Roosevelt Warm Springs to Graduate 112 Students on May 22

Students earn more than 600 industry-recognized certifications 

MAY 18, 2026 – Atlanta, Ga. – The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) will celebrate 112 graduates from the Roosevelt Warm Springs Center during its Spring 2026 Graduation Ceremony on Friday, May 22, at 10 a.m. on its historic campus. The ceremony will honor students with disabilities who completed career training programs and earned more than 600 industry-recognized certifications in high-demand fields, including Certified Nursing Assistant, Construction Jumpstart, Hospitality, Logistics-Forklift/Warehouse, Pharmacy Technician and other career pathways.

“This graduation represents the hard work, perseverance, and commitment our students have shown throughout their journey,” said RWS Residential Director Todd McRae. “The certifications they have earned provide valuable skills that can open doors to employment opportunities and greater independence. We are proud of their achievements and grateful to the staff and instructors who guided and supported them.”

RWS graduates represent communities across Georgia, with the largest number of students coming from Fulton, Gwinnett, Hall, Paulding, and Troup counties. Family members, community leaders, partners, and supporters are expected to attend as the Class of 2026 celebrates this important milestone and the opportunities ahead.

The graduation ceremony reflects Roosevelt Warm Springs’ continued mission to provide education, career training, and workforce development opportunities for individuals with disabilities. GVRA operates Roosevelt Warm Springs and the Cave Spring Center in Cave Spring, Ga.

Members of the media are invited to attend and celebrate the achievements, determination, and workforce readiness of Georgia’s rising professionals.

Media Contact: Carla Murphy, Communications Director at (470) 922-4011 or Jaylen Pope, Communications Specialist at (404) 985-5857.

About the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency

Established in July 2012, the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) operates five integrated and interdependent statutory programs with a shared mission of serving Georgians with disabilities and empowering them to live more independent lives.