Data Corner Our Impact
Low English skills and a lack of a high school credential present many challenges to individuals in obtaining employment that offers a living wage . Below is a chart of the people living in the eight school districts in Metro North ABE : Elk River , St . Francis , Anoka-Hennepin , Centennial , Spring Lake Park , Fridley , Columbia Heights , and Brooklyn Center .
Metro North ABE : 1,012 enrolled with less than a high school degree
Total population : 84,376 highest degree obtained , high school or equivalent
Metro North ABE : 817 enrolled in English as a Second Language
Metro North ABE : 988 with high school degree highest obtained degree
Total population : 18,383 have less than a high school degree
Total population : 19,599 speak English less than well
In our consortium , the need for educational services is great . While we are meeting a great deal of that need , we could be serving more adults . With your help , we can give all adults in our community the skills they need to reach their goals .
2024 marks a significant milestone for Metro North ABE . We are proud to report that we have delivered the highest number of instructional hours in the past decade , demonstrating our commitment to student success . Our students are not only learning effectively but also achieving their goals in record time , showcasing the effectiveness of our programs and the dedication of our educators .
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Adult Basic Education ( ABE ) is a free program that provides classes to pursue a diploma , learn English , GED preparation and academic tutoring to prepare for college . Any adult 17 years and older can enhance their workplace skills to advance their careers and become more engaged citizens .
Low basic skills impact employment , earnings and economic mobility . Forty percent of working low-skilled adults in the United States have earnings in the bottom fifth of the income distribution . In the U . S ., ABE programs that are linked to employment or postsecondary education , like ours , can help low-skilled adult learners advance along a career path and improve their employment and earnings .
Through innovative teaching and the flexibility to meet students in diverse locations and timeframes , Metro North ABE serves low-skill workers in the north metro . Each year we offer new classes to meet our community ’ s educational needs .
An individual is eligible for ABE programming if he / she is :
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not enrolled in K-12 instruction .
unable to speak , read or write English , or
does not have a high school diploma , or
lacks basic educational skills .
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