Yasa Ahmed’s story is one of determination, resilience, and the power of community support. Originally from Iraq, Yasa began her journey with Skyline Literacy in 2022, enrolling in individual tutoring to prepare for her GED (General Educational Development) exams. She started by focusing on English comprehension, followed by Social Studies, noting that Math and Science came more easily to her. With the guidance and dedication of her tutors, Chris Gingrich and Reta Finger, Yasa steadily built the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed.

In November, Yasa achieved her goal by passing all four GED subjects and proudly earned her High School Equivalency Diploma. She celebrated this milestone with gratitude, expressing heartfelt thanks to Skyline Literacy and her tutors for their unwavering commitment to her success. As an assistant teacher in the Harrisonburg City Schools, Yasa loves her work and now dreams of advancing her career by becoming a certified teacher. While she’s not ready to begin college just yet, Yasa is already exploring future opportunities, demonstrating her determination to keep learning and growing. Her story is an inspiration to all, showing that with hard work and the right support, dreams can become reality.