Arkansas Adult Education

Meet Eric Butler — the #1 top GED® scorer in the state of Arkansas for 2025 and a student at ASUMH - Adult Education Center!

But the real story is in these photos. That's his mother, Amanda Butler — a GED® Top 25 honoree herself from 2006. Nearly two decades later, they're standing on the same Capitol steps, holding the same award, with the whole family there to witness it.

This is what Arkansas Adult Education looks like. A mother who led the way, and a son who followed her example all the way to #1 in the state. 🏆

Congratulations, Eric — and the entire Butler family. Arkansas is proud of you all. 🎓

We want to congratulate Naliyah Flowers, a student at UAM-McGehee Adult Education, and the #21 top GED® scorer in the state of Arkansas for 2025.

Although Naliyah couldn't attend in person, her aunt — Arkansas State Senator Stephanie Flowers of Senate District 8 — was there to accept the award on her behalf.

Senator Flowers has spent decades championing education and opportunity for communities across Southeast Arkansas.

Congratulations, Naliyah. Your family — and your state — are proud of you. 🎓

Arkansas, meet your 2025 GED® Top 25. 🏆

These outstanding students gathered at the Arkansas State Capitol Rotunda on April 22nd to be recognized among the highest GED® scorers in the entire state. From Mountain Home to Fort Smith, from Fayetteville to McGehee — they represent communities across Arkansas, and every single one of them chose to show up, put in the work, and prove what's possible.

To our Top 25 class of 2025 — your achievement belongs to you. We are honored to celebrate it with you.

🎓 Congratulations to all of our award recipients.

Meet John Agle — the #4 top GED® scorer in the state of Arkansas for 2025.

A student at ASUMH - Adult Education Center, John earned his place among the state's elite with a score that landed him 4th in Arkansas, receiving recognition for Distinguished Achievement at a special ceremony held at the Arkansas State Capitol Rotunda.

Congratulations, John. Arkansas is proud of you. 🎓

Meet Jarod Breedlove-Windwalker — the #10 top GED® scorer in the state of Arkansas for 2025.

A student at NWTI Adult Education, Jarod earned his place among the state's elite with a score that landed him 10th in Arkansas, receiving recognition for Distinguished Achievement at a special ceremony held at the Arkansas State Capitol Rotunda.

Congratulations, Jarod!

The dedicated team behind the 2026 Top 25 GED® Ceremony at the Arkansas State Capitol.

Pictured are Dr. Trenia Miles, Director of the Office of Adult Education; Bridget Criner, Associate Director of Adult Education; Alyssa Fallon Lowery, High School Equivalency Program Coordinator, GED® Testing Program; Devin Parker, Administrative Analyst; Teija Kearney-Ramos, Executive Assistant to the Director; Clarence Childs Jr., Program Advisor; Tambra Nicholson, Administrative Analyst; and other rockstar team members of Arkansas Workforce Connections!

These are the faces working every day to expand access to adult education across the state of Arkansas. Because of their dedication, Arkansans across the state have access to the education they deserve!

Congratulations to Carlos Dardon of Crawford County Adult Education Center on being recognized as one of Arkansas's Top 25 GED® scorers! Carlos was honored at the Arkansas State Capitol Rotunda on April 22 during the Arkansas Adult Education Top 25 GED® Ceremony. We are proud of your distinguished achievement!

It's GRADUATION SEASON! Register today at: www.adultedgraduation.com

You’re just one test away from earning your high school diploma!

Finish for them–your mom, your dad, or your children. Finish for you. Excel in life and increase your job opportunities. Even if you haven’t started the test, we’d still love to help you move ahead.
Who will you finish for?

Now is a great time to finish what you started–and finish strong!
Get started today.

More info? https://studentportal.literacypro.com/AR

Don’t stop now.

Life gets busy, challenges happen, and sometimes you have to pause. But there’s nothing more important than earning the credential that can open new doors for you and your family.

Arkansas Adult Education is here to help you FINISH STRONG.
Come back, take that final test, and cross the finish line.
Your future is waiting.

Click here to find an Adult Education Center near you and FINISH STRONG: https://aalrc.org/find-a-center-2/