SAFFORD – The Safford City – Graham County Library’s Adult Education Program is excited to announce the second annual GED Community Graduation will be on Thursday, June 25, at 5:30 p.m. in the Library Program Room at 808 S. 7th Ave. in Safford. This ceremony recognizes all past and recent GED test graduates. All community members who have ever passed one or more of the five required GED tests, along with their families, are invited to the celebration.
RSVPs are required for ceremony preparations, including caps and gowns and a graduate slideshow. Please email kapodaca@saffordaz.gov to RSVP or stop by the library to sign up by May 14. A special thank you to our local Safeway store and Friends of the Library for providing refreshments for the ceremony.
We are also looking for local GED graduates who would like to share some positive inspiration via video with our graduates. If that interests you, please email the email address provided above.
The Adult Education Program currently coordinates GED preparation for students in Graham and Greenlee counties. More than 100 students have enrolled in the program since it became locally supported by the United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties and the City of Safford in September 2024. With an in-house teacher, Kristi Apodaca, available to provide resources and one-on-one instruction, students can prepare for their GED tests in various ways. Testing is available at three locations in the two counties. If you know someone interested in earning their GED, please contact the email address above.
About the City of Safford
Nestled in the heart of Southeastern Arizona’s Gila Valley, the City of Safford is a vibrant rural community and the largest municipality in Graham County, with a population of just over 10,000. Incorporated in 1901 and becoming a city in 1955, Safford serves as the central hub for Southeastern Arizona. The city operates a wide range of services and facilities, supported by over 230 dedicated staff members, including full-time employees, seasonal workers, volunteer firefighters, and council members. In addition to providing essential utilities such as gas, water, electricity, wastewater, and sanitation, the City of Safford operates a golf course, an airport, a library, and a landfill that serve the broader county. Safford is committed to providing exceptional services and fostering a thriving community for all residents and visitors.
