Upcoming Events
March 7 - No School - Teacher Workshop
March 26 - Register by this date for April 7 classes
March 31 - April 4 - No School - Spring Break (Testing open 9-3:30)
April 7 - Adult Career Pathways Classes and new class start date
April 11 - No School - Teacher Workshop
Click on the calendar icon on the right for the full year calendar
Congratulations to our Distance Learning Challenge Winners!
Each winner won a FREE refurbished Windows laptop computer by studying 150 hours or more on a distance learning platform from October 1 - January 31 in our most recent contest. The hours from all platforms were combined for total hours. Hubbs Distance Learning staff keep track of the hours.
Winners:
Moenu Hood
Duressa Weyo
Naw Htet Htet Win
Halimo Said Mohammad
Gaspard Normil
Thi Lyly Nguyen
Adult Career Pathways Job Training Info and Calendar
Adult Career Pathways Classes start April 7, 2025, so sign up now, before spring break!
Some classes require additional testing and/or paperwork to register. Click on the icons (pictures) and videos below by each class to see more information and requirements. Ask your teacher or see an advisor to see if you qualify (or need to test) or if you have questions.
We also offer English Language Learning (ELL), GED, College Preparation, math, and more classes. If you miss the registration deadline or do not qualify for one of the Career Pathways trainings yet, new students can start the above classes at the beginning of each month if they have completed the registration process by the last Wednesday of the month if the class is not full (however, some classes have waiting lists, so register early).
April 7 - June 10, 2025
For ELL B2 and above or L1 learners
(L1 - speaks English as a first language):
Daytime class:
Monday-Thursday
11:30am - 1:30pm
In Person
Evening Class:
Monday and Wednesday
5:30-8:00pm
ONLINE Google Meet
- TABE math test
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and provide documentation
See teacher's video description of the class below:
For Students who have completed IT Tier 2 (ONLY):
IT Tier 3 *
Coach - Independent Learning
ONLINE
* Students who have completed IT Tier 2 can take IT Tier 3 to finish the Google IT Support Certificate they started in Tier 2. This class is independent study online.
Adam Kieffer, IT Tier 2 and 3 Teacher, pictured here
April 7 - June 10, 2025
For ELL C1 and above and L1 students:
Monday and Wednesday
5:30-7:30pm
ONLINE Google Meet
Five students have passed the CDL permit test after taking this course this winter! Join us!
Course Description
This class provides students with the knowledge necessary to pass the Federal and State of Minnesota Commercial Drivers License Permit. Course content prepares students for the following:
- General knowledge test
- Air brake test
- Combination vehicle test
- Pre-trip vehicle inspection test
Requirements:
- 8 week commitment to the class
- One of the following Reading test scores:
- ELL C1 and higher
- TABE 11/12 442+
- 21 years of age
- Valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- No DWI’s, no speeding tickets in the last five years
- No accidents in the last three years
- Able to sit for long periods of time
See teacher's video description of the class below:
April 7 - June 10, 2025
For high ELL C1 and above and L1 students:
Paraeducator Certificate
Daytime class:
Monday-Thursday
9:30-11:30 AM
ONLINE Google Meet
Paraeducator students are also encouraged to attend a math class:
Paraeducator Math (*for students taking Paraeducator class only)
8:30-9:30 AM
Monday-Thursday
ONLINE Google Meet
Students need to take both a TABE Reading and TABE math test for placement
* See registration requirements/paperwork required for this class here.
*This workforce product was funded (or funded in part) by a grant awarded by the State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). The product was created by the grant recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of DEED. DEED makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership.
See teacher's video description of the class below.
Immigrants' Rights
Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them.
You can find more information below:
https://iimn.org/news/know-your-rights/
CareerForce can help you find employment that's right for you!
CareerForce can work with you to match your skills and interests to a job that's available right now or help connect you with short-term training opportunities that lead to in-demand jobs on promising career paths.
MnDOT Maintenance is now accepting online applications for their Temporary Entry Level Highway Maintenance Worker Transportation Associate Pathways Program (TAPP)- Temporary Laborer General vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language sufficient to understand oral and/or written direction; communicate with employees and the public in person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices.
- Solve basic math problems.
- Maintain routine written logs and simple records.
- Perform manual labor work sufficient to complete assignments.
- Endure extreme environmental conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
- Must be 18 years of age or older by June 4, 2025
- A valid Class D Driver's License with driving experience and a good driving record.
To see a video overview of this opportunity, click here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zeo1be6l4g0
THESE POSITIONS MAY INCLUDE WORKING HOLIDAYS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, OVERTIME, SPLIT SHIFTS OR EARLY MORNING SHIFTS.
HOW TO APPLY:
Go to www.mn.gov/mmb/careers
Click on “Search open positions”
Enter “83111” into the Search for jobs box and click on the arrow button to search
Click on the job announcement and then click “Apply for Job” on the top portion of the webpage. You will then be directed to complete the application process and submit your application/resume.
The job announcement will be open for application 1/31/2025-4/30/2025
If you have questions, please contact Cheryl Utz at Cheryl.Utz@state.mn.us or Jeannette Peters at Jeannette.peters@state.mn.us or 651-234-7421
How are we doing?
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Questions? Contact Us
Email: ABEinfo@spps.org
Website: spps.org/hubbs
Location: 1030 University Avenue West, Saint Paul, MN, USA
Phone: (651) 290-4822
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sppsabe
Twitter: @sppsabe