Grandma, 85, Earns High School Diploma 67 Years Late And Shares Her Next Steps

Grandma, 85, Earns High School Diploma 67 Years Late And Shares Her Next Steps

An 85-year-old Georgia woman graduated from high school on Saturday, June 1 — 67 years after her original graduation date.

Shirley Smith of Americus was surprised to learn on her 85th birthday that she would soon receive an honorary high school diploma, thanks to Eric Finch, Chief of Police of Montezuma Police Department, in recognition of her dedication to her family and unwavering support of their education over the years.

“I’m thankful,” Smith told Fox News Digital in a video interview. “I think it’s an honor and I think it’s a blessing.”