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7340 County Road 6, Minneapolis, MN 55447
Adult Basic Education - ABE: Programming for adults who want to acquire or improve their math, reading, grammar, and/or writing skills. The program is self-paced; student-centered classes are designed to let students work independently. Licensed teachers and trained volunteers help students develop an individualized training plan (ILP) outlining their goals and objectives.GED Classes and Testing: Free GED preparation at learning sites in the southwest metro area and online. The GED exam covers areas of reasoning through language arts, mathematical reasoning, science, and social studies. Classes are student-centered and self-paced. Testing is available at Eisenhower Community Center in Hopkins; scheduling the exam can be done through ged.com.
302 14th Street, Cloquet, MN 55720
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 the healthy development of their child.Services may include:- Book lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Information on community resources- Outdoor classroom- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.
115 West 4th Avenue, Floodwood, MN 55736
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.- Caregiver and child time- Caregiver discussion time- Family events- Parent education
800 7th Street South, Waite Park, MN 56387
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/caregiversServices may include:- Book library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Family Literacy program- Home visits- Information on community resources- Parent-child activities for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for English Language Learners- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Single-parent program- Special events for the entire familyParents participate in a parenting discussion group with a licensed parent educator. They also work on English language skills or a GED in partnership with Adult Basic Education. Children participate in a positive early learning experience with an early childhood educator.?NOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.
230 5th Street SE, Glenville, MN 56036
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.
115 West 4th Avenue, Floodwood, MN 55736
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.- Caregiver and child time- Caregiver discussion time- Family events- Parent education
1 Mendota Road West, Suite 410, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Public health nurses, family health mentors and nutritionists make home visits. Frequency of visits and length of time per visit agreed upon by family and nurse, depending upon needs of family.Services offered:- Health information on pregnancy- Nutritional counseling and guidance- Child's growth and development and child rearing questions- Parenting education- Prevention of child maltreatment- Works with school teams to assist families with special needs children- After Home Care: Suggestions for appropriate exercise program, mother's health needs, parenting education, newborn care, nutritional needs (breast or bottle feeding), infant growth and development, and supportive community resources?- Maternal and Child Health Program: Pregnancy care; special care for high risk pregnant women; nutritional assessment and education; prenatal health needs including nutrition, weight gain, balance of rest and exercise, substance use, preparation for labor and delivery, and adjustment to new family?- Services for Children: Public health nursing home visits for children with chronic illness, handicaps and developmental delays; nutrition assessment and education; physical and developmental screening; and more
23130 345th Street SE, Erskine, MN 56535
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.Programs that provide educational activities and experiences for the families of preschool children (birth to age 5) to foster social, emotional, and intellectual growth and prepare children for further formal learning - Parent/child classes from birth to kindergarten - Special events and speakers for families with young children - Home visits for families with unique circumstances - Integrated parent/child classes for special needs preschoolers - Toy and book lending library - Information on other community resources for families and young children
1200 Shakopee Town Square, Shakopee, MN 55379
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.Works to strengthen families and engage the ability of all parents to provide an environment that supports the healthy development of their child; current classes and events vary; services may include:- Book and toy lending library- 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- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Single parent program- Special events for the entire family
1400 Montana Avenue, Benson, MN 56215
  • Conducts evaluations to determine eligibility for services- Develops individualized education programs (IEPs) to support student learning and access to education- Provides special education services for students with disabilities from birth through age 21
510 Cedar Avenue NW, Warroad, MN 56763
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.
412 South 13th Street, Montevideo, MN 56265
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 the healthy development of their child.Services may include:- Book lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Information on community resources- Outdoor classroom- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.
38705 Grand Avenue, North Branch, MN 55056
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
301 North Summit Avenue, Hills, MN 56138
Provides help to improve reading, math, and writing skills, GED test preparation, and GED testing. Also offers English as a Second Language.
30 4th Avenue South, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
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. 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 discussion groups- Parent-child activities- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children age 3½-4- Single parent program- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events
1400 Montana Avenue, Benson, MN 56215
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, arts and crafts classes, children's theater, cooking and baking classes, dance lessons, driver's training, English as a Second Language (ESL), firearms safety, GED test preparation, sports and recreational activities, youth enrichment programs, and more.
8301 47th Avenue North, New Hope, MN 55428
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:- Day and child programs- Early childhood screenings for children ages 3 - 5- Family literacy program- Information on community resources- Home visits- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- Resource and welcome center- School readiness program for children ages 3 1/2 - 4
705 Mill Street, Zumbrota, MN 55992
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 the healthy development of their child.Services may include:- Book lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Information on community resources- Outdoor classroom- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.
3301 Silver Lake Road NE, Saint Anthony, MN 55418
Provides the following services:- Basic adult education classes - Instruction for a GED/adult diploma - English as a second language classes
110 Carpenter Avenue, Badger, MN 56714
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 the healthy development of their child.Services may include:- Book lending library- Dad and child programs- Early childhood screening for children ages 3 - 5- Information on community resources- Outdoor classroom- Parent-child activities- Parent discussion groups- Play and learn activities for children- Programs for non-English language learners- School readiness program for children age 3 1/2 - 4- Special events for the entire family- Workshops on specific topicsNOTE: Call for current class offerings and schedule of events.
3255 Spring Street NE, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55413
A four-week parent education program that helps parents:- Build a strong literacy foundation in the home and understand the important role that reading plays in shaping cultural identity, self-efficacy, and confidence about learning- Gain usable information, knowledge, literacy traditions, and skills to encourage reading in the home- Improve reading skills with their children- Strengthen the parent's advocacy skills for partnering with schools and teachers
307 1st Street West, Canby, MN 56220
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 defensive driving classes, 4-H programs, indoor walking, football, homework help, quilting classes, and more.
3243 Moorhead Road, Sawyer, MN 55780
Offers three community centers for members of the Fond Du Lac band. All facilities feature a gymnasium, weight room, and library. The Cloquet Community Center offers a pool and hot tub. The community centers provide fun and educational activities throughout the year. Activities offered:- Adult brunch, elder lunch, and teen dinners at low cost- Bingo nights- Elder exercise- GED classes- Immersion language table- Ojibwe language tableNOTE: Activities will vary from center to center
1845 Sheridan Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55116
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.