Our free English classes teach adult refugees, immigrants, citizens and asylees all levels of English from literacy to pre-college readiness. Students of all immigration statuses are welcome.
Classes are offered in-person and online. See our list of classes and schedules below. To join online classes, you will need a computer with internet or a smartphone with the Zoom app and to attend in-person registration. To join in-person classes, you will need proof of vaccination for Covid-19.
MFIP or school verification question? Contact the Languages Program Manager, Stacy.
Register for English Class
Interested in our English or Citizenship classes? Intake is every Monday in-person from 2-4pm. We do not do phone or form intake; students must come in person to take an English test and register. Students who want to take in-person classes must bring proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Students must be:
- adult (17+)
- living in Minnesota
- not enrolled in high school, college, or university
- vaccinated for COVID 19
English Class Schedule
CORE ENGLISH CLASSES
English A *class is currently full
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Teacher: Stacy
Delivery: in-person and zoom
English B
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Teacher: Mary Ellen
Delivery: in-person
English C
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Teacher: Liz
Delivery: in-person
English D
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Teacher: Quyen
Delivery: in-person
Are you ready for College or University?
See our College Readiness Academy program page.
SKILLS CLASSES
Math 1
Learn the skills and English vocabulary for beginner math (+-x/=). Good for English B, C, and D students.
When: Fridays 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Teacher: Quyen
Delivery: zoom
Citizenship
Citizenship class is designed for those preparing for the Citizenship test. Learn about US History, Government, and practice the Citizenship interview. Good for all English levels.
When: See Citizenship site
Teacher: Dani
Delivery: in-person and zoom
Community Orientation Workshops
Community Orientation Workshops teach about life in the United States. Good for all English levels.
When: In-Person Level 1 Mondays & Wednesdays 11:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Online Level 2 Wednesdays & Thursdays 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
In-Person Level 2 Mondays & Tuesdays 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Teacher: Kaija
Delivery: in-person and zoom
Advanced Pronunciation
Practice speaking clearly. Good for English levels C and D.
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Teacher: Sarah
Delivery: zoom
Writing Strong Sentences
Learn writing skills to grow from word to sentence to paragraph.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Teacher: Mary Ellen
Delivery: in-person
Writing for College & Career *Starting July 6
Learn writing skills needed for higher education in the US.
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Teacher: Liz
Delivery: in-person and zoom
Conversation
Practice your speaking skills with native speakers of English. Good for all English levels.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Teacher: Quyen
Delivery: in-person and zoom
Know Your Rights
Learn about your rights in different situations. Good for English levels C and D.
When: Mondays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. & Fridays 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Teacher: Tracy
Delivery: zoom
Driver’s Education
Learn about the permit test. Good for English levels C and D.
When: TBD
Teacher: Nick
Are you looking for job training?
See our Hospitality Career Pathway or Nursing Assistant Training Program.
