Jennifer Keyes, director of the adult education and literacy program (as identified in the transcript), told the board the program serves adults 18 and older with teacher‑facilitated independent study, traditional classes and multiple distance‑education options. Keyes said the program is 100% grant funded and free to participants, with federal and state funds passing through the Department of Labor and Regulation.

Keyes described three program tracks — GED preparation, GED Ready (a readiness test), and Adult Basic Education — and English as a Second Language instruction covering oral communication, vocabulary and civics. She said the program offers orientation, intake testing and requires at least 12 hours of participation to count as a program participant for reporting.

On demographics, Keyes reported approximate racial/ethnic breakdowns and said about 88% of students are working‑age (18–44) and roughly 59% were already in the workforce when they enrolled. She noted a recent change to measurable skills‑gain metrics that affected year‑to‑year comparisons and asked for more data before drawing trend conclusions.

Keyes read a student narrative from a former student, "Shandy," who recounted leaving school early, later attaining a GED at 42, completing CNA certification and enrolling in Southeast Tech's LPN program. Keyes credited program referrals (Department of Labor, childcare assistance, housing supports, SNAP and admissions support) with helping that student's pathway to postsecondary education.

Board members asked clarifying questions about recruitment, typical completion timelines (answers: highly individualized), and possible alignment with chronic absenteeism liaison work. The board acknowledged and approved the adult education and literacy program update by voice vote.