Offers adult education programs, with classes held at schools, community sites, businesses, and the Ronald M. Hubbs Center for Lifelong Learning: - English Language Learner (ELL) classes - GED preparation - Occupational preparation (e.g., EMT, Nurse Assistant, Commercial Driver, retail/customer service training) - Post-secondary/college preparation - Volunteer opportunities - Work readiness

Area Learning Center (ALC) Independent study evening program and alternative high schooling daytime program for students 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

Provides an opportunity for adults of any age to gain important life skills and certifications. Adult education services include improving reading, writing, math, and technology skills, or improving English as a Second Language skills. Services include: - GED preparation and testing - Math basics - One-to-one tutoring to improve reading skills - Reading program - Workplace education

- Adult basic education (ABE), ESL, and GED classes - Aquatics, including lifeguard training, water safety instruction, and scuba training - Computer classes - Sports and exercise activities - Summer enrichment camps and sports camps for students in grades 3 - 8 - Summer recreation and programs for children - Summer school offered in Clarkfield, Echo, and Granite Falls - Youth activities include dances, movies, theater performances, trips, and craft instruction - Youth development programs

Provides the following educational services: - Adult Basic Education: a group of individualized programs designed to help adult learners complete a high school diploma, pass the GED, review for college entrance and improve reading, writing, and math skills. ???- English Learner - EL: a program for adults seeking to improve their English language communication skills. Students work together in classroom settings. Classes are offered at many different skill levels and the curriculum focuses on helping learners successfully navigate systems of public schools, city, county and state governments, colleges, and work culture - Distance Learning and Basic Skills: program reviews reading, math, and grammar skills in an online setting. Meant for individuals who can work at their own pace at a time that works for them rather than a strict classroom schedule.

Community and adult education and senior citizen programs, including ESL classes, GED classes, and programs for adults living with a disability. - Adult education programs to advance academic skills such as reading, writing, and math - Distance learning/online study platforms for enrolled students - English classes for adults - GED preparation

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

ECFE is a parenting education program for all Minnesota families with children between the ages of birth to Kindergarten entrance. Learning opportunities through ECFE may occur in a variety of settings, such as the families' homes, district or community sites, and online parenting education and support. Programming and education services often include parents/caregivers and children but may just include parents/caregivers. ECFE works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports healthy child development. Services may include: - Book and toy lending library - Dad and child programs - Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5 - Home visits - Information on community resources - Parent-child activities - Parent discussion groups - Play and learn activities for children - Programs for non-English language learners (Building Language Together Program) - School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4 - Single parent program - Special events for the entire family - Workshops on specific topics NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events

Provides adult community education programs, including: - English as a Second Language classes - GED instruction and adult diploma programs - Family literacy - Parent education - Technology and social media - Professional development - Cooking and food classes - Hobbies and interests - Fitness - Aquatics/swimming

Provides the following services: - Basic adult education classes - Instruction for a GED/adult diploma - English as a second language classes

Free daytime adult ESL for levels Pre-Beginning/Beginning to Advanced and work readiness computer classes for Intermediate/Advanced students Evening adult ESL classes: Intermediate/Advanced; 4 sessions yearly Evening adult Spanish language classes: Beginning through Advanced; 4 sessions yearly

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.

Community education classes for youth and adults. Provides: ?- Adult basic education and senior citizen programs ?- ABE, ESL, and GED classes

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.

Provides help to improve reading, math, spelling, and writing skills, computer skills, GED test preparation, and GED testing. Also offers English as a secondary language and prep courses for vocational school or college.

Community and adult basic education and senior citizen programs including 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 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.

- 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

Offers adult basic education to individuals in the following programs: - Bridge Classes: Offered to adult college students enrolled in college courses to enhance their skills in several subjects such as math, English, study skills, digital literacy, and more. The program offers a comprehensive pre- and post-evaluation. - English Language Classes: Help adults develop their English language fluency in weekly classes. Students practice English through courses that focus on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. - General Equivalency Diploma (GED): Helps prepare adults wishing to take the GED test. Courses are provided to cover Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. Digital literacy and employability skills are embedded into the program.

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

Community education classes on various topics including: - Adult enrichment - ESL/GED classes - Safe driving course for 55+ - Youth enrichment

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

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

Program designed to meet the needs of adult refugees, immigrants, and migrant workers whose native language is other than English. Students may enroll at any time of the year as they strive to achieve skills in spoken and written English. Written and oral drills are used extensively, as well as real-life settings that enable learners to navigate their way through everyday experiences.