Provides people of all ages opportunities to pursue postsecondary education, including certificate programs, career and technical education, apprenticeships, community college, and four-year college. There are two centers in Minnesota, Northern Minnesota and Southern Minnesota. Services are provided free and include: - Access to career assessment tools - Assistance in the development of education plans - College resource guides covering a range of topics related to preparing for and going to college - Encouragement, support, and accountability - Individual assistance in completing applications for admission, financial aid, and scholarships - Internet access for researching educational information and scholarship opportunities - One-on-one mentoring, in person, virtual, phone, text, or email - Participation at college fairs, community events, and other awareness activities - Small group workshops on topics of interest

Offers a college access program targeting low-income, first generation college adults ages 19 and over. Will assist youth 12 - 18 by request. Assists persons with academic and career counseling including: - Academic and career assessment testing - Academic and career counseling and referral - Referral for dropouts wishing to complete GED - Information about post-secondary educational programs - Information and assistance in applying for financial aid for post secondary education and help filling out FAFSA online - Referral to community agencies and services - Workshops on topics such as college survival skills, financial assistance for post secondary education, career decision making, etc.

Offers a college access program targeting low-income, first generation college adults ages 19 and over. Will assist youth 12 - 18 by request. Assists persons with academic and career counseling including: - Academic and career assessment testing - Academic and career counseling and referral - Referral for dropouts wishing to complete GED - Information about post-secondary educational programs - Information and assistance in applying for financial aid for post secondary education and help filling out FAFSA online - Referral to community agencies and services - Workshops on topics such as college survival skills, financial assistance for post secondary education, career decision making, etc.

K-12 and Adult Tutoring: Provides tutoring support for school subjects or writing assistance. Students can work one-on-one with a tutor up to 10 times per semester. Laptops for Locals: Provides access to refurbished laptops at a reduced cost to eligible individuals Scholarships: Offers scholarships that can help cover the cost of tuition, textbooks, and training programs Student Support Services: Offers academic advising, financial aid guidance, scholarship assistance, tutoring, and other student support resources.

Academic advising and support services: - American Indian Learning Resource Center - Career Center - Disability Resources - Diversity and Inclusion - International Student Services - Tutoring Center Campus resources: - Campus daycare - Counseling - Medical services: Professional medical staff at UMD Health Services provides quality, primary health care - Student health services: A comprehensive health and wellness facility provides health care needs to college students - Technology resources Student Life: - Kirby Student Center - Multicultural Center - Recreational Sports Outdoor Program (RSOP) and Facilities - Sports clubs - Student Government Association - Student organizations UMD One Stop Student Services: Provides expert advice regarding registration, financial aid, billing, payment, student records, and veterans benefits

Provides a quality educational program honoring students' cultural heritage, including: - After-school academic support - After-school enrichment activity - Career exploration - Individualized tutoring - Parental support - Special education cultural representative

Offers a college access program targeting low-income, first generation college adults ages 19 and over. Will assist youth 12 - 18 by request. Assists persons with academic and career counseling including: - Academic and career assessment testing - Academic and career counseling and referral - Referral for dropouts wishing to complete GED - Information about post-secondary educational programs - Information and assistance in applying for financial aid for post secondary education and help filling out FAFSA online - Referral to community agencies and services - Workshops on topics such as college survival skills, financial assistance for post secondary education, career decision making, etc.

Elementary School (Grades K-5) Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) ECFE offers programming for children under age 5 and their caregivers, in partnership with Minneapolis Public Schools. Provides weekly Play and Learn drop-in classes that support early learning through play-based activities for children and their caregivers. Also offer Seedlings, an evening program held twice a week, focused on holistic, multi-generational learning for families. Thrive An after-school and out-of-school program that nurtures the whole child through cultural awareness, educational enrichment, healthy meals, physical activity, homework help, and leadership development. Thrive also emphasizes relationship-building with caring young adults from the community, social-emotional learning, and teamwork. Kids Club A service-learning initiative that introduces children to the value of helping others through age-appropriate community projects. Cool Off Days A summer enrichment program that promotes social and intellectual growth through hands-on learning, field trips, and physical activities in a fun and engaging environment. ? Middle School (Grades 6-8) SOAR An after-school and out-of-school program focused on helping youth build life and career skills, explore personal values and identity, set meaningful goals, and participate in service-learning projects. SOAR also provides academic support through homework help and skill-building activities. Cool Off Days A summer program designed to build social and intellectual skills through exciting activities such as field trips, service projects, career exploration, science projects, and workplace visits. Kids Club A service-learning and civic engagement program that empowers middle schoolers to make a difference in their communities through meaningful outreach projects, such as creating care items for individuals experiencing homelessness or writing cards for seniors. ? High School (Grades 9-12) Aspire ???An academic support program for high school students on scholarship at DeLaSalle or Cristo Rey. Helps youth with homework, building relationships, and explore careers with business and educational leaders. Meets only twice per week and in the evenings?? Elevate A support-focused program offering academic assistance, career exploration opportunities, and mentorship. Elevate helps high school youth prepare for post-secondary success by developing leadership, communication, and goal-setting skills.

Offers a college access program targeting low-income, first generation college adults ages 19 and over. Will assist youth 12 - 18 by request. Assists persons with academic and career counseling including: - Academic and career assessment testing - Academic and career counseling and referral - Referral for dropouts wishing to complete GED - Information about post-secondary educational programs - Information and assistance in applying for financial aid for post secondary education and help filling out FAFSA online - Referral to community agencies and services - Workshops on topics such as college survival skills, financial assistance for post secondary education, career decision making, etc.

- Counseling services is available for enrolled students - MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENTS / SCREENINGS INCLUDE: - Anxiety screening - Depression screening - General assessments for substance use disorder - General mental health screening - TYPES OF COUNSELING INCLUDE: - Academic skills and difficulties - Anger management - Alcohol use disorder counseling - Anger management - Assertiveness training - Bereavement - Career counseling - Depression - Drug use disorder counseling - Life problems and transitions and college adjustment - Pregnancy counseling (right-to-life perspective) - Psychiatric disorder counseling - Sexual assault - Stress management - Suicide

Offers the following counseling services: ??- Academic learning skills counseling - Career counseling - Group programs for stress reduction, self-esteem, and academic achievement - Individual counseling - Support groups for chronic conditions/pain, grief support for those who have lost parents or siblings, relationship skills, and thesis/dissertation focusing

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.

Job exploration counseling: - - Career mentorship - - Identification of career pathways of interest to students - - In-demand industries and occupations - - Informational interviews - - Job shadowing - - Non-traditional employment options - - Skills verification - - The labor market - - Vocational interests - - Workplace tours/field trips Work Based Learning: Uses the workplace or real work to provide students with the knowledge and skills that will help them connect school experiences to real-life work activities and future career opportunities. - - Career mentorship - - Informational interviews - - Job shadowing - - Paid and non-paid work based learning internships - - Paid and non-paid work experience - - Practicum - - Service learning - - Student-led enterprises - - Volunteering - - Workplace tours/field trips - - Youth apprenticeships Counseling on Postsecondary Education: Options may include - - - Advising students and parents or representatives on academic curricula - - Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - - Providing information about college application and admissions processes - - Providing resources that may be used to support individual student success in education and training (i.e., disability support services) Workplace Readiness Training: Teaches skills such as - - - Communication and interpersonal skills - - Financial literacy, benefits planning - - Job-seeking skills - - Navigating transportation options - - Understanding employer expectations for punctuality and performance, as well as other "soft" skills necessary for employment - - Utilizing assistive technology effectively Self-advocacy: Provides instruction including - - - Learning about personal rights and responsibilities - - Learning how to request accommodations, or services and supports - - Mentoring with educational staff such as principals, nurses, teachers, or office staff - - Participating in youth leadership activities offered in educational or community settings - - Peer mentoring from individuals with disabilities working in competitive integrated employment

Offers a college access program targeting low-income, first generation college adults ages 19 and over. Will assist youth 12 - 18 by request. Assists persons with academic and career counseling including: - Academic and career assessment testing - Academic and career counseling and referral - Referral for dropouts wishing to complete GED - Information about post-secondary educational programs - Information and assistance in applying for financial aid for post secondary education and help filling out FAFSA online - Referral to community agencies and services - Workshops on topics such as college survival skills, financial assistance for post secondary education, career decision making, etc.

Offers the following counseling services: ??- Academic learning skills counseling - Career counseling - Group programs for stress reduction, self-esteem, and academic achievement - Individual counseling - Support groups for chronic conditions/pain, grief support for those who have lost parents or siblings, relationship skills, and thesis/dissertation focusing

Counselors help with home and school problems for minority students by tutoring and counseling

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.

Offers a college access program targeting low-income, first generation college adults ages 19 and over. Will assist youth 12 - 18 by request. Assists persons with academic and career counseling including: - Academic and career assessment testing - Academic and career counseling and referral - Referral for dropouts wishing to complete GED - Information about post-secondary educational programs - Information and assistance in applying for financial aid for post secondary education and help filling out FAFSA online - Referral to community agencies and services - Workshops on topics such as college survival skills, financial assistance for post secondary education, career decision making, etc.

This is a non-profit organization designed to help high school students with: - Tutoring - School needs - Transportation - Summer recreation - Drug problems - Also offer career counseling - It is a title 9 program - To be eligible for the Indian education Program, you must have some Native American heritage - Education for grades K-12 to help students stay in school