Hubbs News

July 5 No school - Holiday

July 19 Students can start new online class

July 26 Students can start new online class

August 19 Last day of summer school

Congratulations to our laptop winners this month: Jihan Hassan, Hikmet Aman, and Xinh Nguyen (pictured here), Hawi Jarso, Soua Vang, Alwia Sharif, Ulices Cantú Sanchez (not pictured). These students earned laptops from Hubbs Center for studying 250 hours on distance learning platforms outside of class. Well done, students!

Our summer contest: Students who study 100 hours on a distance learning platform in June, July, and August can earn a summer prize! They can choose between a Hubbs T-shirt, insulated Hubbs tote bag, or face mask. Contact Jessica at jessica.ess@spps.org if you have any questions.

Students should have started their classes for summer session by now.

If you need to make a change or ask questions about your schedule, contact a Hubbs advisor:

Ying at (612) 756-8615 (text or voice) or Ying.Vang@spps.org

Ruth at (612) 470-5705 (text or voice) or Ruth.Rodriguez@spps.org

• The next start dates for online classes are July 19 and 26 (and last for summer classes)
• The deadline to sign up for a class is the Wednesday before the start date.
• More information about fall classes will be available in August.

*Free childcare is available for 4 and 5 year olds who have not yet started kindergarten. Registration required. Space is also available for infants and toddlers who qualify. For more information, contact YWCA Hubbs Childcare at 651-744-7525. If you would like to see if you qualify for assistance, contact Think Small at 651-641-0305.

Students who have not tested in-person recently are encouraged to come in and test at the Hubbs Center. During the pandemic, we were only able to do online testing, however, we are now requesting students to test in-person now that the building is open. Please come in to test if you have never tested in the building or if it has been a long time since you have tested in-person (if you have had more than 40 hours of instruction since your last test). If you are not sure if you should test, please ask you teacher or call the Hubbs Center (651) 290-4822.

Testing office hours: No appointment needed

(students can start testing by these times)

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

9:30a.m. - 1:00pm

Tuesdays

9:30a.m. - 5:30pm

Loaner Devices

If students need a better device for their Google Meet class/DL platform work, we have these devices available (you do need to be active and attending class/doing work online to receive one):

• iPads
• Netbooks
• a few laptops
• internet hotspots

Loaner devices require a $40 cash deposit, which is given back to the student when they return the device (around 8/31). If a student needs a device, you can let your teacher know OR students can fill out the tech request form here: Technology Request Form.

You can also find all of this information on our new Tech Help web page on the Hubbs wesbsite. The web page also details the following:

• Tech help staff contact info and hours
• Local computer repair options
• Low-cost laptop resources
• Tech help videos (DL platforms, Google Meet, GED.com)

Would you like some assistance with your job search?

Nancy E. Cohen, Employment Specialist with Jewish Family Service of St. Paul is eager to work with Hubbs Center students – and graduates! – who are looking for new jobs and careers.

She brings over 12 years of experience in Employment Services and has helped many Hubbs Center students with job search and career decision-making.

She can help you with job search of all kinds if you are:

· Looking for a part-time or full-time job

· Trying to get an immediate job “for now” while you work on your training

· Seeking your first job in the U.S.

· Seeking a better job than the one you have

· Looking for a better job that you’ve just trained for

· Trying to make long-term career decisions

Get help with all stages of job search: defining what you most want to do, finding jobs online or through other methods, writing effective resumes and cover letters that get you noticed, coaching to help you shine in interviews, and also helping you with the detailed steps of starting a new job once you get the offer.

In the Media Center - beginning July 13

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuesdays

or by appointment at Nancy's office at Jewish Family Service

Contact:

Nancy Cohen, 651-329-1092 (cell)

ncohen@jfssp.org

(651) 698-0767 office

1633 West 7th Street St. Paul, MN 55102

www.jfssp.org

Ramsey County Community Career Labs provide in-person and virtual services for COVID-19 impacted job seekers by reservation. Make a reservation online call 651-266-8500.

• Maplewood Library 10 AM-4 PM CST on Tuesday and Thursday
• Government Center East 10 AM-4 PM CST on Monday and Wednesday
• Virtual via Zoom: 10 AM-4 PM CST on Monday-Thursday

Attend an IN-PERSON Information Session

No Cost Job Training Programs:

• Construction
• Automotive Service Technician

GET STARTED WITH 8-12 WEEKS OF TRAINING THAT INCLUDES JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE:

Experience interactive training online and in-person with your instructor; and receive hands-on experience, resume development and job placement assistance.

When and Where: Starting July 13th, 2021 attend an information session on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 2:00pm-3:00pm at our Automotive and Construction training facility at 635 Prior Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104.

Register for the event: Call 651-379-5837 or email: outreach@gesmn.org

(OR)

Online option: Watch a pre-recorded information session and apply online at www.gesmn.org/training

*(Please note for the trainings: IT and Business Professional Pathways continue to apply online.)

JACQUELINE REDING
Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator
Tel 651-379-5837 Cell 952-928-4839

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota
553 Fairview Ave. N
St. Paul, MN 55104

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Build Your Future Join YouthBuild, a free program providing hands-on construction and leadership skills training while working towards your GED or diploma. Plus receive help preparing and applying for jobs. Stipends and bonuses paid weekly. Enroll today! If you are 16-24 years old and are not currently enrolled in school, call/text 612-424-1050 or visit our website at www.gesmn.org/youthbuild to complete the interest form.

Whether you are trying to find a job, get in with a new company, or explore other career options, job searching can be stressful. This workshop will provide coping strategies for dealing with the psychological, physiological, and social effects of unemployment.

Times

June 21 - August 5

Thursdays: 4:00- 5:00 p.m. over Zoom

If you are interested, email rodr0651@umn.edu

After you are enrolled, you will receive an email with a Zoom link to join in on meeting days. Space is limited.

This edition's Digital Literacy Tip is "How to log in to and navigate Moby Max."

Most students have work to do online in Moby Max, in addition to their classes in-person or on google meet, so if you have been having trouble with this, here is a refresher! If you are waiting for class to start, and have been assigned Moby Max, you can work online here, as well! If you don't know your student ID number, ask your teacher or call the Hubbs Center.

For more digital literacy tips, click HERE.

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