Reach your education and career goals with Excel Adult High School, an accredited high school completion program available through the library for free to Friendswood residents 25 years or older. Earn your diploma online, on your terms, and graduate ready for your next step. The program is self-paced and can be completed in up to 24 months. Participants can graduate in less time with transfer credits. Students have access to unlimited one-on-one tutoring sessions and support from success coaches!

Friendswood Library will award two scholarships to Friendswood residents who qualify. Features of the program:

-The accredited high school diploma is accepted by colleges, employers, and the military (not an equivalency exam).

-The 21.5-credit curriculum is aligned to national standards. Learners can select from more than 100 core academic, elective, and college-level courses.

-There’s no cost for eligible students.

-The program is 100% online, with 24/7 access to courses.

-The schedule is flexible and self-paced—learners can finish in 24 months or less. Students can graduate sooner with transfer credits.

-Transfer credits from previous high school(s) and portions of the GED®, HiSET®, or TASC exams are accepted.

-Unlimited one-on-one tutoring sessions and support from success coaches are offered.

-Course translations and read-aloud tools for English language learners are available.

-Students can earn up to 21 free college credits through ACE (American Council on Education) courses.

-The counseling team can assist with course selection, college planning, or career guidance.

Interested Friendswood residents can visit www.excelhighschool.org/library/friendswood

Love The Library?

Become a Friend of Friendswood Library  for as little as a $10 annual membership.  The Friends meet the first Tuesday of the month for an hour to discuss service initiatives, outreach, and fundraising activities.  Meetings are optional but the Friends would love to hear from you.  Become a Friend online through the Friendswood Library website or in person at the library’s circulation desk. 

The Friends have helped the Friendswood Library obtain library equipment such as a portable document scanner, Oculus Rift Virtual Reality System, a display case, Wi-Fi Hot Spots, and prizes for Summer Reading. The Friends also sponsor many library programs and events throughout the year including ZakiCon, May the Fourth Be With You, the Ekphrastic Poetry Contest, music performances, and others. 

Friends of the Library will be meeting Tuesday, February 7th at 6:00pm.