07/19/2024
We want to give a special shout-out to the one and only Vic Jagger for speaking at last Friday's GEC Class of 2024 graduation! We appreciate you sharing your personal story with our community, and explaining how you navigated a variety of challenges to become an inspirational media guru. We are forever grateful for your support. Welcome to the GEC Family!
07/18/2024
Grow your career with us! ๐ Make a difference in your community by helping adults earn their High School Diploma and build their career skills with our job training programs.
Join the team at DC's award-winning Goodwill Excel Center (GEC) Adult Charter High School.
Apply now: https://www.goodwillexcelcenter.org/join-our-team/
07/17/2024
: It is always inspiring to see our alumni excel in their respective fields. ๐ฏ We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our former students. Their dedication, hard work, and perseverance are a true testament to the spirit of our school.
To learn more about Goodwill Excel Center DC, our tuition-free adult charter high school offering high school diplomas to DC Residents, visit www.goodwillexcelcenter.org.
07/16/2024
We're currently editing pictures captured at Friday's Class of 2024 Graduation. Here's a sneak peek of some of the phenomenal photos! ๐
07/15/2024
Summer Break Mode: ON! โ๏ธ
We hope that everyone in our community has an excellent Break!
07/12/2024
Graduation is happening NOW! Congratulations to our July Class of 2024! ๐๐๐คฉ๐ญ๐ฅณ
07/12/2024
Only a few more hours until our Class of 2024 July graduation! ๐๐ Drop some congratulatory words in the comments! โฌ๏ธ
07/10/2024
: High school is a significant chapter in everyone's life, and it's always inspiring to see our alumni excel in their respective fields. We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our former students. Their dedication, hard work, and perseverance are a true testament to the spirit of our school.
To learn more about The Goodwill Excel Center, our tuition-free adult charter high school that offers high school diplomas to DC Residents, visit: www.goodwillexcelcenter.org.
07/09/2024
๐ School Year Updates ๐
Congratulations on completing the School Year! ๐ Our community has grown tremendously and accomplished many things this year.
Please review this letter for important Excel Center updates. Below are some important dates for the close out of this School Year and the start of School Year 2024-2025. When you return for the next School Year, you will be provided the updated Student Handbook and the Academic Calendar for the year ahead.
Important Dates:
โข Friday, July 12th โ July Class of 2024 graduation
โข Monday, July 15th โ Friday, July 19th โ GEC is closed
โข Tuesday, August 13th โ all GEC staff return from summer break for T1 preparations
โข Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th โ Coaches will communicate Term 1 schedules and outreach to students
โข Wednesday, August 28th โ First day of Term 1 for SY 24-25
โข Wednesday, September 11th โ Welcome Back Student Town Hall (Teams)
โข Thursday, October 17th โ Last day of Term 1
07/08/2024
If you need a little - something to remind you of your WHY - here are some uplifting words from one of our incredible graduates, Sandra. ๐
07/04/2024
Happy Independence Day from The Goodwill Excel Center! We hope everyone in our community has a safe, fun-filled day with loved ones.
06/28/2024
Cap & Gown Picture Day 2: DONE! ๐ธ โ
Before graduation, GEC Seniors have their photos taken by a professional photographer. Our July Class of 2024 graduation ceremony is in just a few weeks! ๐
06/28/2024
Our GEC Northwest 1776 building is glowing this morning. โ๏ธ It must know whatโs happening on campus: Cap & Gown Picture Day! ๐
06/27/2024
Look who brightened our day at GEC 2! โ๏ธ Letโs give our staff some shout-outs below! โฌ๏ธ
06/26/2024
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Drop a comment below on why NOW is the time to enroll at the GEC and earn your high school diploma.
06/25/2024
Graduation is less than a month away. ๐๐
06/20/2024
We remember the past and celebrate the future! The GEC community recognized Juneteenth through a variety of activities this week; hereโs a look at our 1776 Northwest campus festivities!
06/19/2024
"Struggle is a never ending process. Freedom is never really won, you earn it and win it in every generation." Coretta Scott King
Happy Juneteenth! The Goodwill Excel Center is closed today so that we can reflect and celebrate. We must commit to further building on the promise of freedom for all.
06/18/2024
REMINDER: In observance of Juneteenth, The Goodwill Excel Center will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th.
06/16/2024
Happy Father's Day to all of the Dads and Dad-like figures in our community!
06/14/2024
Cap & Gown Picture Day #1 is underway! ๐ธ Weโre now another step closer to our July Class of 2024 Goodwill Excel Center Graduation. โจ
06/13/2024
Our popular Excel Expo is happening NOW! Visit our Southwest Campus today through 2 PM to discover your next opportunity. โจ
06/13/2024
It's finally here! ๐ฃ Students and Alumni: Join us TODAY at the Excel Expo and explore dozens of opportunities.
Stop by GEC 2 between 10 AM and 2 PM to network with 40+ vendors, participate in raffles, and apply for various grants.
Remember to:
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Dress for success.
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Bring copies of your resume along with note-taking materials.
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Be prepared to talk about yourself and your college or career-related experiences. Let your personality shine!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
06/12/2024
Dress for success at tomorrowโs Excel Expo! ๐ฏ Remember to wear business casual or professional attire for the big day. Pants, skirts, blazers and button-down shirts are classic pieces that are easy to style and guaranteed to help you secure that next opportunity. โจ
06/10/2024
THURSDAY! ๐ฃ Students and Alumni: Please join us at our popular Excel Expo and explore dozens of opportunities - tailored just for you!
Stop by GEC 2 between 10 AM and 2 PM to network with 30+ vendors, participate in raffles, and apply for various grants.
Remember to:
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Dress for success.
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Bring copies of your resume along with note-taking materials.
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Have documents that confirm your DC Residency (some vendors will request these).
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Be prepared to talk about yourself and your college or career-related experiences. Let your personality shine!
We hope to see you there!
06/07/2024
It's Pride Month! Here at The Goodwill Excel Center, we must always celebrate the proud legacy of LGBTQIA+ individuals and the positive impact they have made in society and at The Goodwill Excel Center. The bravest thing you can be is yourself!
06/06/2024
A high school diploma is within your reach. Earn your high school diploma at The Goodwill Excel Center in as little as one year!
Learn more about how to join our community: https://www.goodwillexcelcenter.org/admissions-application/
*DC Residents only.
06/05/2024
Our Excel Expo is a little over a week away, and we have some great news to share!
Although all spots on our vendor list were filled, we just added one more that our community can't pass up.
MGM Grand will be joining us for our exclusive event and is looking to hire and interview candidates ASAP. You don't want to miss this special opportunity!
๐: GEC Excel Expo: 6/13
๐: GEC 2 - 1201 Maryland Avenue, SW
๐: 10 AM to 2 PM