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.

Offers adult education programs including: - English Language Learner (ELL) classes - GED preparation - Occupational preparation: Skills classes, EMT training, Nurse Assistant training, Commercial Driver training, retail/customer service training, etc. - Post-secondary/college preparation - Volunteer opportunities - Work readiness Classes are available at several schools, community sites, and businesses in addition to the Ronald M. Hubbs Center for Lifelong Learning

In conjunction with North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale Community Education and Mahtomedi Community Education, offers full-service ABE program for area residents. - Adult basic education - GED assistance and testing - English as a Second Language classes - Literacy instruction

Provides learning opportunities for adults who lack the basic skills to read, write, and speak English as well as compute and solve problems necessary to function on the job and in society. Includes: - Adult diploma - Basic skills - English as a Second Language (ESL) - Family literacy - GED instruction

- Reading, writing, and math skills - GED preparation - Family learning - Literacy instruction - English Language Learning - Citizenship preparation

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.

- Career exploration and education options including computerized career information and career and post-secondary counseling - College Preparation classes to strengthen reading, writing, math, spelling and, critical thinking skills - Computer skills classes - Employment-related skills improvement includes learning computer basics, workshops on a variety of career and employment-related topics and, local job market information - English proficiency program includes reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the English language. Classes for all skill levels. - GED preparation classes - High school diploma completion classes

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

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

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 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

MELP provides courses in English as a Second Language at the University of Minnesota. Coursework helps non-native English speakers improve English reading, writing, and speaking skills for success in a university classroom or in the workplace. The program offers three distinct services: - Academic English Program: Credit classes for students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate degree programs who are seeking to improve their English language skills while taking other academic course work - Intensive English Program: A program designed for students who need to improve their English skills in preparation for study at a University or college, and for those who wish to prepare for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Short-term Learning: Customizable training for groups of 12 or more non-native English speakers

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

- Community education classes - Recreational activities - Sports programs - Interactive Television community education opportunities - Aquatic program - Senior citizens programming - Driver's Education Training - GED instruction - Adult Basic Education - ESL - English as Second Language - Discovery Kids now offers extended learning care from 6:30 am-5:30 pm Monday through Friday for children age 6 weeks through 6th grade. Preschool and school-age kids will be in separate rooms.

Provides a variety of enrichment classes for the community.

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

The mission of Fosston Community Education is to encourage lifelong learning and community involvement for all ages. Possible class areas are: - Adult Basic Education - ABE and English as a Second Language - ESL classes - Adult general interest - Driver improvement classes (55 Alive) - Arts, crafts, cooking and sewing classes - Computer classes for adults - Dog obedience classes - General interest - Health and fitness - Aqua aerobics - Evening lap swim - Open swim - Yoga - Home brewing - School year youth programs - Chess and lego classes - Computer, math and science - Dance, drama, and music lessons - Ice skating/hockey - Middle school and high school activities/classes - Spanish

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

- Assistance in preparing for GED examination is available at Anoka Technical College; Blaine Learning Center, Elk River ABE; St. Francis ABE. - Brush-up instruction in reading, writing, and math is available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College; Centennial Adult Continuing Education; Brooklyn Center ABE - English as a Second Language class for foreign-born adults available at all sites except Anoka-Ramsey Community College; Anoka Technical College - Minnesota State Diploma available at Human Service Center of Anoka County - Blaine Learning Lab and Elk River Community Education Center sites - Credit Recovery Diploma available at Blaine Learning Lab; Elk River ABE - GED Testing Center located at Anoka Technical College and Human Service Center of Anoka County - Blaine Learning Lab sites

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

- Adult basic education - GED - English as a second language - Childcare available during class at no cost

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, SerySafe food manager certification, para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

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, SerySafe food manager certification, para-professional certification Adults set their own goals and work at their own pace. Instructors help adults explore and achieve their education goals.

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

Offers opportunities for learners of all ages through various programs/activities such as: - Adult education programs include evening classes, skills development, English courses, GED, and college preparation courses - Driver's education classes for new drivers. Virtual sessions are available. - School-age childcare