High School in My 50s: The Foundation for My Dental Hygiene Journey
- Alex Gomes
- Jun 2
- 1 min read
On the morning of 05/30/2026, I passed my final exam at Chattahoochee Technical College - North Metro and was officially awarded my High School Equivalency Diploma by the State of Georgia and the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). This victory solidifies the beginning of my transition into the field of Dental Hygiene.
🙏 Above all, I thank God for the clear signs that illuminated my path. None of this would be real without the unconditional support of my foundation: my wife Michele, my children Yohani and Yuji, my parents, and my godmother.
I also extend my deepest gratitude to the Georgia State University (GSU) Workforce and TCSG teams. Being part of an integrated project backed by institutions of such weight and prestige was vital to my learning and provided me with a top-tier academic foundation. To my instructor, Carrie McKinnon, thank you for the excellent mentorship, and to Eduarda Hackenhaar, thank you for the words during my presentation that gave me the absolute conviction that I was headed in the right direction.
✨ Experiencing this achievement in my 50s has made me truly understand the strength of the American system: a culture that invests heavily in building and developing the best professionals of the future. I am extremely grateful for this structured opportunity that allowed me to align my maturity with excellence. Time is never a limit when you have clarity of purpose and the right environment to produce tomorrow.
The first fruits are already appearing! 🦷🎓
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