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Provides GED preparation and testing, English as a Second Language, and digital literacy. Also offers Career Pathways, which is ??designed to help individuals advance over time from entry-level positions to higher-level, higher-paying jobs

- Variety of youth and adult enrichment classes. - Adult Basic Education: assistance with GED, adult diplomas, English as a Second Language, workforce preparation, family literacy, basic skills enhancement, citizenship, and civic education

Provides a community center offer services such as: - Counseling and support for new immigrants - Employment referral and assistance - English as a Second Language and citizenship classes - Forms and applications assistance for Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicare, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, public housing, childcare assistance, WIC, or Head Start programs - Health counseling and education - Home care services contracted with Medica offering homemaking and PCA services to older adults and individuals living with a disability - Parenting skills counseling - Senior program offering socialization and activities as well as seminars on health, immigration, and social services every other month - Translation services - Transportation assistance for health appointments, benefits appointments, and school - Youth programs such as a summer youth program helping children who are academically at risk, lack English skills, and have minimal education improve their academics and learning

Offers adult basic education for personal enrichment or to prepare for employment. Services offered: - Citizenship preparation - English as a Second Language - GED instruction - Improve basic skills such as work-related math, language, reading, or writing assistance - Literacy instruction

- Citizenship education - After school care - Defensive driving classes for persons age 55 and older - Driver education for new drivers - Discovery Time pre-school - School Readiness/Kindergarten Connection - Pre-school screening and developmental assessment - Summer recreation - Adults and children's classes and events

- Skills brush-up for individuals who would like to improve reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and math skills - GED instruction - Adult Diploma completion (for persons ages 21 and older) - English as a Second Language instruction - Family School: Provides an opportunity for parents to finish high school and improve their math and English skills while they also improve their parenting skills (parents and children attend together) - Citizenship instruction - Official GED testing on site - Limited transportation available

Programs geared toward helping Cambodian elders and other southeast Asians in the following areas: - Applying for public benefits - English instruction - Citizenship classes, INS interviews and immigration assistance - Healthy eating promotion which reconnects participants with the eating habits of their home countries through nutrition education, development of community gardens, and meals served three days a week from a local restaurant. Serves elders from the Cambodian, Chinese, and Karen communities. - Physical activities and active living - Cultural and traditional ceremonies - Health education - Medicare application - Housing assistance - Funeral assistance - Recreational activities - Group shopping and medical appointment transportation - Translation

Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs provide opportunities to obtain academic, interpersonal, and problem solving skills necessary to live self-sufficient lives - ABE programs include - Adult ESL - GED preparation - GED testing - Citizenship - Family literacy

The federal agency of the United States providing lawful immigration, naturalization, and citizenship. Adoption: - Offers information and forms about intercountry adoption, determines the suitability and eligibility for prospective adoptive parents, and eligibility of the child immigrating to the United States E-Verify Contact Center: - A contact center available to assist individuals with using E-Verify, password resets, assistance with cases, and technical support. The contact center can help answer questions about E-Verify policies and procedures, Form I-9, and employment eligibility. Family Petition for a Green Card, visa, or Refugee/Asylee status: - Information about the application process for family Green Card holders to immigrate to the United States as permanent residents. More information can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/family/family-of-green-card-holders-permanent-residents. - Information about United States citizens who wish to petition certain family members to receive a Green Card, a fiancé visa, or a K-3 or K-4 based on the relationship ties. More information can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/family/family-of-us-citizens. - Information about the application process to petition for certain family members to obtain derivative Refugee or Asylee status. More information can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/family/family-of-refugees-and-asylees. Humanitarian Programs and Information: - Lists information for Afghan nationals, employment resources for parolees in the United States, signification public benefits parole for Aliens outside of the United States, temporary protected statuses of certain countries, victims of human trafficking/other crimes, victims of female genital mutilation or cutting, and forced marriages. - Offers information and forms on how to self-petition for a Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA) form, T, or U filings. Forms and guidance on how to apply can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/abused-spouses-children-and-parents. - Offers information, guidance, eligibility, and forms about consideration for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and renewals for DACA. DACA applies to children who came to the United States with their parents who were noncitizens, who meet several guidelines, can request a consideration of deferred action for a period of 2 years, subject to renewal, and eligible to request work authorization. The deferred action is an exercise to defer removal action against an individual for a certain period of time. - Provides protection and information to individuals unable to reside in their home countries, individuals who must enter the United States under urgent circumstances, victims of certain crimes, including but not limited to human trafficking, domestic violence, abandonment, neglect, or abuse. Naturalization, Permanent Residency, Visas, and Other Forms: - Access to forms on applying for naturalization, permanent residency, employment verification, replacement of a resident card, family-based forms, employment-based forms, and humanitarian forms - Lists information about the USCIS Policy Manual which is the agency's centralized online repository for the USCIS's immigration policies. More information in the policy manual can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/policy-manual. - Offers information for temporary workers, permanent workers, and student visas - Provides information for those interested in visiting the United States, how to get a visitor visa, and how to change a nonimmigrant status

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include: - Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training - Budgeting and financial literacy - GED preparation - Interview skills - Citizenship - College and career preparation - Creating a resume - English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL) -Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

Family literacy program: - Citizenship classes - English as a Second Language (ESL) classes - GED classes - Parent and child activities to help prepare children for school

Educational opportunities and empowerment programs: - Basic skills education - Citizenship preparation - ESL classes - GED instruction - Refresher classes for individuals who wish to return to school to earn their high school diploma or high school students who are behind in credits

The Area Adult Learning Cooperative offers Adult Basic Education programs at no cost in the GFW area including: - English as a Second Language - Adult basic education - Literacy programs - Citizenship classes - GED instruction

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include: - Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training - Budgeting and financial literacy - GED preparation - Interview skills - Citizenship - College and career preparation - Creating a resume - English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL) -Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

A variety of adult education programs are available through Neighborhood House with the goal of helping individuals develop the skills necessary for gaining economic self-sufficiency. Career Training Programs: In partnership with Avivo, training is offered on workplace essential skills, and various sector-specific careers such as maintenance and custodial, medical office support, and more. College Readiness: The primary focus of this class is to prepare students for the Accuplacer test, which colleges use to determine if students are ready for courses at that level or if they would benefit from remedial English or math classes. The goal is to help students pass this test so that they can enroll directly in credit-bearing classes and avoid expensive remedial courses. Students will also learn the soft skills necessary to succeed in college. Computer Classes: Students learn how to use the internet, email, and Microsoft Office programs. Every other day of computer class is run as an open lab where students can work on any computer-related project and get support from staff and volunteers. Students work toward gaining a Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment certificate, a credential recognized throughout the state. English Language Civics: Funded by the Minnesota Department of Education, civics classes teach English skills through a focus on US citizenship, community engagement, Minnesota culture and history, and job skills. Students in these classes all have a goal of eventually obtaining employment or improving their current employment situation. Many students in this class also volunteer at Neighborhood House in order to gain job skills. Offers a course to prepare individuals for the citizenship exam. English Language Learner (ELL) Program: Classes teach students reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through the context of life skills. Students learn about health, housing, work, food, money, and many other everyday topics. After students complete the Advanced ELL class, they are able to join the GED or College Readiness classes. GED Exam Preparation: Classes are designed to help students prepare for the test in an engaging classroom. These classes are a combination of US-born students who did not complete high school and English Language Learners who have completed English classes and need a high school credential for work or college.

Provides help to improve reading, math, and writing skills, GED test preparation, and GED testing. Also offers English as a Second Language. Also offers citizen test preparation.

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include: - Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training - Budgeting and financial literacy - GED preparation - Interview skills - Citizenship - College and career preparation - Creating a resume - English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL) -Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

Referral number for adult basic education classes, like English (ESL), GED, citizenship, and computers. Classes are available at Open Door Learning Center locations in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Computer Classes available at the Open Door location in Midway.

Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages. Class offerings include adult enrichment classes, arts and craft classes, citizenship test courses, driving classes, English and a Secondary Language, GED testing, sports and recreational activities, youth enrichment classes, and more.

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include: - Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training - Budgeting and financial literacy - GED preparation - Interview skills - Citizenship - College and career preparation - Creating a resume - English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL) -Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

Referral number for adult basic education classes, like English (ESL), GED, citizenship, and computers. Classes are available at Open Door Learning Center locations in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Computer Classes available at the Open Door location in Midway.

Provides a variety of classes and activities for community members of all ages including: - Adult Basic Education: Includes citizenship, college readiness, English as a second language (ESL), GED, job preparation, and online learning classes - Adult enrichment classes: Includes culinary, garden, health and wellness, and more - After-school programs - Exercise classes: Includes dance, pickleball, swimming, yoga, and more? - Driver training for new drivers and older adults - Youth summer programs - Youth sports and recreation

- Adult Basic Education: Adults ages 17 and older not enrolled in public school can improve their skills in reading, writing, math and computer. Face-to-face classes are available with a teacher, as well as computer-based programs for use both in and away from school. These classes can help adults get prepared for college and employment. - Adult Diploma: Standards based, competency diploma program. Diploma competency areas include: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Digital Literacy and Career Development, and Employability Skills. Students must be adults ages 19 and older, take and pass a reading test, and have a level of math competency at low intermediate ABE level. - Bridges to Careers: Offers a variety of options to help individuals not in college to transition into employment or college courses at Rochester Community and Technical College - Citizenship: Provides citizenship preparation classes to adults ages 18 and older who have been a permanent resident for at least 5 years or 3 years if married to a United States citizen, and are able to speak, read and write English. These classes prepare students to take the citizenship test and interview. - Computer Literacy: Hawthorne Education Center is a sponsoring site for the Northstar Digital Literacy program. Through learning, assessments and proctored tests, students can gain a certificate in Computer Literacy. - English as a Second Language: 7 levels of English language training are available for adults ages 17 and older who are non-native English speakers. Classes are offered Monday - Thursday mornings and afternoons. Beginning and intermediate courses provide instruction and practice in reading, writing, speaking, listening and grammar. Advanced courses provide instruction and practice in college preparatory language skills and in conversation and pronunciation. Most courses range in size from 10 - 20 learners, and all are taught entirely in English. - Family Literacy: Combines adult literacy, parent education and early childhood education into 1 program, to provide a comprehensive family literacy program for families with children ages birth - 7 years. Children must qualify for free and reduced lunch. Families must have English as a second language, wish to complete the GED or High School Diploma, or college and job training. - General Educational Development (GED) Prep and Tests: Hawthorne Education Center is an authorized GED (General Education Development) Pearson Testing Center

ESL education for adult immigrants in small classes focusing on: - Citizenship classes - Computer-assisted instruction in the above areas - ESL/ELL instruction in reading, writing, computer, and math ? ?Note: Individuals must be enrolled in the ESL course to take the citizenship classes. Childcare for current students is available on a limited basis.

Provides a full spectrum of learning options for community members in person and online. Adult Education services include: - Basic skills (math, reading, and writing) and computer training - Budgeting and financial literacy - GED preparation - Interview skills - Citizenship - College and career preparation - Creating a resume - English Language Learning (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL) -Industry-specific training such as entrepreneur training, carpentry, pre-apprenticeship, ServSafe food manager certification, and para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.