An elderly woman in Georgia recently passed her GED test at the age of 91, making history.

Helen Woodyard, a 91-year-old woman from Georgia, recently achieved a remarkable feat by earning her GED. According to 11 Alive, she is now the oldest person in the state to receive this credential in the past ten years. Her diploma was awarded to her on July 29th at West Georgia Technical College's adult education commencement ceremony in Waco, Georgia.

What makes this accomplishment even more impressive is that she only started taking classes at the age of 88, on her birthday. Helen's decision to go back to school was inspired by her four children, who had all completed their education. She had always regretted not finishing her own studies and wanted to follow in their footsteps.

"I never finished, so I always regretted not getting my diploma," she shared. "My four children finished, and I always wanted to do what they did." Earning her GED required Helen to put in more than 900 hours of coursework. She was dedicated to her studies, attending class three days a week, and rarely missing a session.

However, this journey was not without its challenges. Being away from the classroom for so many years meant that Helen had to adapt to new technology that had become standard in education. With the help of her adult education instructors, she learned how to use a scientific calculator and the computer programs required for exams.

Despite these obstacles, Helen persevered, determined not to give up on something she had started. "I kept going because I don't quit anything that I start," she said. "The Lord started a work in me, and I was willing to spend all the time I had left before I died to finish." Her hard work and dedication paid off when she finally received her diploma.

Before presenting her with her well-deserved diploma, West Georgia Technical College President Julie Post read a letter from the mayor of LaGrange, congratulating Helen on her achievement. She was among 91 students who were honored at the ceremony for completing their GED, high school equivalency, or English as a Second Language programs. Helen's education journey does not end here.

She has expressed her desire to use her newfound knowledge to help other older adults learn to read and write. Her determination and passion for learning serve as an inspiration to people of all ages, proving that it's never too late to pursue your dreams and achieve your goals. In a world where youth is often valued over age, Helen's story is a reminder that age is just a number and that it's never too late to continue learning and growing.