Further your education, we are here to support you

You have been wondering if your dreams could come true one day because you didn’t get an opportunity to finish your studies. Lutheran Social services of the Southwest Family Resource Centers are here to help you achieving your goals. You can pave your path to success by earning a GED credential, taking ESL classes and learning more about managing your finances.

Lutheran Social services of the Southwest Family Resource Centers are providing access to GED study, advisor support, GED testing and attainment of a GED through GEDworks. GED program will be 100% online. The program will be in English and Spanish. ESL classes will be in person, classes run a year-long, September - May. New students may join at anytime. Financial literacy will provide 4 classes 1 hour each to help you improve your financial situation or learn more about managing your finances.

Click this link for further information and to register https://app.ged.com/gedworks/lss-swfrc

Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest recognizes that foundational education, such as a high school equivalency diploma, is a critical stepping-stone towards a good future.

Sign up today and seize the opportunity.

Frequent asked questions

How can donors/churches help?

  • Advocacy and sharing information about the program.

  • Supply donations for student incentive bags- notebooks, pens, backpacks, school supplies

How can I get started?

  • Students can register at the GEDWorks website. The approval process takes a few days and then there will be an enrollment process with an advisor. Each student will have an advisor who is in contact with them each week to gauge progress and assist with issues. The classes can be taken in Spanish or English and they are self-paced with a minimum requirement of three hours of study per week.

    What do I need to get started?

  • Internet Access, laptop or smart phone.

    Who do I need to contact with questions?

    Katya Pinon (approver) kpinon@lss-sw.org