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Provides community and adult basic education, senior citizen programs and services for all ages. Including ABE, ESL, and GED classes.

Provides a variety of classes and activities for community members of all ages including:

• Adult driving course

• Adult basic education

• Adult recreational sports

• Arts and crafts?

• CPR and First Aid

• Computer literacy

• English as a second language (ESL)

• Exercise/Fitness programs

?- General Education Development (GED)

• Swimming lessons

?- Youth enrichment program

• Youth sports

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Community and adult basic education, as well as senior citizen programs, including ABE, ESL, and GED classes. Support services are also available to help learners participate in classes and programs, including:

• Basic computer skills classes

• Career exploration

• Job searches

• Transitions

Provide the following services:

• Basic childcare training
• Career consulting
• Citizenship and civics
• ESL Adult Education
• ESL Early Childhood Education
• Hands Across the World - "Learning Together"
• Job training
• Sewing and arts
• School system
• Out of the School Program - "Learning Together"

Other programs include:

• Academic tutoring and tutor volunteers in tandem with ISD 742
• Environmental stewardship
• Human Trafficking Task Force

Provides free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adult immigrants and refugees, with instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as digital literacy and work readiness support.

Employment

• Partners with the Minnesota Department of Human Services - Refugee Assistance Program to provide assistance developing job skills and finding employment

Health

• Grant-funded through UCare to provide education regarding diabetes, child and teen check-ups, and mental health

• Partners with Minnesota Care Counseling to provide linguistically appropriate trauma counseling

• Works with the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities to provide leadership training to people with disabilities in the Somali and Latinx communities

• Works with the Minnesota Department of Health to assess Somali communities throughout southern Minnesota for suicide prevention readiness and come up with plans to increase prevention measures

Resettlement

• Assistance with health care access, legal protection, education, training for income generation skills, and other services

• Assists new arrivals with documentation paperwork and in navigating the American system

• English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are taught at Faribault site through partnership with Faribault Adult Basic Education

• Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services assists with legal issues and documentation

• Works with Rice County Social Services to connect transportation and childcare resources, and provide job search assistance

Youth and Elders

• Programming for health and socialization is provided for elders in partnership with UCare

• Provides work experiences and supported employment to older workers through the Senior Community Supported Employment Program

• Through partnerships with the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, leadership, soft skills training, and assistance with job searching is providing to youth

Offers community education programs for all ages. Programs offered:

• Adult academics such as English Language Learning/ELL, General Educational Development (GED) preparation, adult diploma preparation, and college prep

• Adult enrichment classes such as fitness, cooking, arts/crafts, trips, sports, and other special interests

• Adventure Club: A child care program for open to the public during the summer and school year

• Early learning education programs for children birth - pre-Kindergarten age

• Swimming lessons for all ages

• Windows of Opportunities: Provides recreational, educational, and support activities for adults age 18 and over with physical, neurological and/or developmental disabilities

• Youth enrichment classes which include after school programs, classes in art, crafts, cooking/baking, life skills, music/theater, sports, and STEM-focused activities

• Youth leadership and internship opportunities in a variety of areas

Community and adult basic education for youth and older adult programs, including art, sports, recreation, enrichment classes, ABE, ESL, and GED classes.

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.

Offers continuing education, such as:

• Adult Basic Education: Provides courses offered in partnership with the Freshwater Education District. Helps individuals improve their basic reading, writing, math skills, and improve English language skills (ESL).

• Obtain a High School Equivalency Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED) program

• Support services including basic computer skills classes, transitions, job searches, and career exploration

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

Community and adult basic education and senior citizen programs, including ABE, ESL, and GED classes.

• Career exploration and counseling services, including computerized career information and career and post-secondary counseling

• College preparation classes in critical thinking, math, reading, spelling, and writing

• Computer skills classes

• Employment-related skills workshops and local job market information

• English proficiency training across all skill levels (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension)

• General Educational Development (GED) preparation classes

• High school diploma completion courses

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

English Language Learner (ELL) classes are available in person and online; class schedule available on website. Every class provides speaking, listening, reading, and writing English practice.

Provides adult basic education services, including:

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills

• Citizenship classes

• English as a Second Language

• GED Assistance

?- Introduction to computers

Community education classes and activities include:

• Adult Enrichment: Adult basic education, ESL, GED, computer literacy skills, career pathways, smart driver courses, dance and exercise classes.

• Driver's Education: Lakeview Community Education has partnered with A+ Driving School for the Driver's Education Program.

• Youth Enrichment: Provides educational programs and athletics/activity opportunities for children to explore their interests and build new skills.

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 basic education, aquatics, driving classes, ESL, GED test preparation, sports and recreational activities, and more.

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 learning opportunities for adults, ages 16 and above, who are not enrolled in school and who lack the basic skills to read, write and speak English, compute and solve problems necessary to function on the job and in society Services include:

• Adult diploma

• Basic skills

• Computer literacy

• English as a Second Language

• Family literacy

• GED

• Reading tutors and English as a Second Language tutors

• Workforce education programs

• Community and adult basic education and senior citizen programs including ABE, ESL, and GED classes.

• Free breakfast and lunch are provided in the summer for children ages birth - 18. Adults can eat for $4. Meals are provided at the Intermediate School:

Breakfast: 7 am - 9 am Lunch: 11 am - 12:30 pm

Partners with eight school districts and other community organizations in the northern metro area to offer adult basic education. Services provided:

• Assistance in preparing for the GED examination is available at Anoka Technical College, Blaine Learning Center, Elk River ABE, and Saint Francis ABE

• Brush-up instruction in reading, writing, and math is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Centennial Adult Continuing Education, and Brooklyn Center ABE

• Credit Recovery Diploma available at Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River ABE

• English as a Second Language class for foreign-born adults is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College

• GED Testing Centers are located at the Anoka Technical College and the Blaine Learning Lab site

• Minnesota State Diploma available at the Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River Community Education Center sites

Offers services to out-of-school and at risk youth. Provides high school dropout recovery, and attainment of recognized postsecondary credentials. These services include: ?- Career counseling ????- English as a Second Language classes

• GED

• Goal setting

• Help with resumes, applications, and interviews

• High school diploma

• Job and life skills

• Job placement

• Paid work experience

• Post high school education assistance

• Reading and math skills

• Referrals to other agencies

• Tests to find interests and skills

Area Learning Center (ALC) Independent study evening program and alternative high school daytime program for students in grades 10 - 12 who are behind in their education Community Education

• Adult basic education programs, including ABE, ESL, and GED classes
• Adult lifelong learning
• Adult recreation
• Open and lap swim
• Performing arts
• Swimming lessons
• Youth enrichment
• Youth recreation

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.