Nontraditional high school graduates celebrate new life options
Editor’s note: The Indiana High School Equivalency (HSE) is an exam that allows adults who did not earn a high school diploma through traditional schooling to earn a diploma, which is a minimum requirement for most jobs and for enrollment in higher education. In 2016, Cook in Bloomington partnered with the Broadview Learning Center for Adults through the local school system to provide current and future employees opportunities to earn their diploma while working part-time. Cook’s program allows individuals to work part-time at Cook while spending the remainder of the work day in class to prepare for the exam. After successfully earning their HSE diploma, these employees are then offered a full-time position at Cook.
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Recently I had the chance to attend the spring graduation ceremony for the Indiana High School Equivalency program. Seeing a group of our employees graduate (plus one who joined Cook after passing his exam) and hearing their stories really was truly inspiring. Going back to school is never easy, and we are extremely proud to have these folks at Cook. Their determination is fantastic.
Last year, as part of My Cook Pathway, we partnered with Broadview Learning Center in Bloomington to provide current and future Cook employees a chance to earn their high school diplomas. There are many reasons why some adults might not have finished school on a normal schedule, and this program offers them a chance to reach that goal. Having a high school diploma is an asset that can never be taken away. It will increase their earning potential and lead to further education. Their success will help them take the next step on their pathway at Cook, and they will hopefully serve as motivators for others to continue their education.
The achievements of these graduates have attracted some attention. The program was recently recognized by the Indiana Association for Adult Education. And last week, Herald-Times reporter Kurt Christian visited Park 48 to learn more about the program and meet some of the participants. You can read the article he wrote here:
Cook Group program offers path to education, career
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Congratulations to this round of graduates! Soon another group will begin studying for their exams in the fall. This brochure provides for more information about the My Cook Pathway High School Equivalency program.
Congratulations grads!! What a fantastic and brave accomplishment for you and your families!! Who knows what adventures this path might take you.
Thank you to Cook and all of the other companies that support this initiative. Providing the entry to a path of endless possibilities is a wonderful thing!!
Congratulations graduates for a job well done!
Congratulations to each and everyone for your achievement. Kudos to COOK Medical, I am proud to work for such a great company.
Congratulations to all of the graduates, your desire to improve and your willingness to work towards this accomplishment is a testament to your determination. We are all proud of your accomplishment and excited that Cook participates in this important milestone for each of you personally.
This is wonderful!! Congratulations, grads!!
That’s awesome…Congrats to all!
That’s awesome! What a great win-win-win. Congrats to these graduates!
Congrats to the graduates and kudos to all who have made this program possible!!
This is a great program not only for the individuals but also for Cook- Thank You Cook and great job!!!!!!!!!!
Jenifer Wrightsman
Congratulations! This is wonderful!
Congratulations To All! Great Program!
Congratulations Graduates! This is an amazing and very rewarding opportunity provided by Cook. Thank You!
Congratulations to all!
Congratulations, Graduates! Great program for Cook.
Congrats to the graduates and thank you Cook for offering this program! So proud to be a part of this amazing organization!
Impressive work! Good luck to all the graduates! How great it is to work for a company that offers this assistance!
Congratulation to all of you !!!
Congratulations! So very proud of all of you and so very proud to work for a company that cares enough to help individuals achieve such a milestone in their life. Great success in the future!
Fantastic!!!! Congrats to all!
Congratulations to each! Such an awesome opportunity for individuals with in our communities. The Guide Wire Production Department has been blessed with the rewards from this program!
Congratulations! Great accomplishment.
Way to go grads! Your had work and dedication has paid off for you and your family!!! Thanks to Cook for providing this amazing opportunity!
Job well done to these grads and for Cook in recognizing and implementing the necessary programs to make these dreams a reality. Fantastic.
Congrats to all for making this possible and to the graduates! Well done!!!!
Congratulations Graduates! Excellent initiative by Cook.
Very cool! Congratulations!
Congratulations! So very proud of you all.
Congratulations to al the recent graduates!
Congratulations to all you, this is a great achievement!
Congratulations on achieving this goal. Great story and I’m proud to work for a company that is
offering this.
Congratulations. It is so much harder to study when working at the same time which makes your success even sweeter.
Congratulations! Well done! Be proud of yourself, it certianly was hard. Lot’s of success in the future 🙂
Wishing u all Best of luck & congratulations to cook for creating this opportunity
Congratulations to all the graduates! Great initiative by Cook indeed.
Congratulations to all the graduates! We are proud of you and this program.
Congratulations to all. You should be very proud of yourselves 🙂
Great story! Congrats to all!
This is so great for all of these individuals. Congrats!!