Adult Basic Education
Osseo Area Schools Adult Basic Education (ABE) offers free classes for adults. Our caring staff can help you achieve your goal!
We can help you
- Learn English.
- Improve your reading, writing, or math skills.
- Prepare for the GED exam.
- Earn an Adult Diploma.
Our school year begins in September and continues through early June. Students can start anytime during the school year.
- Our EL program is for students who want classes to learn English (speaking, listening, reading, and writing).
- Our ABE program is for students who want classes to work on reading, writing, and math skills.
Location
Adult Basic Education
Northwest Family Service Center
7051 Brooklyn Boulevard 200S. Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Use Google Maps to find us.
Office Hours
Mon.-Thurs.: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri.: 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Limited office hours during school breaks and during the summer.
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As a student in Osseo Area School’s Adult Basic Education programming, we ask you to commit to the following.
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Osseo Area Schools Adult Basic Education (ABE) offers free classes for adults. Our caring staff can help you achieve your goal!
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The state adult high school diploma is a competency-based diploma, completed through participation in an approved Minnesota Adult Basic Education program, and recognized by the state through a diploma awarded by the Minnesota Department of Education.
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Students can choose to come to class in-person or join the same class online from home in all classes.
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English Language Learning (ELL) instruction is provided for immigrants and refugees who are learning English.
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GED preparation at Osseo ABE helps adults prepare to take and pass the assessment in order to obtain a high school credential.
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The Osseo Area Schools volunteer program builds community, supports student success and inspires people to excel. Find out more.
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Information about our plans for the future.
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The first step to enrolling in Osseo Area Schools Adult Basic Education is to fill out our online registration form. (If needed, a friend or family member can help you fill this out.)
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Beginning in fall 2024, the North Star Promise (NSP) Scholarship program will create a tuition and fee-free pathway to higher education for eligible Minnesota residents at eligible institutions. Learn more on the Minnesota Department of Higher Education website.
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You may qualify for free tax return preparation through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or AARP Tax-Aide. Learn more on the Minnesota Department of Revenue website.
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