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Frequently asked questions

What are the overall services offered by your program?
Adult Education at Neighborhood House offers English, GED, civics, computer, and citizenship classes with the goal of helping learners gain the skills to pursue economic self-sufficiency.
When is this program offered?
There are both daytime and nighttime, in-person and online options for many of our classes.
How do I register or get more information on taking an Adult Education class?

You may register by doing any of the following:

  • Call our Service Connect line at 651-789-3602
  • Visit the Wellstone Center during our intake hours on Mondays from 5 PM - 8 PM and Friday 9 AM to 12 PM
  • Register online at https://www.nhclasses.org/register.html
What happens after I register?
If you register in-person, you will take a short assessment to determine your class level. You will then get a class schedule and a start date. If you register online, someone will contact you by the following Monday via text message with your class schedule.
Who is eligible to take adult classes?
Anyone who is 17 or older, not attending high school, and a resident of Minnesota is eligible for classes.
How much do classes cost?
They’re free!
How long do students stay in class?
Classes run year-round, and students stay as long as they need. Students in the GED classes typically stay until they pass all four tests (math, science, social studies, and language arts).
Can I take the GED test at Neighborhood House?
We do not give the official GED test, but we can give students official practices, help them sign up for the real test, and pay for their testing fees.
Is childcare available during classes?
  • Childcare is available 9:00 am - 11:00 am Monday –Friday and 6:00 pm - 8 :00 pm, Monday – Thursday for children ages 1 - 5 years old.
  • We also have Youth Programming available from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Monday – Thursday for youth ages 6-18 years old.
  • Please fill out and submit the form below to contact us.

    Birgitta Anderson | Child Development Specialist

    Birgitta comes to Neighborhood House as a licensed K-6 teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Urban Elementary Education from Metropolitan State University, as well as a degree in Science Communication and Environmental Journalism from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.  As a former classroom teacher for St. Paul Public School, as well as years of experience as a substitute teacher for the district, she comes with a wealth of knowledge in helping families prepare their children for entering the school system.  Her role at Neighborhood House is conducting home visits and supporting families in getting their children school ready.  She also supports in the Small Steps Childcare program, as well as in the Skills for School classroom.  Her hobbies include cycling, rock climbing, and spending time in nature.

    Carrie Sowada | Child Development Specialist

    Carrie comes to Neighborhood House as a recent graduate of the U of M’s Family Social Science program, where they graduated with distinction. They have more than five years of experience working with and mentoring children in St. Cloud area youth programs, as well as customer service and restaurant experience. Additionally, Carrie has experience in community building, advocacy, and working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. In their spare time, Carrie enjoys crocheting. It’s their favorite hobby. 

    Valerie Dorschner | Early Childhood Instructor

    Valerie has worked at Neighborhood House since 2004.

    Valerie leads the Skills for School preschool program and is responsible for the curriculum. She has over 20 years of experience in early childhood working with parents and children, and has training and experience working with neurodiverse and dual language students.

    • Valerie is a licensed teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of St. Thomas.
    • She holds licenses in elementary education and in early childhood education, and has several years of experience
      teaching elementary school.

    Valerie enjoys her free time with her five children and one grandchild.

    Victoria Campoverde

    Victoria Campoverde is the program manager of Neighborhood House’s Latino Leadership Program. She is originally from Peru and was a licensed high school teacher in her home country.

    Her extensive experience within the education sector exemplifies her commitment to education and families.

    • Currently, she serves as the Cultural Liaison between Columbia Heights School District and Anoka-Hennepin School District.
    • In 2008 Victoria began working with The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation’s Latino Leadership Program on adapting their curriculum for the Latinx community. Since then, she has continued working in the Latino Leadership Program after its 2020 transition to Neighborhood House.
    • Coauthor of Education: Our Best Legacy (EOBL), a school success program designed for parents or caregivers with one or more children in middle school. EOBL is part of the Partnering for School Success project (PSS) with the University of Minnesota’s Extension program.
    • Lead teacher and Program Director at Joyce Preschool.
    • A 25 on the Rise, Latino Leader recipient from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in 2006.
    • Facilitator with different Latino parent programs in the Twin Cities.
    • President of Kuyayki Peru MN Cultural Association.

    For Victoria it is important to value ones culture and cultivate ones heritage. She believes in the importance of empowering the community through her work with Neighborhood House and the Latino Leadership Program. During her free time Victoria enjoys dancing.

    Winter / Spring Fresh Produce Distributions Events*

    (November – May) take place at Metro State University in St. Paul. During each event, we distribute approximately 3,000 pounds of food to approximately 75-100 families on average.

    For additional questions about the Food Markets, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

    Event guideline and details: Our fresh produce events are open to everyone!

    • Requirements: Not a thing, just yourself. An identification is not required to attend.
    • Recommendations: You will want to bring your own bags and a cart if you have one.
    • COVID-19: This event is held indoors, masks are encouraged.
    • Please note that your fist visit will require an onsite registration process that will take 5-10 minutes to complete.
    • Parking: You can park in the Metro State ramp parking for $5. Otherwise, street parking is available along 7th St. and Bates Avenue.
    • If available, please consider brining your own reusable bags. On average our visitors take home around 40 pounds of food. 

    Location

    Metropolitan State University

    (Student Center Room)
    101 690 E 7th St
    St. Paul, MN 55106

    TIME – 2:30–4 P.M.

    DATES – November 15, 2023 | December 13, 2023 

    January 10, 2024 | February 14, 2024 | March 13, 2024 | April 10, 2024 | May 8, 2024

     

    * Weather permitting – If there are thunderstorms or excessive heat warnings, we may cancel the event and / or events. For more information and event cancellation updates, please call (651) 789-3630.

    Still have questions? Kindly email Kaitlin Lee, Fresh Produce Coordinator

    Summer / Fall distributions* (Summer 2023)

    From July to October, all are welcome to come pick up a variety of free fruits and vegetables for family and friends at five St. Paul locations. 

    The distributions are held outdoors and are farmer’s market style. No documentation or identification is required to participate.

    For additional questions about Food Support, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page

    Event guideline and details: Our fresh produce events are open to everyone!

    • Requirements: Not a thing, just yourself. An identification is not required to attend.
    • Recommendations: You may want to bring your own bags and a cart if you have one. On average, visitors will leave with approximately 40 pounds of fresh produce per event. 
    • Please note that your fist visit will require an onsite registration process that will take 5-10 minutes to complete.
    • Parking: You can on the street at most of our locations. At the Wellstone Center, you may park in our ramp.
     

    Locations

    The Wellstone Center*

    179 Robie Street
    St. Paul, MN 55107

    Dates

    Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday
    From July to October
    7/12, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/13, 9/27, 10/11, 10/25
    Hours: 1:30 – 3pm

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    Dayton's Bluff Elementary*

    262 Bates Avenue
    St. Paul, MN 55106

    Dates

    Every 2nd Thursday
    From July to October
    7/13, 8/10,  9/14, 10/12
    Hours: 2 – 3:30pm

    VIEW OUR FLYER

    Francis Basket Food Market*

    1293 East Maynard Drive #410
    St. Paul, MN 55116

    Dates

    Every 3rd wednesday
    From July to October
    7/19, 8/16, 9/20, 10/18
    Hours: 1:30 – 3pm

    VIEW OUR FLYER

    bruce vento elementary

    409 case ave e
    St. Paul, MN 551

    Dates

    every 4th thursday From July to October
    7/27 (CANCELLED DUE TO HEAT), 8/24, 9/28, 10/26
    Hours: 2 – 3:30pm

    VIEW OUR FLYER

    St. Paul music academy

    27 geranium ave St. Paul, MN 55117

    Dates

    every 1st thursday From august & October
    8/3, 10/5
    Hours: 2 – 3:30pm

    VIEW OUR FLYER

    * Weather permitting – If there are thunderstorms or excessive heat warnings, we may cancel the event and / or events. For more information and event cancellation updates, please call (651) 789-3630.

    Still have questions? Kindly email Katelyn Yee, Fresh Produce Coordinator.

    Food Market Location

    Francis Basket

    1293 East Maynard Drive #410
    St Paul, MN 55116
    Phone: (651) 699-0986

    Building Hours

    Monday

    9AM – 11:30AM

    Tuesday & WEDNESDAYS

    9AM – 11:30AM
    1PM – 4PM

    Highland / Sibley Manor

    Food Market Location

    The Wellstone Center

    179 Robie Street
    St. Paul, MN 55107
    Phone: (651) 789-2500
    Food Market Info: (651) 789-3630

    Appointment Scheduling Hours

    Monday – Friday

    9AM – 4PM

    Appointment Scheduling Hours

    Mondays

    TUESDAYS – FRIDAY

     

    EVERY THIRD SATURDAY

     

    • 1PM – 4PM 
    • 9AM – 11:30AM
    • 1PM – 3:30PM

     

    • 10AM – 2PM
    Wellstone Center Food Market

    St. Paul Music Academy

    27 Geranium Avenue East
    St Paul, MN 55117
    Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

    Building Hours

    Monday – Friday

    9AM – 4PM

    St. Paul Music Academy

    John A. Johnson Elementary

    740 York Avenue
    St Paul, MN 55106
    Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

    Building Hours

    Monday – Friday

    9AM – 4PM

    John A. Johnson Elementary

    Highland / Sibley Manor Apartments

    1300 West Maynard Drive
    St Paul, MN 55116
    Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

    Building Hours

    Monday – Friday

    9AM – 4PM

    Highland / Sibley Manor

    Dayton's Bluff Elementary

    262 Bates Avenue
    St. Paul, MN 55106
    Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

    Building Hours

    Monday – Friday

    9AM – 4PM

    Dayton's Bluff Elementary

    Bruce Vento Elementary

    409 Case Avenue East
    St Paul, MN 55130
    Service Connect: (651) 789-3602

    Building Hours

    Monday – Friday

    9AM – 4PM

    Bruce Vento Elementary

    Main Campus

    The Wellstone Center

    179 Robie Street
    St. Paul, MN 55107
    Main Phone: (651) 789-2500
    Service Connect: (651) 789-3602
    Food Market Info: (651) 789-3630

    Building Hours

    Monday – Friday

    8AM – 9PM

    Saturday

    8AM – 4PM

    Sunday

    NOON – 5PM

    The Wellstone Center

    Parking

    The Wellstone Center Parking Ramp is located on the west side of the main building. The ramp has three levels with one elevator bank. Take the elevator to the first floor and follow the signs towards the information desk.
    Parking is free.

    Note: Building hours may be adjusted due to holidays, emergencies, program changes or weather. Check our website homepage and social media for possible building hour changes.