McDowell Education Center

06/18/2026

Thank You for an Amazing Summer!

Today marks the end of our Summer Classes at McDowell Adult Education Center!

We would like to thank all of our students and staff who helped make this another incredible summer. Your hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm are what make our McDowell family so special.

Classes will resume on August 10, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back soon!

In the meantime, take a moment to explore all the educational opportunities we offer. Whether you're interested in English classes, High School Equivalency (HSE), workforce certifications, or career training, there's a place for you at McDowell.

Visit our website to learn more and enroll in a program that fits your goals:

https://sites.google.com/bcsc.k12.in.us/mcdowelledu/home?pli=1

Thank you for being part of our journey. Have a wonderful summer, and we'll see you in August!

06/10/2026

Exploring New Opportunities in Our Community!

Our English Class Summer Group, led by Teacher Michelle Newland, had a wonderful visit to the beautiful new BCPL Eastside!

Students enjoyed an engaging morning with Sandy Allman, who gave us a fantastic tour and shared information about the many free resources, programs, technology services, and learning opportunities available to our community.

A big thank you to Sandy and the library staff for making us feel so welcome and for showing our students how the library can support learning, growth, and success beyond the classroom.

We encourage everyone to visit the new BCPL Eastside location at 421 McClure Road and discover all it has to offer!
Learning English, building connections, and exploring our community—one step at a time!

06/08/2026

High School Equivalency Test Update & Success Story

We would like to inform our community that there will be no High School Equivalency (HSE) testing until the week of August 20th.

However, you can register now and get ready to start your journey with us in August through our FREE HSE classes. This is the perfect opportunity to begin preparing, build confidence, and stay on track toward your goals.

And today, we celebrate a truly inspiring achievement.

Katia Legarda has officially earned her HSE diploma!
With dedication, persistence, and quiet determination, she stayed committed to her goal until the very end. A sweet soul with a contagious smile, Katia reminds us that perseverance leads to real accomplishment.

Her journey is a beautiful example of what is possible when you keep moving forward.

Register now using the link below for our next orientation and be ready to start classes with us in August.
https://form.jotform.com/251335465728159

We can’t wait to welcome you and support you on your path to success

05/28/2026

Today, we celebrated the retirement of an incredible leader, mentor, and friend — Mark Newell.

For so many students, staff, and families, Mark was much more than a director. He was a daily example of kindness, dedication, and compassion. Whether under the hot summer sun or in the middle of snow and freezing mornings, he was always outside welcoming students with a smile on his face and joy in his heart.

How many times did we see him sitting in the hallways, talking with students, encouraging them, helping them believe in themselves, and changing lives one conversation at a time? He made every person feel seen, valued, and important.

Mark’s impact on our school and our community is impossible to measure. His character, generosity, and genuine care for others are truly one of a kind. He didn’t just help students succeed — he helped transform lives, including ours.

Today is not goodbye, but a celebration of an amazing legacy that will continue to live in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege to know him.

Thank you for everything, Mark. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

05/19/2026

Join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of our students!

After months — and for many, years — of hard work, perseverance, and dedication, our graduates are reaching an important milestone, and we would love for our community to be part of this special evening.

Come support and cheer for the students who worked tirelessly to earn their High School Equivalency diplomas and Career Certifications. Their stories are inspiring, and this celebration is a reminder that it’s never too late to achieve your goals.

You’ll also have the opportunity to meet our amazing McDowell Adult Education team, learn more about our programs, and discover how YOU can become part of the McDowell family.

CNHS Judson Erne Auditorium
May 20, 2026
6:30 PM

We can’t wait to celebrate together!

05/18/2026

05/13/2026

Today we are celebrating two more amazing HSE graduates — Crystal and Tresean!

Crystal touched all of us with her perseverance, determination, and hard work throughout her journey.
Tresean brought joy and positivity to our days and always made our classroom brighter.

We are so proud of both of them and wish them the very best in this new chapter of their lives!

If you would like to become part of our student family and start your own success story, enroll using the link below.

https://form.jotform.com/251335465728159

05/11/2026

🔥 Sparks are flying in our Welding Certification Class! 🔥

These photos show our REAL students getting hands-on experience, building skills, confidence, and a future career.

Our FREE Welding Certification Program is a great opportunity for anyone ready to learn a valuable trade, gain industry skills, and prepare for better job opportunities.

✅ Free training
✅ Hands-on learning
✅ Industry certification pathway
✅ Supportive instructors and real shop experience

The next class begins this Fall — spots are limited!
Register now using the link below and reserve your place in our next orientation.

https://form.jotform.com/241685031820148

05/07/2026

Another Success Story at McDowell Adult Education Center!

Congratulations to Doris Vogel for earning her HSE Diploma!
Doris worked hard, stayed determined, and achieved an important milestone for her future. We are so proud of her accomplishment and honored to be part of her journey.

Be like Doris — your goals are possible too!
Come join us at McDowell Adult Education Center and take the next step toward your future.

Free classes
HSE Diploma Programs
Supportive teachers and staff

Your success story could be next!

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Karli George on earning her HSE Diploma!

Karli is one of the sweetest students we have had the pleasure of working with, and today she celebrates an incredible achievement.

She worked hard and stayed committed despite the many challenges of everyday life—and her journey is not over yet! Soon, she will also take her CCMA certification exam as she continues building her future.

We are truly honored to be part of Karli’s journey and will always celebrate the success of our students.

Please join us in congratulating Karli on this amazing accomplishment!