- Adult basic education - English as a Second Language - GED assistance - Literacy instruction

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.

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Performing Arts: Step an Hip-hop - Rec room including tournaments - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies. - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school. - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Performing Arts: Step an Hip-hop - Rec room including tournaments - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies. - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school. - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Offers onsite youth development activities year-round. Direct services provided to youth and families include these core elements: - Literacy focus: literacy interventions are customized to meet the unique needs of each child. - Caring adult tutors: highly-trained, culturally-competent volunteers provide a consistent, 4-hour weekly dosage of programming throughout the year. - Social asset development: youth-driven service learning projects are designed to build competence, confidence, connections, and community. - Strong family engagement: parents are equipped with new skills that bolster their role in advancing their children's learning. - Youth voice: youth are empowered to set behavior expectations, work with their tutors to develop their own goals, and shape program offerings through evaluation. - 21st century skill-building: the program works to build digital literacy and integrates technology, such as laptops and e-readers, to enhance literacy.

Adult Workshops: Offers workshops on letterpress printing, paper making, hand bookbinding and more. Preschool Workshops: Provides classes for preschoolers ages three to five with an adult partner. Classes provide an introduction to the book arts that focuses on pre-literacy skills. Each class starts with a story time with books that tie in the art activity. Adults are active participants in the classes, learning and working alongside preschools on a variety of hands-on activities. Family Workshops: Throughout the year, MCBA offers a sampler of one-session workshops for families to experience the book arts together, as well as free workshops offered to families throughout the Twin Cities at community events, art festivals and libraries. Teacher Workshops: Offers instruction in basic techniques and integration of book arts into classroom curriculum. During the academic year, MCBA regularly presents customized programs at teacher conferences and school in-service days.

Works with families and preschool children in partnership with preschool programs to provide one-on-one literacy support so children will be ready for school and first grade. Offers a literacy first approach to help each child acquire foundational English skills to succeed in school.

- Adult basic education (elementary or secondary level basic skills such as work-related math, functional literacy skills, reading, or writing assistance) - Citizenship preparation - English as a Second Language - GED instruction - Literacy instruction

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Performing Arts: Step an Hip-hop - Rec room including tournaments - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies. - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school. - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Programs including classes for all ages, see online catalog for information

- Adult basic education classes - GED classes - English language learners classes - Family literacy programs

- Sports programs including basketball, soccer, and volleyball - GED assistance - Adult Basic Education (ABE) - English as a Second Language classes (EL) - Literacy programs - Cheerleading - 55 Alive Safety class and refresher class - Behind the Wheel and Driver's Education classes - Kickbox Circuit - Belly dancing - Kid's Depot School Age Daycare

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.

Literacy program aimed to address the literacy gap for underserved youth by providing free haircuts for reading

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.

- 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

After School Support: After-school program for students in grades 1 - 8 that supports academic and social-emotional growth, along with providing students opportunities to engage in enrichment electives like technology, music, sports, and more. Reading Plus: Helps students, in grades 1 - 5, grow as readers and writers. Provides after-school and summer reading lessons. Program participation is by invitation only.

- 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

Family literacy program: - Adults learn English or work toward a GED - English as Second Language - ESL - Citizenship classes - Adults do learning activities with children, and learn how to help children be ready for school - Children 3-5 years old have a preschool experience - Teachers help prepare children for Kindergarten

- Assistance with reading, writing, spelling and math - Computer skills - English as a Second Language - GED test preparation - Preparation for vocational school or college

- Healthy Movement Programming includes: - Athletic programs: Individual/teams including basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball - Open gym and physical activities - Outdoor and environmental education - Performing Arts: Step an Hip-hop - Rec room including tournaments - Conflict resolution - Counseling - Education/Computer Learning Center includes computer driving stimulation program to practice safe driving, basic instruction, and avoiding risky behaviors while driving - Nutrition program includes: - Healthy meal/snack served daily - Nutrition education and meal preparation - Gardening opportunities - K - 8 Reading and literacy enrichment program for youth who have been assessed as needing focused reading support, and numeracy enrichment to assist youth in transition from "learning to read" to "reading to learn" skills with a focus on building math proficiencies. - K - 12 Academic enrichment program for youth to promote academic growth Offers 1:1 academic support including tutoring, skills to become self-directed learners, STEM focused activities and Mentoring program - Leadership/citizenship groups - Life skills education - Teen Pathways College Readiness Program: Individualized support and assistance preparing youth for ACT/SAT exams, college applications, college visits and other assistance as needed to ensure student's progress - Teen Pathways Employment Readiness Program: Individualized and mentoring support to enhance working and life skills including managing a checking account, creating a budget, saving and investing, career plans and mentoring, vocational exploration, interviewing techniques and additional services as needed to ensure a student's success beyond high school. - "Smart Moves" drug and alcohol use prevention program and premature sexual activity prevention

Offers independent living skills including:? - Literacy - Money management - Nutrition - Personal grooming - Social fluency

- English as a Second Language classes - English, math, spelling, and reading instruction - Free classes including Introduction to Computers - GED preparation with individualized instruction - One-on-one tutoring for new readers - Child care and transportation available

- Adult basic education - GED instruction - Literacy instruction

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