Hubbs News
September 23, 2025
Upcoming Events
September 23 - No School - Teacher Workshops (testing open)
September 26 - Driver's Education Workshop
September 29 - HKI Eye glasses pickup (if ordered on Sept. 3)
October 2 - No School - Teacher Workshops
October 2 - Register by this date for Fall Career Pathways classes
October 3 - PCA Workshop
October 6 - Adult Career Pathways Classes start!
October 16, 17 - No School - Teacher workshops
October 22 - Resume Building Workshop
October 24 - CPR Workshop
October 31 - Patient Care Workshop
November 7 - No School - Teacher Workshops
November 28, 29 - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday/Building Closed
Sign up now for Adult Career Pathways Classes!
Adult Career Pathways Classes run October 6 - December 18, 2025, so sign up now (by October 2)!
Some classes require additional testing 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 (however, some classes are full and have a waiting list). Students who are not attending class may be dropped to give room to others who are waiting to start.
Introduction to Nursing Assistant
October 6 - December 18, 2025
ELL C1 and above:
Monday-Thursday
8:30-11:30AM
In-person at Hubbs Center
Click to listen to the teacher's description of the class below:
IT Tier 1 - Introduction to Technology
October 6 - December 18, 2025
ELL B2 and above and L1 students:
Monday-Thursday
11:30am-1:30pm
In-person at Hubbs Center
Click to listen to a teacher's description below:
IT Tier 2 and Tier 3 - Information Technology Fundamentals
October 6 - December 18, 2025
ELL C1 and above and L1 students (must also take online technology assessment for placement):
IT Tier 2
Monday-Thursday
9:30-11:30am
ONLINE Google Meet
*Some days are in-person for skills training
For Students who have completed IT Tier 2 (ONLY):
IT Tier 3
Coach - Independent Learning
ONLINE
*This is continued independent work on what students have begun in IT Tier 2.
Click to listen to the teacher's description below:
Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Permit
October 7 - December 18, 2025
For ELL C1 and above and L1 students:
Tuesday and Thursday
5:30-7:30pm
ONLINE Google Meet
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 13/14 442+
- 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
Paraeducator Certificate
October 6 - December 18, 2025
high ELL C1 and above and L1 students:
Daytime class:
Monday-Thursday
8:30-9:30 AM Math for Paraeducator
9:30-11:30 AM Paraeducator Class
ONLINE Google Meet
Students need to take both a TABE Reading and TABE math test for placement
Click to listen to the teacher's video description below:
Registration 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 (some classes require additional testing - see testing hours here):
Ruth Rodriguez
651-744-7611 (voice or text) - note new texting number
Javi Bustamante
651-744-3905 (voice or text) - note new texting number
Amy Stotzheim (GED students)
651-744-7534 (voice or text)
One Day Workshops
Driver's Education Workshop
9:30am - 12:30pm
- Learn about resources to pass your written driver's test
- ELL B1 and above and L1 learners
PCA Workshop
9:30am - 12:30pm
- Personal Care Attendant Certificate form Dept. of Human Services
- Learn about the job as a PCA
- Take the certification test and get the certificate
- ELL B1 and above and L1 learners
Resume Building Workshop
Wednesday, October 22
1:30-3:00pm
- Create a resume in google drive
- Come with your gmail account (and password so you can log in on the computer)
- If you don't know your password, visit the office for tech help sometime before the workshop
- ELL B2 and above and L1 learners
Patient Care Workshop
Friday, October 31
9:30am - 12:30pm
- Learn hands on skills to take care of patients in their home, school, or nursing home.
- ELL B1 and above or L1 learners
CPR Workshop
9:00am - 1:15pm
- Adult and Child CPR certification
- ELL B1 and above and L1 learners
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 8:30am - 6:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday 8:30am - 2:00pm
Contact: 651-744-7624
Job Search Resources Beyond Hubbs Center
Careerforce West St. Paul Hiring Event
CareerForce West St. Paul
On-site Hiring Event
Tuesday, September 23rd 2-4pm
see attached flyer below
Job Fair MSP Airport
5th Annual Community and Veterans Job & Resource Fair
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 2 - 6 p.m.
Location: CareerForce, 800 W. Broadway Ave, Minneapolis 55411
Careerforce.MN.gov/minneapolisnorth | 612-299-7200
Open to the public, all ages and backgrounds. Held on the 2nd floor of the building.
Meet area employers hiring NOW and learn about resources to help you prepare for and find work.
EMPLOYERS and RESOURCES participating on September 25 (list subject to change):
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