Three years ago, the Army faced a recruitment crisis. Behind its recovery is a program for would-be soldiers who don't make the cut.

This test will help individualize Soldiers' class experience based on where they need to focus. Overall, FAST classes focus on math skills and reading comprehension.

Basic education classes putting Soldiers on track for new goals By Sgt. Christopher M Gaylord, 5th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment February 14, 2013 ...

By the time he decided on a future in math, he had a 10th-grader's understanding of the subject. An Army work ethic and a dedication to his new mission changed all that.