South Baltimore Learning Center

Sponsor An SBLC Learner !
2025-06-16, 2025-06-17, 2025-06-18, 2025-06-19, 2025-06-20, 2025-06-21, 2025-06-22, 2025-06-23 and 17 more dates | SBLC – 28 Ostend Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
Sponsor an SBLC Learner!

Ready to make a lasting impact?
By becoming a learner sponsor, you’ll help learners achieve life-changing milestones through access to free education, career training, and holistic support services. Your gift supports over 800 adults annually, funding transportation, textbooks, digital tools, and programs like workforce readiness, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. Together, we can turn determination into diplomas and dreams into reality.
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Happy Juneteenth!
2025-06-19
In honor of Juneteenth, SBLC|LearningWorks will be closed today. Wishing you a meaningful and reflective holiday from all of us.

SBLC|Learning Works 2025 Graduation
2025-06-24 11:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | community engagement center, 16 S. Poppleton St., Baltimore, MD, 21201
SBLC Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony is just around the corner! Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments and successes of our talented graduates. Get ready for a day filled with laughter, tears, and unforgettable moments.
Stay tuned for more details!

Summer Semester Begins!
2025-07-01
SBLC Learning Works offers two pathways to earn your Maryland High School Diploma: preparation to take the GED test and assessment through the National External Diploma Program (NEDP). Check out the pathways below to learn more about the tests and assessments you will need to complete to earn your diploma depending on which program you enroll in.
GED TEST
OR
National External Diploma Program (NEDP)®

GED TEST
NEDP ASSESSMENT

How does it work?
Successfully pass all four GED® exams at an official testing site with a minimum score of 145

Reasoning through Language Arts
Mathematical Reasoning
Science
Social Studies

Complete at-home activities and in-office checks (quizzes) with 100% accuracy

Cultural literacy
Financial literacy
Civic literacy
Health literacy
Geography/history
Science
Workplace topics

What type of assessment is this?
Timed tests, consisting of multiple-choice questions, short answer, fill-in-the-blank and essays

Work at your own pace
Questions require short answer responses and skill demonstrations, in-person with an NEDP Assessor

How long does it take?
Each test takes about 90 minutes; however, if you don’t score 145, you have to retake the test
Most participants take from 6-12 months to complete the program

How much is online?
All four tests are online
All of the at-home activities and the in-office checks (quizzes) are online

What type of student is the assessment designed for?

Good test-taking skills
Prefers classroom instruction to prepare for the tests

Self-motivated
Independent learner
Strong technology skills

What is required to qualify for this assessment?
GED Testing Service requires that you be at least 18 years old and officially withdrawn from school
You must be at least 18 years old and score at the 9th/10th grade level on math and reading tests

How much does it cost?
$11.25 for each test ($45.00 total)
Additional fees associated with taking GED test prep classes
None

SBLC Partners with Target Circle Community Giving
2025-07-01 08:00 - 2025-09-30 20:00
We are thrilled to announce that SBLC has been invited to participate in the Target Circle Community Giving Program for the Maryland Baltimore market! Our application has been completed, and we’ll be officially featured from July 1 through September 30, 2025, both in local Target stores and online.
Through this program, Target Circle members can earn votes and cast them for a selection of local nonprofits making a difference — and SBLC is honored to be one of them! Each vote helps direct Target’s community grant dollars to support our mission of empowering adult learners through education, workforce development, and social-emotional growth.
Every vote counts! On average, participating nonprofits receive between $1,000-$2,000 during the 90-day campaign — and every dollar will go directly toward helping learners reach their goals.
Help us spread the word! Share with your family, friends, and colleagues, and encourage them to support SBLC through the Target Circle app, online at target.com/circle, or in stores. Together, we can continue making a powerful impact in our community!

Happy Independence Day!
2025-07-04
Happy Independence Day from all of us at SBLC. Today, we honor the birth of our nation and the enduring values of freedom, unity, and hope. Wishing you a joyful and safe Fourth of July filled with celebration, reflection, and community spirit!
