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Rockbridge Regional Library is providing scholarships to adults in Rockbridge and Bath counties to earn a private high school diploma online and to gain career skills.
Through a partnership with Career Online High School (COHS), Rockbridge Regional Library supports adults with earning their high school diploma and a career certificate. The library grants scholarships as part of its adult education programming. The fully online high school program provides a 24/7 online classroom, personal academic coaches, and real-world career training.
“Libraries offer a safe, supportive environment to foster learning and community. Our online education program for adults is a natural extension of library services that empower adults to learn and grow,” said COHS District Superintendent Dr. Howard Liebman. “COHS students receive support from Rockbridge Regional Library staff as well as from our academic coaches. Together, they help students achieve their goals.”
In addition to an accredited diploma, COHS students graduate with a certificate in their chosen career path, plus a resume, cover letter, and other tools to start or advance their careers.
According to the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau report, there are 2,333 adults over the age of 25 in Rockbridge and Bath counties who lack a high school diploma, making it difficult to apply to college or advance in a career.
“Seventy-six percent of our graduates pursue or plan to pursue post-secondary education including community colleges, vocational schools, and bachelor’s degree programs,” said Liebman.
To learn more about the program, including how to enroll and available scholarship opportunities, visit www. rrlib.net/cohs/.
