The Excel Center-Memphis

April is Second Chance Month, and today, The Excel Center Memphis, in partnership with the Shelby County Division of Corrections (SCDC) and the Shelby County Government (SCG), took a meaningful step forward in this work.

The program, officially named the Shelby County Corrections Excel Center, marks the first time a traditional diploma pathway—rather than GED or HiSET preparation—has been offered within the Shelby County Division of Corrections.

The program featured remarks from various officials, including but not limited to: Superintendent Roderick Richmond, and Director Anthony Alexander as well as Ron Schuyler, Senior VP and Chief of Mission at The Excel Center Memphis with attendance by the office of . Student stories further highlighted the real impact of this work.

This is just the beginning. This event also celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the Excel Center’s important work in Memphis. Together, by strengthening our workforce, supporting re-entry, and creating opportunity across Shelby County, we can build a better Memphis, one where every resident has access to a second chance.

Learn more at ExcelCenterMemphis.org

We invite you to learn more about instructional and non-instructional career opportunities at The Excel Center.

Join us for one of our upcoming Career Interest Meetings at the Goodwill Training Center, located at 3830 Austin Peay, Memphis, TN 38128, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 2:30–5:30 p.m. or Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Yesterday, The Excel Center Memphis proudly received a $5,000 grant from the Turner Foundation.

This support helps expand opportunities for adult learners working toward their high school diploma, industry-recognized certifications, and career pathways in skilled trades such as construction.

Thank you to the Turner Foundation for investing in education, workforce development, and brighter futures in our community.

Please note our upcoming holiday schedule:

🎄 Holiday Schedule:
Monday, December 22 – Wednesday, December 24, 2025
🕘 Open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

❄️ Winter Break Closure:
Closed December 25, 2025 – January 4, 2026

Classes and regular operations will resume after the break. We wish our students, staff, and families a safe and happy holiday season.

Energy is building at The Excel Center Memphis as we look forward to celebrating our incredible adult learners. Tomorrow, they’ll walk the stage and mark a milestone they’ve worked hard to reach. A new chapter is beginning, filled with opportunity and growth.

Your determination and dedication have brought you to this moment, and we’re proud to cheer you on.

While graduation is a ticketed event, you can still be part of the celebration by following our page and tuning in to the live video stream from The Orpheum Theatre Memphis at 7:00 p.m.

You can view the live stream now by following this link;

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Hey Everyone! We got an earlier start. You can view the live stream now by following this link;

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🎓🎉 Get ready to celebrate our incredible May 2025 Graduating Class of The Excel Center Memphis. Join us LIVE on YouTube tonight at 7:00 p.m. as we honor the hard work and unwavering dedication of our adult learners. Whether you’re tuning in from home or attending in person, this is a moment you won’t want to miss. Share the link with your friends and family so they can join in the celebration too! We can’t wait to see you online or in person! Feel free to click now to set a reminder notification 😊 Carolyn Cerda WREG News Channel 3 ABC24 Memphis FOX13 Memphis

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