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Meet Jasmine
Learning, for life
After leaving school early, navigating a challenging home situation and with three young children depending on her, Jasmine rewrote her story.
Meet Savannah
The power of connection
Facing family illness, bullying, and failing grades, Savannah found a new path through online school, and it changed everything.
Meet Jasmine
Jasmine left school early, unsure of what was to come. By 21, she earned her GED, but faced a challenging home life. With young children depending on her, she kept moving forward. In her late 20s, she earned her nursing certification, rewriting her future on her terms. Now, she’s reflecting on how far she’s come.
Jasmine’s story proves anything is possible with determination and the right support. Whatever your goal, we’re here to help. Explore Pearson’s offerings and start your journey today.
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Whether your journey follows a familiar route or takes unexpected turns, we can help you build skills that move your life and career forward. With flexible, affordable learning experiences that are designed to work — grounded in learning science and enhanced by AI. And with trusted, credible assessments, you can confidently prove what you know and what you’re ready to do next.
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The GED® credential is a globally recognized high school equivalency diploma accepted by nearly all U.S. universities and many institutions worldwide. It opens doors to higher education and career advancement by helping learners build the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today’s workforce.
Meet Savannah
At 7, Savannah lost her father to a brain bleed — fueling a lifelong drive to pursue neurosurgery. By 14, she was being bullied, her grades slipping, and her mother was battling cancer. Then she switched to online school and everything changed. Not just her education. Her life.
Savannah's story shows the power of resilience and taking control of your future. Whatever your goal or dream, we can help you get there you. Learn more about Pearson's offerings here.
The power of learning
Learning is more than just gaining knowledge. Every question, every challenge, every breakthrough helps students discover what they can do and who they can become. Our flexible, affordable learning experiences, grounded in learning science and enhanced by AI, help students build real skills that move their lives and careers forward.
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Connections make it possible
Connections Academy is a tuition-free, public virtual school with more than 40 schools in 31 states. With over 20 of years experience in delivering virtual education, it builds powerful, personal connections between teachers, families, and students. Connections Academy prepares students not just for school, but for bigger, better futures.
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Preparing students for college and careers
Discover the latest college and career readiness programs built by experts and backed by learning science. Our programs are designed to help students build valuable skills, ignite a love of learning, and achieve their goals.
The power of learning
When we learn, the benefits extend far beyond what we might expect. Each new skill or insight can transform many parts of our lives, helping us grow beyond who we are today and into the life we imagine.
Learning is good for ...
People who complete more years of formal education early in life tend to experience less decline in memory and processing speed later in life.1
Taking just one course between the ages of 33 and 42 can have positive effects on health habits and overall satisfaction with life.2
1 in 3 adults say that learning has made them feel more fulfilled and happier.3
89% of adults say that learning has had a positive impact on their life. The greatest impact of learning is becoming more knowledgeable, followed by fulfilment and a sense of purpose.3
In one study, 64% of adults who pursued personal learning said it helped them make new friends.4
75% of workers involved in an upskilling program said their career advanced in some way.5
What people are saying
I’ve seen transformation in my daughter through online learning. From feeling like she doesn’t know what to do to ‘I got this.’
Pursuing a four-year degree is preparing me to go into the world with an open mind — eager to learn and discover.
I love how learning expands my mind and critical thinking [ability]. It makes me feel alive.
- Bennett, D. A., Wilson, R. S., Schneider, J. A., Evans, D. A., Mendes de Leon, C. F., Arnold, S. E., Barnes, L. L., & Bienias, J. L. (2003). Education modifies the relation of AD pathology to level of cognitive function in older persons. Read more
- Feinstein, L., & Hammond, C. (2004). The contribution of adult learning to health and social capital. Read more
- Pearson Vital Learning Survey, conducted by Morning Consult, September 2025 (n=2,200 U.S. adults; ±2pp)
- Horrigan, J. B. (2016). Lifelong learning and technology. Pew Research Center. Read more
- Gallup. (2021). The American upskilling study: Empowering workers for the jobs of tomorrow. Read more
Meet Jasmine
Meet Jasmine
Jasmine left school early, unsure of what was to come. By 21, she earned her GED, but faced a challenging home life. With young children depending on her, she kept moving forward. In her late 20s, she earned her nursing certification, rewriting her future on her terms. Now, she’s reflecting on how far she’s come.
Remarkable Learning Stories: Meet Savannah
Meet Savannah
At 7, Savanah lost her father to a brain bleed - fuelling a lifelong drive to pursue neurosurgery. By 14, she was being bullied, her grades slipping, and her mother was battling cancer. Then she switched to online school and everything changed. Not just her education. Her life.