Programs and opportunities for children and adults who are residents of Hector, Buffalo Lake, and Stewart area. Included are: - New driver training - Mature driver training - Citizenship classes

The Southeast Initiative serves as a hub for resources, support, and advocacy offering guidance on: - Organizing and Leadership: Regional member committee and civic participation - Health & Wellness: Provides community health education and prevention, and mental health education - Employment and Career Services: Provides citizenship classes, GED classes, computer classes, driver's knowledge exam classes, and job search assistance.

- Adult Basic Education - Computer skills - Citizenship class - ESL; second language program - GED assistance

Offers educational programs such as: - Best Buy Teen Tech Center: A drop-in space for teens ages 14 - 18 to be creative and develop new skills. The center helps youth expand their interests and discover career paths through technology-based projects in programming, film-making, music production, graphic design, and much more. - Citizenship Classes: Prepare students to pass the United States Citizenship exam successfully. Classes are taught in English only. The class topics include the process of becoming a citizen, United States history and government, interview preparation and practice, study materials, and other resources. - English Language Classes (ESL): Classes open to anyone who would like to improve their English skills. Students learn how to read, write, speak, and understand the English language while also gaining essential life skills that will better prepare them to navigate life in the United States. Classes are offered online on Zoom. - GED Preparation Classes: Help students prepare to take the GED (High School Equivalent) exam. Classes cover all testing subjects, including math, social studies, science, and language arts (grammar and writing). Classes are offered in person, while Math courses are offered online on Zoom. - Youth in Action (YA!): A Latine-focused youth program for 9th - 12th grade students in the Twin Cities Area providing mentorship, leadership development, skill-building opportunities, college preparation, community service-learning projects, and innovative programs.

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.

Serves learners in the following main areas: - Basic skills brush-up (for those with or without disabilities) - Citizenship - Computer literacy - Diploma completion - Employment preparation/workforce readiness - English as a Second Language - GED preparation and testing

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.

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.

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

Provides a variety of classes and activities for community members of all ages inlcuding: ?- Adult Basic Education: Includes citizenship, college readiness, English as a second language (ESL), GED, job preparation, and online learning classes - Adult enrichment classes - Adult recreational sports - Exercise classes - Youth enrichment program - Youth sports - Swimming lessons

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.

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.

- Transportation - Translation - Housing assistance - Citizenship classes - Information on public benefits, immunizations, and school enrollment - Physical check-ups and screening - English classes

- 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

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

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.

Offers educational programs such as: - Best Buy Teen Tech Center: A drop-in space for teens ages 14 - 18 to be creative and develop new skills. The center helps youth expand their interests and discover career paths through technology-based projects in programming, film-making, music production, graphic design, and much more. - Citizenship Classes: Prepare students to pass the United States Citizenship exam successfully. Classes are taught in English only. The class topics include the process of becoming a citizen, United States history and government, interview preparation and practice, study materials, and other resources. - English Language Classes (ESL): Classes open to anyone who would like to improve their English skills. Students learn how to read, write, speak, and understand the English language while also gaining essential life skills that will better prepare them to navigate life in the United States. Classes are offered online on Zoom. - GED Preparation Classes: Help students prepare to take the GED (High School Equivalent) exam. Classes cover all testing subjects, including math, social studies, science, and language arts (grammar and writing). Classes are offered in person, while Math courses are offered online on Zoom. - Youth in Action (YA!): A Latine-focused youth program for 9th - 12th grade students in the Twin Cities Area providing mentorship, leadership development, skill-building opportunities, college preparation, community service-learning projects, and innovative programs.

Provides the following educational programs for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing: - Accuplacer testing/training: A test that helps place students in the appropriate college courses for their skill level - Adult basic education and tutoring - Case management and citizenship training for refugees who are deaf - Driver's education - High school diploma assistance

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

Serves learners in the following areas: - Basic skills brush-up - Citizenship - Computer literacy - Diploma completion - Employment preparation/workforce readiness - English as a Second Language - GED preparation and testing

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

Classes offered year round in adult education. Can make special arrangements for disabled adults to participate in programs through the Learning Exchange. Classes include: - Driver's education - Adult basic education - English as a Second Language - Citizenship - GED preparation

A culturally appropriate senior center providing services including: - Bilingual citizenship classes and ESL instruction - Congregate dining - Exercise, health, and nutrition education including Tai-Chi - In-home visits to assess determination of needs - Individual advocacy to access needed services and ensure fair treatment from community-based and government resources, assistance with making or canceling appointments with doctors, filling out forms, paying bills, and bridging cultural gaps - Information and referral - Intrepretation and translation support for limited English speakers going through the naturalization process - Social Media Classes - Transportation to medical appointments, human services appointments, shopping, errands, recreational/social appointments

- 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

Works to enhance the development of the individual through the many classes, activities, and programs offered for youth through adults. For Adults: - Computer and skills development classes - Recreational classes/activities - English language learning - GED and citizenship classes - Trips and activities for senior citizens - Big Buddy Volunteer Mentors For Youth: - Afterschool Adventures - grade K-6 - Dance - Preschool - 12th - Big Buddy Mentoring - ages 5-15 - Summer field trips - Teen Court - ages 13-18 - Skiing at Mount Kato - grade 7-12