Ruben is Ready for the Open Road!
From the very first day of class, Ruben took initiative, asked thoughtful questions, and showed genuine eagerness to understand every part of the learning process. He was one of the first students to show up with a suit and tie to our CDL job fair last fall, successfully landing several on-the-spot interviews. Soon after, Ruben passed his CDL driving test AHEAD OF SCHEDULE!
Practice Makes Perfect for Beatriz
When Beatriz first began attending ESL classes, she was hesitant to speak up for fear of doing so incorrectly. As a stay-at-home Mom with limited access to the Internet and various technology, understanding English in a classroom setting felt out of reach. Now, after not having missed a single class, she has grown more confident!
Bella is Realizing Her Best Self
Bella has been an extremely dedicated student, even while working full-time and having to make some personal sacrifices along the way. Her unwavering commitment to her studies continues to pay off. Recently, Bella passed her third GED test, and it won’t be long now until she graduates!
Juan is Winning the College Competition!
Juan has utilized the expertise of our team of college navigators every step of his academic journey with Restore. Recently, he finished his associate’s degree through Alamo Colleges, earning straight As, and completing several competitive STEM internships in the process!
Destiny is Determined to Achieve Her CMA Certification
Destiny's journey is the kind of transformation that reminds us why we do this work. She first came to us through our GED program, completing it with determination and heart. When she began the Clinical Medical Assistant program, however, she was quiet, hesitant, and unsure of her abilities. Over the last several weeks, Destiny has shown remarkable growth!
Paula’s Perseverance is Inspiring
Despite facing significant personal challenges, Paula has remained focused on her goals and continues to push forward with unwavering determination. Her renewed confidence is evident not only in her studies, but also in the way she gives back.
Maria is a Lifelong Learner & Loving It!
There’s much to admire about Maria Z. She has a contagious enthusiasm that uplifts her classmates and encourages a supportive learning environment. Despite the difficulties of learning a new language later in life, Maria's resilience and humility are a shining example for us all.
Annette Earned Her Associate’s Degree!
Through our College Support program, Annette, a Ready to Work candidate, earned her associate's degree in Histology (the study of microscopic anatomy), all while supporting her “four” children: two human and two furry! Even during our graduation ceremony, she made the other students feel less nervous with her encouragement and smile.
Sandra is Seizing the Moment!
When Sandra first enrolled in Dual Generation, she was seeking stability during a difficult season. Through our Dual Generation program, Sandra accessed resources and connections to support her family's immediate needs, as well as received encouragement to re-engage with her career goals.
