City of San Diego Recognizes Graduates of Adult High School Diploma Program

May 29, 2025

The San Diego Public Library celebrated the graduation of nineteen San Diegans from its Adult High School Diploma Program at a ceremony held at the Central Library on May 6, 2024, marking the program's 10-year anniversary. The program offers two educational paths: Career Online High School, which provides career certification alongside diploma coursework over 18 months, and Gale Excel High School, which allows 24 months for completion with additional elective options. Since its inception in 2015, the program has awarded hundreds of diplomas, designed with accessibility features including online materials, 24/7 access, and laptop loans for scholarship recipients.

Who is affected

Nineteen San Diegans who received their high school diplomas
2024 and 2025 graduates of the Adult High School Diploma Program
San Diego residents or city employees age 19 or older (potential participants)
Hundreds of San Diegans who have previously earned diplomas through the program

What action is being taken

The San Diego Public Library is offering the Adult High School Diploma Program with two educational paths (Career Online High School and Gale Excel High School)
The library is providing online course materials with 24/7 access to accommodate busy schedules
The program is providing laptops to borrow for enrolled scholarship recipients
Registration for the program remains open and accessible

Why it matters

Graduates receive an accredited high school diploma
Completers can continue their education, expand career opportunities, or apply for military service
The program is designed to be accessible and affordable
Career Online High School participants can earn certificates in high-demand career fields
The program has successfully awarded hundreds of diplomas since 2015

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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