their own life goals. Pictured are the Martinez bothers, Carlos and Ernesto, in full graduation attire, holding their diplomas.


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