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March 7, 2025

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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

Meet Mary Weir! Meet Mary Weir!

You may see Mary making coffee in the student lounge or greeting students at the front desk in the late afternoon or evening at the Hubbs Center. She was hired this winter and one of our work-study students (Ruth Lopez) interviewed her to get to know her.


Let's meet Mary!


1. How did you hear about working at the Hubbs Center, and how did you get started?

Mary learned about the Hubbs Center through a conversation with someone in Human Resources in St. Paul. She is currently completing her Master's in Education and will be graduating in May! This sparked her interest in joining the team.

2. Tell me about your role at the Hubbs Center.

Mary works at the front desk, where she serves as a "jack of all trades." She helps students with a variety of tasks, such as directing them to the right areas, answering questions, and offering guidance. She enjoys problem-solving and is passionate about supporting and welcoming students. In the future, she’s open to stepping in as a substitute teacher if needed, but her main focus is to provide assistance and create a supportive environment.

3. What do you like most about working here?

Mary loves everything about working at the Hubbs Center, especially the people and the positive, goal-oriented work environment. She appreciates the opportunity to collaborate with forward-thinking staff and work with students who are motivated to achieve their goals.

4. What challenges have you experienced in your role?

One of the biggest challenges Mary has faced is the feeling of helplessness when she’s unable to assist everyone—especially people calling from out of state who wish to take classes at the Hubbs Center. She wishes that everyone had equal access to education, particularly since many classes are full. However, she emphasizes that the challenge isn’t with the teachers, but rather with the system. Another challenge is the language barrier, as many students speak different languages and Mary isn’t fluent in all of them.

6. Tell me a little about your background, interests, family, and any volunteer work you do.

Mary has three children and she grew up in St. Paul area. She is passionate about working in public education and feels fulfilled by giving back to the community. Volunteering is something she values deeply as it allows her to serve others, and influence them in a positive way. She is always eager to learn from others, and outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and children.

Distance Learning Challenge Winners! Distance Learning Challenge Winners!

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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

Sign up now for Adult Career Pathways Classes! Sign up now for Adult Career Pathways Classes!

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Adult Career Pathways Job Training Info and Calendar

Adult Career Pathways Job Training Info and Calendar

Adult Career Pathways Class Descriptions and Calendar
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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).

Introduction to Small Business Introduction to Small Business

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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


Additional paperwork/registration required for this class
  • TABE math test
  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and provide documentation


See teacher's video description of the class below:

Intro to Small Business: Hubbs Center

*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.

Workplace Health and Safety Workplace Health and Safety

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April 7 - June 10, 2025

For ELL B2 and above and L1 students:

Monday - Thursday

11:30am-1:30pm


ONLINE Google Meet


See teacher's video description of the class below:

Workplace Health and Safety Certificate Class

Introduction to Nursing Assistant Training Introduction to Nursing Assistant Training

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April 7 - June 10, 2025

For ELL C1 and above:

Monday-Thursday

8:30-10:30AM

In-person at Hubbs Center


See teacher's video description of the class below:

Introduction to Nursing Assistant class

IT Tier 1 - Introduction to Technology IT Tier 1 - Introduction to Technology

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April 7 - June 10, 2025

For high ELL B2 and above and L1 students:

Monday-Thursday

11:30am-1:30pm

In-person at Hubbs Center


See teacher's video description of the class below:

IT Tier 1 Promotional Video

IT Tier 2 and Tier 3 - Information Technology Fundamentals IT Tier 2 and Tier 3 - Information Technology Fundamentals

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April 7 - June 10, 2025

For ELL C1 and above and L1 students:


IT Tier 2

Monday-Thursday

9:30-11:30am

ONLINE Google Meet

*Some days are in-person for skills training


See teacher's video description of the class below.

IT 2 Class Promotion 2024
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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

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Permit Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Permit

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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:

CDL class Hubbs

Paraeducator Certificate Paraeducator Certificate

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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.

Paraeducator Class Information

Paraeducator Test Prep Paraeducator Test Prep

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March 17 - June 6, 2025

* This class is only for current school employees

ONLINE Google Meet


Daytime:

Monday-Thursday

9:00-11:00 am or 1:00-3:00pm


Evening:

Tuesday and Thursday

5:00-7:00pm

Registration/Scheduling for Current Students Registration/Scheduling for Current Students

If you are currently attending classes and want to add one of these classes, please talk to your teacher or come to the Student Services office (Room 1101) and see an advisor.


You may also contact an advisor directly by email or phone

(some classes require additional testing - see testing hours here):


ELL, College Readiness and Job Training classes:

Ruth Rodriguez

Ruth.Rodriguez@spps.org

612-470-5705 Voice or Text


Javi Bustamante

Javiera.Bustamante@spps.org

612-351-0564 Voice or Text


GED Classes:

Amy Stotzheim

Amy.Stotzheim@spps.org

651-744-7534 (Office phone)


The Hubbs Center will also be open daytime hours only for testing during spring break:

March 31 - April 3

Monday-Thursday

9:00am-3:30pm

Tech Help Drop-in Hours for Students Tech Help Drop-in Hours for Students

Current students who need basic tech help can drop in the Student Services office (1101) during these hours:


Tech Help Drop-in Hours

Monday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday 9:00am - 6:00pm

Wednesday 9:00am - 3:30pm

Thursday 9:00am - 1:00pm

Know your Rights Know your Rights

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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/


https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/immigrants-rights#i-am-detained-while-my-immigration-case-is-underway

Job Search Job Search

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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.


  • View career fairs and other hiring events taking place around Minnesota.
  • Search open positions across the state by location, keyword, job title and employer n

Job Openings Job Openings

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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

Harriet Tubman Harriet Tubman

by Eloise Greenfield

Signe Ilstrup's evening College Readiness class recently read this poem about Harriet Tubman as part of their work for African American History Month last month and would like to share it here as we now celebrate National Women's History Month!


Harriet Tubman didn't take no stuff

Wasn't scared of nothing neither

Didn't come in this world to be no slave

And wasn't going to stay one either


"Farewell!" she sang to her friends one night

She was mighty sad to leave 'em

But she ran away that dark, hot night

Ran looking for her freedom

She ran to the woods and she ran through the woods

With the slave catchers right behind her

And she kept on going till she got to the North

Where those mean men couldn't find her


Nineteen times she went back South

To get three hundred others

She ran for her freedom nineteen times

To save Black sisters and brothers

Harriet Tubman didn't take no stuff

Wasn't scared of nothing neither

Didn't come in this world to be no slave

And didn't stay one either

And didn't stay one either


Vocabulary

didn’t take no stuff – didn’t let people tell her what to do or let them say bad things to her

slave catchers – people who were paid money to catch runaway slaves and return them to their owners

till – until


About the Author

Eloise Greenfield is the author of over thirty children’s books, many of which use poetry to tell stories about the African-American experience. Her most recent books include In the Land of Words (Amistad Press, 2016), Brothers & Sisters (Amistad Press, 2008), and Honey, I Love and Other Love Poems (HarperCollins, 2003).


Work Cited

Greenfield, Eloise. “Harriet Tubman.” poets.org, 13 January


2022, https://poets.org/poem/harriet-tubman.

Community Education Survey Community Education Survey

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How are we doing?

Did you know that the Hubbs Center/St. Paul Adult Basic Education is part of Community Education? Click on this link: https://commed.spps.org/survey or the picture below to fill out a survey to tell us about how we are 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

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