As a young single mom, Tamara Esquivel-Hernandez aspired to a successful career. But having a baby at an early age didn't leave her with many options for pursuing her education, which was interrupted before she could finish high school. James Madison High School offers a high school diploma for adults program that enabled Tamara to finish high school and get her diploma on her own terms and on her own time.

Taking online high school classes during the summer is a great way to catch up or get ahead for the upcoming academic year. Consider these tips for making test­-taking a breeze:

Molly Marie Svrcina, a JMHS graduate and former American Idol contestant, knows that hard work and initiative can equal success. As you get closer to achieving your JMHS high school diploma, use Molly Marie's drive as a source of inspiration.

This month we spoke to Bryan Carver about his role at James Madison High School, life lessons for his students, and which historical figure he would like to meet.

Graduating students can often be overwhelmed with the task of college selection and the process of application. By encouraging students throughout their high school education and giving them the tools to make decisions, we can assist them in selecting the right college. Students at JMHS not only finish with a high school diploma, but also a full education in preparation for college. Look to these seven tips to get the scoop on how to find the perfect fit for higher education.