East Central Community College - Adult Education & Mi-Best

06/26/2026

📖 Word of the Day: Tenacity
Pronunciation:
teh-NASS-ih-tee
/təˈnæs.ə.ti/
Syllables:
Te • nac • i • ty (4 syllables)
Part of Speech:
Noun
Definition:
The quality of being determined and not giving up, even when faced with challenges or setbacks.
Origin:
From the Latin tenacitas, meaning "firmness" or "holding fast."
Example Sentences:
Her tenacity helped her complete her High School Equivalency Diploma and begin workforce training.
With tenacity and hard work, he turned his dreams into reality.
Employers value workers who demonstrate tenacity when solving problems.
Quote:
"Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don't quit." — Conrad Hilton
💡 Today's Challenge:
Practice tenacity by sticking with one task you've been putting off. Every small step forward brings you closer to your goal.
Remember:
Tenacity turns obstacles into opportunities. 🌟📚💪
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06/25/2026

📚 Word of the Day: Perseverance
Pronunciation
pur-suh-VEER-uhns
/ˌpɝː.səˈvɪr.əns/
Syllables
Per • se • ver • ance (4 syllables)
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
Steady persistence in doing something despite difficulties, obstacles, or delays in achieving success.
Origin
Derived from the Latin word perseverantia, meaning "steadfastness" or "continuance."
Example Sentences
Through hard work and perseverance, she earned her High School Equivalency Diploma.
Perseverance helped him overcome challenges and reach his career goals.
Success often comes to those who show perseverance when times are difficult.
Inspirational Quote
"Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another." — Walter Elliot
💡 Remember: Every step forward, no matter how small, is progress. Keep going! 🌟

06/24/2026

Wellness Wednesdays:

Courtesy of Lara Parker
Public Relations/Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinator,
Weems Community Mental Health Center
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06/19/2026

We commemorate Juneteenth as a holiday @ ECCC’s Adult Education & MiBEST. Our classes will reopen on Monday, June 22, 2026.

06/18/2026

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or
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06/18/2026

We proudly present East Central Community College’s 2026 Adult Education Graduates!🎓

06/18/2026

To the Graduate🎓

A New Beginning
Today we celebrate your hard-earned success,
Your courage, determination, and progress.
Through challenges faced and goals achieved,
You proved that dreams can be believed.
With knowledge gained and futures bright,
Step forward now with hope and light.
East Central Adult Education and MiBEST proudly say,
Congratulations, Graduates—this is your day!

06/18/2026

📣‼️Attention: ECCC Adult Education and MiBEST Students, Please exercise necessary caution when traveling to the EC Decatur campus tomorrow morning for your graduation ceremony. We wish for you to arrive and depart safely. Inclement weather, specifically heavy rain, is forecasted for the Decatur area and surrounding counties.
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06/18/2026

📢 Attention Graduates:
Due to the forecasted rainy weather, all graduates should report to Newton Hall at 8:00 a.m.
Newton Hall is located behind the Huff Building. Upon arrival, follow the signs and staff directions to the designated graduate check-in area.
Please arrive on time to ensure a smooth commencement process. We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you!

06/17/2026