Learning today for tomorrow.
Adult Basic Education (ABE) Pat Adams, Assistant Manager 763-506-1262
Mission
Participants
Adult Basic Education provides services that effectively develop the skills needed by each adult student to achieve their goals.
In 2016-17, Metro North ABE served 4,030 students (enrollees) from 106 countries. 2,202 were enrolled in basic skill building, GED preparation, adult diploma or college preparation; and 1,434 were enrolled in ESL classes. Through partnerships with the local workforce centers and post-secondary schools, Metro North ABE provided collaborative services to 479 adults in workforce centersponsored classes and 754 learners served on college campuses.
Program Adult Basic Education is a program where adults develop workplace skills; improve and upgrade basic skills; prepare for college entry; improve parenting skills through Family Literacy programs; learn English through English as a Second Language (ESL) programs; obtain an Adult Diploma/GED; and prepare for the U.S. citizenship test. Anoka-Hennepin is a member of the eight-district Metro North ABE consortium. More than 239 hours of class time are offered each week at site locations that include churches, correctional facilities, workplaces, designated ABE/ESL/Family Literacy Centers, colleges and schools. There are 186 volunteers working in the classrooms with students one-to-one, in small groups and providing staff support.
Traditionally, adult learners are earning lower wages and pursuing education to build skills to improve employability, participate in job training, or enter post-secondary education opportunities. 52.2 percent of students or families are identified as low income.
Funding 2016-17 Funding (Actual): State & Federal Aid Participant Fees Community Education Grants TOTAL
$ 3,151,723 $ 2,808 $ 45,341 $ 3,199,872
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