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Graduate Profiles

Graduating with LMAE

Grads 24/25

 

 

 

 

We love to celebrate our students!


Pictured are the 2024-2025 school year graduates.

Both High School Diploma and Cosmetology too.

 


Below you can read stories, and words of encouragement, from our recent graduates.

 

 

 

  • graduate camilleCamille is a graduate as of August 29, 2025! 

    • What struggles did you face while attending school? “Attendance.”
    • What words of encouragement do you have for future students? “The outcome is worth the time!”
    • Check any support that you would like to follow up with: “I am interested in a trade school or work apprenticeship opportunities.”

    Camille did just that! She enrolled in our Phlebotomy program, in partnership with AUMT Institute, and was 1 of 5 to complete the first course ever instructed with Lucia Mar. Way to go Camille! 

  • graduate Joel

    Joel is a graduate as of October 13, 2025!

    • Who or what motivated you to return to school? “My daughter and wife. I also wanted a better job.”
    • What are your future plans now that you’ve completed our program? “I want to have my own trucking company!”
    • What would you like to share about your experience with LMAE? “I enjoyed going to the adult school, the teachers were great. I learned to understand the curriculum and it helped me reach my goal!”

    Joel has celebrated two years of sobriety and pushed through the time management between school and work too. Words of Joel: “Don’t give up! You can do it!”. Adult Education is here to help conquer your goals and set you up for success. Joel will be receiving help in connecting with local colleges as well as looking at job opportunities. Great job, Joel! 

     

  • Debera CookDebera is a graduate as of October 15, 2025! 

    • What struggles did you face while attending school? “The simple act of getting started!”
    • What words of encouragement do you have for future LMAE students? “Speak up and always ask for help with understanding the curriculum.”
    • What do you want others to know about our school and your experience with us? “It was encouraging, understanding and accommodating to all of my needs.”

    Debera will receive further assistance from us with help to create her resume and is currently soaking up the feeling of completion. She would like to thank her Instructor, Regina Castillo, for all her encouragement on this journey. We’re proud of you, Debera!

     

  • graduate JesusJesus is a graduate as of October 23, 2025!

    • Would you like to thank anyone for encouraging you? “Yes, my teacher and especially my wife and children.”
    • What struggles did you face while attending school? “Having a full time job and attending school wasn’t easy. Coming out late from work was stressful. But I stayed up later to do homework knowing it was going to be worth it in the end.”
    • What words of encouragement do you have for future LMAE students? “Make yourself a goal and promise to do at least one lesson a day. You’ll reach the finish line!”

    Jesus is grateful for LMAE, including our teachers that provided the patience and support that he needed. He has not requested any further support so we know he’s determined to find better opportunities now that he’s done with our program. Go get ‘em, Jesus! 

  • Leslie UriasLeslie is a graduate as of November 4, 2025!

    • What motivated you to return to school? "I made this a personal goal of mine. It meant so much to get my high school diploma."
    • What are your future plans now that you've completed our program? "I am enrolled in the Phlebotomy class that Adult Education also offers." 
    • Would you like to thank anyone for encouraging you? "I would like to thank my teachers: Cindy, Aracelis and Tim!"

    ​Leslie is interested in starting a career in healthcare. By joining our Phlebotomy program, she is one step closer! Great progress, Leslie! 

  • Noel GonzalezNoel is a graduate as of January 5, 2026!
     
    • What struggles did you face while attending school? "Finding the time and staying on track. I overcame them by telling myself to stay focused on the end goal."
    • Is there anything you want people to know about your experience? "I'm so appreciative of the help that I received from my teacher Regina. She was very encouraging and helpful. This school is a very good program."
    • What is your primary area of interest? "Law enforcement."
    Noel is happy to have completed our program. Now he is on his way to pursue his dream of becoming a cop. Keep up the good work, Noel! 

  • Nancy GarciaNancy Garcia is a graduate as of November 20, 2025

    • Who motivated you to return to school? "My children."
    • What are your future plans now that you have completed the program? "Attend college."
    • What words of encouragement do you have for future LMAE students? "At times it feels like it’ll never end but you’re closer than you think. Your future self will thank you."
    Nancy would like to thank our awesome and supportive staff, that was willing to help whenever she needed. Her plans are to attend a community college and receive help with creating a resume too. Great job, Nancy! 

  • Daniel EstradaDaniel is a graduate as of March 3, 2026!
     
     
    • Would you like to thank anyone for encouraging you throughout your journey? "Yes, Imelda Estrada Contreras."
    • What struggles did you face while attending LMAE? "Transportation and homelessness."
    • What words of encouragement do you have for future students? "One step at a time."
    Daniel is so proud of his experience with Adult Education that he wants to speak at our graduation ceremony. His future plans are to become a probation officer. There’s a bright future ahead for you, Daniel! 

  • Sara GuerreroSara is a graduate as of February 5, 2026!

    • Who motivated you to return to school? “Myself, for me and my son’s future.”
    • What are your future plans now that you’ve completed our program? “Joining the medical field or cosmetology, not sure yet.” (Adult Education offers both Career Paths once you’ve received your high school diploma).
    • What words of encouragement do you have for future LMAE students? “It’s never too late to think about your future. You have it in you. You can always restart and do better for yourself. Believe in yourself. It’s a good feeling to get things accomplished.”

    Sara will receive further help in connecting with a local community college. We’re here when she’s ready to enroll in our medical courses or cosmo too! We’re proud of your eagerness to continue, Sara! 

  • ​Pedro CarrilloPedro Carrillo is a graduate as of March 30, 2026!
     
    • What are your future plans now that you have completed our program? "I intend on going to Allan Hancock College."
    • Would you like to thank anyone for encouraging you throughout your journey? "I would like to thank Adolfo for his encouragement and motivating me to return to school."
    • What struggles did you face while attending school? "I struggled with my schedule but my teacher Cindy Lelaurin would call me to keep in touch."
    Pedro believes that everyone should make their high school diploma completion a priority. His future interest is working in the automotive industry. You can do it, Pedro!