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Adult Basic Education ClassesWinter 2016
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The World of Adult Basic Education The world of adult and continuing education continues to grow and thrive in our changing 21st century society. As our economy and employment options move into a continually advancing technological era, knowledge is outdated at an ever-quickening pace and “learning how to learn” is an adult’s most important and useful skill.
The Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education Consortium is here to help adults navigate these changing waters. As a partnership of 16 area school districts including St. Cloud Area School District 742, Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education (ABE) helps adults build the skills necessary to earn a high school or GED diploma, improve English and citizenship skills, find employment or better employment, prepare for coursework at a technical college or university, write a resume, learn how to use computers, become better parents to their children and many additional outcomes that benefit individuals, families and the community at large. With the help of Central Minnesota ABE, adults move along defined career pathways through a coordinated service system of classes and training activities aligned between adult learners, schools and employers. Central Minnesota ABE helps adults become fully participating, self-sufficient members of our society, and we strive to meaningfully do this work each and every day.
Dr. Scott Wallner Assistant Director of Community Education
Welcome!Community Education in St. Cloud Area School District 742 strives to offer a wide range of learning opportunities for community members of all ages. We are committed to the core value of lifelong learning and see it as an essential for individuals to grow and thrive in our global society. Winter is the perfect time to discover Community Education. Our Adult Basic Education offering provides all students the opportunity to explore programming that meets a variety of needs. It’s the ideal way to engage, develop and grow — together with our community. I welcome you to choose the classes and activities that are the right fit for you.
Willie JettSuperintendent of St. Cloud Area Public Schools
Adult BasicEducation Staffphone 320-253-5828
SCOTT WALLNER, Assistant Director of Community Edext. 6212 • [email protected]
BILAN AHMED, Accountability Assistantext. 6211 • [email protected]
SHARI CLAIRE, Data Coordinatorext. 6253 • [email protected]
EMILY FISCHER, Teacher ext. 6290 • [email protected]
LAURIE LEITCH, Diploma Coordinator/Teacherext. 6210 • [email protected]
CHARITY LODERMEIER, Technology Specialistext. 6213 • [email protected]
DREW LODERMEIER, Accountability Assistantext. 6213 • [email protected]
DEBRA MCALISTER, Teacherext. 6262 • [email protected]
TAMARA MCCLINTOCK, Accountability Assistantext. 6211 • [email protected]
JOSEPH OSGOOD, Teacherext. 6289 • [email protected]
RENEE PEPPER, Teacherext. 6298 • [email protected]
PATRICE SCHAAF, Teacherext. 6289 • [email protected]
MONICA SOMPPI, Administrative Assistantext. 6211 • [email protected]
JANE STEVENSON, Volunteer Coordinatorext. 6261 • [email protected]
DEBRA WALZ, Teacherext. 6290 • [email protected]
SAMSAM YUSSUF, Accountability Assistantext. 6211 • [email protected]
ContentsWelcome to ABE ......................................1Adult Basic Education .............................2English As A Second Language .............3Classes .......................................................4Classes .......................................................5How To Get Your GED ..............................7
If you are seeking lifelong learning opportunities in Adult Education, please contact us at 320-529-6500, ext. 6211 or [email protected].
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Welcome
Welcome to Adult Basic EducationAt Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education (ABE) we help adults to become fully participating, self-sufficient members of our society. Central MN ABE is a regional partnership between 16 school districts, including St. Cloud Area School District 742. Adult learners in these communities are served at numerous learning sites during day and evening class hours throughout the year. Central Minnesota ABE welcomes all adults, 17 or over, who are not currently enrolled in a regular school program.
If you or someone you know is looking to improve basic reading, writing or math skills, earn a General Education Diploma (GED), an adult high school diploma, improve English language skills (ESL) or learn more about parenting, we can help. We offer a flexible schedule of classes designed to fit the lives of busy adults. Support services are also available to help learners participate in classes and programs.
Some of these include:• Basic Computer Skills Classes• Transitions• Job Searches• Career Exploration
Our experienced and talented staff of professionals include licensed teachers, social workers, paraprofessionals, support staff, volunteer tutors and others. We are here to support you achieve your goals. If you are at least 17 years of age and are not currently enrolled in a K-12 school program, please call us at 320-529-6500, ext. 6211, or e-mail us at [email protected].
Our Mission
Our Mission is to create a safe and caring climate and culture in which we prepare, engage, educate, empower and inspire all learners in partnership with their surrounding community to be successful in today’s and tomorrow’s society.
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Adult Basic Education
Classes Run Through June 2, 2016
All classes held at:Discovery Community School, 700 S. Seventh Street, Waite Park, MN 56387
Enter Door #7 (8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) and Door #1 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
phone: 320-529-6500, ext. 6211 800-228-2428, ext. 6211email: [email protected]: www.isd742.org
CLASS Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Open Computer Lab 8:15 am - 3:00 pm
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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
8:15 am - 3:00 pm8:15 am - 3:00 pm
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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
8:15 am - 3:00 pm 9:30 am - 11:00 am 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
GED Preparationand
Skills Enhancement
11:00 am - 3:00 pm_______
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
11:00 am - 3:00 pm11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Adult DiplomaProgram
9:30 am - 3:00 pm_______
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
9:30 am - 3:00 pm9:30 am - 3:00 pm
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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Diploma and GED Classes
Writing 2
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Transistional Reading
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Writing 2
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Transistional Reading
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Family Literacy 8:30 am - 2:00 pm 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Adult Basic Education
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English As A Second Language
Classes Run Through June 2, 2016
All classes held at:Discovery Community School, 700 S. Seventh Street, Waite Park, MN 56387
Enter Door #7 (8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) and Door #1 (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.)
phone: 320-529-6500, ext. 6211 800-228-2428, ext. 6211email: [email protected]: www.isd742.org
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
MORNINGCLASSES
Literacy
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Literacy
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Literacy
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Literacy
8:15 am - 10:15 am
All Levels
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 1
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 1
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 1
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 1
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 2
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 2
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 2
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 2
8:15 am - 10:15 am
Level 3
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 3
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 3
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 3
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Citizenship
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 4
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 4
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 4
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Level 4
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Reading & Writing 1
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Reading & Writing 1
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Reading & Writing 1
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Reading & Writing 1
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
EVENINGCLASSES
All Levels
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
All Levels
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
English As A Second Language
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Adult Basic Education Classes
English as a Second Language (ESL) English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are for adults whose native language is not English. Classes are designed to help adults develop English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills according to their individual goals. Adults who participate in ESL classes feel more confident living and working in the United States and learning English can be a key to finding a living-wage job. ABE offers 6 separate levels for ESL students to learn and build their English skills. From the novice to the advanced.
All newcomers to the United States, regardless of English ability level, are welcome to enroll. Join the 800-1000 adults who participate in ESL classes every year.
CitizenshipBy becoming a U.S. citizen you will be able to vote and participate fully in our American democracy. If you become a citizen before your children turn 18, they also become citizens. Adult Basic Education offers these free services to all interested in becoming U.S. citizens:
• Citizenship Workshop• English for citizenship classes
• Classes/Volunteer tutors to help study U.S. history and government• Referrals to St. Cloud Area Legal Services for private help in legal matters regarding citizenship
For most current times, please see the schedule on page 3.
Digital LiteracyCentral Minnesota ABE, in partnership with the St. Cloud Great River Regional Library offers a free service called The Northstar Basic Computer Skills Certificate program. This program is aimed at helping adults acquire the skills they need in today’s workplace. The free self-guided set of online course consists of six modules:
• Basic Computer Skills• Internet• Email• Word Processing (Word)• Windows OS• MAC OS
The modules are based on basic computer competency benchmarks. Adults can be certified as competent in one or more of the modules through testing in a setting supervised by an Adult Basic
“ABE helped me to finish my high school diploma and motivated me to not give up. My plan, now, is to get my bachelor’s degree in Aviation and become a pilot.” ~ joel dodi
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Adult Basic Education Classes
Education instructor. Earning a certificate shows employers that the applicant knows the basic skills in that area, and it can also boost the confidence of the job-seeker and enhance his or her resume. To learn more go to www.griver.org/events or contact a library staff member at 320-650-2500, ext. 6211.
Digital Literacy classes are designed to help adults improve their skills around using computers, smart phones, the internet, and other devices. Classes also help students use technology to find, evaluate, and use needed information in multiple contexts.
Like reading, writing, and math skills, digital literacy is a crucial skill-set needed by all adult learners. Our instruction is designed to give you the skills you need to survive and thrive in the 21st century, including job seeking skills, the use of technology-aided learning tools, and locating important information. Much of the instruction learners receive are based on the Northstar Digital Literacy Standards. These standards are official and supported by the Minnesota Department of Education.
Resources and Links:Northstar Digital Literacy https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org
GED PrepYour future is calling! With your GED you can go on to post-secondary education, earn a credential, get a job (or find a better job) and earn more in salary and benefits throughout your work career. ABE has classes to help you prepare for all four parts of the test, brush-up on your test taking skills and improve your basic reading, writing and math skills, while you build the confidence you’ll need to succeed. Classes are offered at a variety of times throughout the week, so you’ll have options that best fit your busy life.
Family LiteracyFamily Literacy allows parents and children an opportunity to go to school together. Adults work on literacy skills and participate in programs such as Parent Education and Parent-Child Time while their children experience an Early Childhood setting.
• ADULT EDUCATION: Adults work on a high school diploma, GED or ESL.• PARENT-CHILD TIME: Parents learn about their child through parent-child activities.• PARENT EDUCATION: Parents meet with a parent educator to discuss parenting topics.• EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM: Children have a positive first school experience.
Workplace LiteracyWorkplace Literacy is more than just being able to read and write. It is a combination of skills that are needed to function effectively in the work environment. These skills include:
• Decision-Making• Critical Thinking• Identifying and Solving Problems• Setting Goals• Speaking and Writing Effectively• Math Skills• Basic Computer Skills
Employers and employees both benefit from increased basic skills in the workplace.
Skills EnhancementThe Skills Enhancement program is for adults who need to improve their basic reading, writing, math and spelling skills. Individualized instruction is offered to develop a wide range of skills from balancing a checkbook to using a computer. The books and materials used have been written specifically for adult learners.
For more information about these opportunities, please call our office at 320-529-6500, ext. 6211, or email us at [email protected].
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Discover Your FutureIf you or someone you know is looking to improve basic reading, writing, or math skills, earn a GED, improve English language skills, citizenship classes, or learn more about parenting, Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education can help. We offer a flexible schedule of classes designed to fit the lives of busy adults.
Our experienced and talented staff of professionals includes licensed teachers, social workers, paraprofessionals, support staff, trained volunteer tutors, and others. We are here to help you achieve your goals. If you are at least 17 years of age and not currently enrolled in a regular program, please contact us at 320-529-6500, ext. 6211.
Discovery Community School 700 S. Seventh Street, Waite Park, MN 56387Enter Door [email protected]
Be a VolunteerTutor!We have volunteer opportunities available for you to teach English to someone from a different culture, assist in our classrooms, lead a class or help people learn reading, writing and math. Training is provided! For more information contact Jane at320-529-6500, ext. 6261.
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How To Get Your GED
• Visit our website at www.isd742.org• Click on Community Ed• Click on Adults• Click on Adult Basic Education• Click on ABE/GED/ESL Schedule and Information
RegisterRead The GED 2014 Program is Here! first, then read How to Register. You will need to create an account at GED.com in order to register for GED Ready (optional practice tests) or the actual GED test.
You can take the optional practice tests (GED Ready) from any computer and register for the actual GED tests from any computer. You will need to pay with a credit or debit card at the time of on-line registration for the optional practice and actual GED tests:
GED Ready — $6 per test Actual GED tests — $20 per test
You must go St. Cloud State University, Atwood Center, Room 218 to take the actual GED test(s) at their testing center.
StudyIf you want to study with us prior to testing, call us at 320-529-6500, ext.6211 to see when our next Student Registration/Orientation session will be. There is a one-time fee of $20 to be a student at our Discovery site. This fee covers your application fee and free on-line practice tests for you to take here. It also gets you a 50% discount on the actual GED tests. Cost per test will be $10 each if you register through us. (There are 4 tests you must take and pass — Reading, Math, Social Studies and Science). You can prepare with our teachers and tutors as long as you would like before taking the GED test at St. Cloud State University.
QuestionsContact us at 320-529-6500, ext. 6211.
GED Testing LocationSt. Cloud State UniversityAtwood Center, Room 218
St. Cloud Area School District 742Community Education700 7th Street SouthWaite Park, MN 56387
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Family Literacy Program
Family Literacy is an education program for parents and young children attending school together. Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) and Adult Basic Education (ABE) are combined. Licensed staff work together to provide quality instruction: an Early Childhood teacher, a parent educator and ABE teachers. All teachers are assisted by highly qualified paraprofessionals.
Families Participate In:z Parent-child learning activitiesz Parenting education classesz Early Childhood Educationz Adult Basic Education classesz English, GED or high school diploma work
WHO: Parents and their children (Infants through 5 years old)
WHERE: Discovery School 700 S. Seventh Street Waite Park, MN 56387
WHEN: 8:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays (during the school year)
ENROLL: Contact the ECFE Parent Educator to qualify and be added to our waiting list 320-251-7770, ext. 3861