Jessica Harvey is all smiles as she holds her GED certificate, waves to her family and exits the gym during the recessional. DAN COOK PHOTOS Sussex Tech Director of Human Resources and Support Services Jason Peel gives congratulatory remarks to the GED Class of 2026. SCVT Director of Adult Education Kelly L. Whaley welcomes the family, friends and special guests to the ceremony. Maureen Whelan, adult and prison education director, tells students they have persevered and should be proud of themselves. Roberto Lopez Reyes receives the Dedication Award from staff member Kim Banks. Kiara Mumford receives the OAASIS scholarship from OAASIS Team Leader Chanteea Harmon. Bri Brinkley receives the Ethel M. Cook Memorial Scholarship for $1,000 from Dan Cook. SUBMITTED PHOTO Heartli Holston sings the national anthem before the ceremony. Guest speaker and GED instructor Jennifer Llewellyn congratulates the GED achievers on their hard work. Student speaker Candace Fox speaks of the dedication of all her classmates. Student speaker Kiara Mumford speaks about the perseverance of the students and the dedication of the staff. SCVT Director of Adult Education Kelly L. Whaley welcomes friends and families to the event. David Charles Aine receives his GED from Sussex Tech Director of Human Resources and Support Services Jason Peel.