Adult Learning Center

Adult Basic Education (ABE) is a group of individualized programs designed to help adult learners complete a high school diploma, pass the GED, review for college entrance, and improve reading, writing, and math skills. Diploma students meet the same eligibility requirements as high school diploma graduates. You must be 17 years of age or older and no longer in a traditional high school program. To take the GED tests, you must be 19 years old or meet specific conditions for an age waiver. 

Class Time(s) for Fall 2023:

• Tuesday, 3:00-6:00pm

English Learner (EL) is a program for adults seeking to improve their English language communication skills. Students work together in classroom settings. English classes are offered at many different levels. The curriculum focuses on helping learners successfully navigate systems of public schools, city, county and state governments, colleges and work culture.

An Adult Diploma program is built into the upper levels of our EL program. Once students achieve a reading level appropriate for studying high school topics, they can join these classes. Students will gain the academic skills to complete a high school diploma, prepare for college or post-secondary training and the world of work. We also offer periodic citizenship classes.

You must be 17 years or older and not attending a public high school to enroll in our EL program.

Class times are:

• Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Days Vary: 1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
• Monday through Thursday: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

This program is designed to help learners who have not passed one or more credits needed to graduate. Dual enrollment is an option for any student, who maintains full-time enrollment at their high school. Students must be referred to the Dual Enrollment Program by their high school counselor.

Counselors, CLICK HERE to fill out a referral form

About the Program

Join our construction and manufacturing training program to get hands-on experience and helpful classroom training! We can help you prepare for an apprenticeship in the trades! There is NO COST to join.

This training is especially for people learning English as a second language. People who are eligible for this training are one or more of the following:

• Immigrants or refugees or learning English as a second language

• Are the children of immigrants or refugees

• People of color and/or Hispanic or Latino

• Live in zip codes 55106, 55107, 55130, 55113, or 55119

• Individuals do not need a high school diploma or a driver's license to join this program.

• Classes are Monday-Friday from 8:30am-12:30pm.

Learn More and Register

To learn more, ask questions, and get started, contact Sarah Shapiro at 651-253-5918 or sshapiro@mnkaren.org. She can give you information about fall 2023 registration!

Students who want to work on skills outside of the regular classroom hours are encouraged to add distance learning to their schedule. You can work on reading, math, and grammar skills. You can learn basic computer skills as well. See the registrar in Room 254 to sign up for distance learning!

Some online resources you might learn about are:

• Moby Max
• Typing Club
• Khan Academy
• North Star Computer Skills

To get started, call us at 651-604-3553 or email us at alc-info@isd623.org

We can help you learn English or earn your high school diploma at no cost!

If you are interested in attending the Roseville Adult Learning Center, there are 4 easy steps:

1. Fill out the registration form
2. A person from our office will reach out to connect with you, so be sure to watch your email after you submit the registration form.
3. We will confirm the appointment time with you and email you more directions. At the appointment, a short assessment will be given to locate which class would be the best fit for you.
4. Once you are placed in our program, we will give you more instructions on how to attend class!

We look forward to working with you and having you be part of our amazing Adult Learning Center community!

-The Roseville Adult Learning Center Team

To request a transcript you'll need to fill out the Adult Learning Center request form.  If you earned a GED, you'll need to contact MN Department of Education at 651-528-8445.

At the Roseville Adult Learning Center, we work with English Learners (EL) with a variety of proficiency levels. We are looking for patient, flexible, self-motived adults who are willing to commit time and energy to our EL team to help students reach their goals.

Volunteer Opportunities

• EL Tutor: Work on English language skills with an adult English Learner in a one-on-one setting or in the classroom.
• EL Classroom Assistant: Assist instructors in the classroom or teach an advanced group of learners under the supervision of a mentor teacher or advisor. Subjects and learner levels vary and include the following areas: math, writing, computer skills, citizenship, reading, and conversation. Individualized, small group, or large group instruction.
• Digital Education Lab Support Volunteer: Assist students in computer-based learning. Skill sets include: using a mouse, keyboarding, e-mail, Windows, internet browsing, and Microsoft Office...plus a lot of patience!

Qualified Volunteers

Volunteers need to be able to work with adults with limited English proficiency and willing to commit to a regular schedule. Dependable and prompt, interested in others, able to relate to learners with a wide range of abilities. Respectful of confidentiality, literate in English, flexible, friendly, patient, optimistic. Ability to appreciate, validate, and affirm people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds is essential.

Schedule

A commitment is required: two hours per week for six months (or one semester). Opportunities are available Monday - Friday.

Times:

• Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Monday through Thursday: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

If you can't commit to a regular, weekly schedule, there are often one-time and short-term volunteer opportunities available. Some examples may include: coaching a student in learning sewing with a sewing machine, handwork, or tending to our community garden. Contact us for more information.

Apply to Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering at the Roseville Adult Learning Center, please fill out our Volunteer Application online.

Questions? Contact Betsy Garcia at elizabeth.garcia@isd623.org