Focus Classes

You MUST be enrolled in Adult Options in order to sign-up for a Focus class.

Beginning Reading(Online)

Mondays & Wednesdays

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Fall Session: Oct 5, 2026 - Dec 16, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 4, 2027 - March 24, 2027.

Spring Session: April 5, 2027 - May 26, 2027.

• Practice reading out loud

• Learn to sound out words

• Practice letter sounds

• Increase vocabulary

Prerequisite: Beginning ESL

Intermediate Reading(In-Person)

Mondays & Wednesdays

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Fall Session: Oct 5, 2026 - Dec 16, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 4, 2027 - March 24, 2027.

Spring Session: April 5, 2027 - May 26, 2027.

• Increase vocabulary

• Improve understanding

• Learn to decode new words

• Expand academic reading skills

Prerequisite: Intermediate ESL

Intermediate-Advanced Reading(In-Person)

Tuesdays & Thursdays

5:00pm to 6:00pm

Fall Session: Oct 5, 2026 - Dec 16, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 4, 2027 - March 24, 2027.

Spring Session: April 5, 2027 - May 26, 2027.

• Increase vocabulary

• Improve understanding

• Learn to decode new words

• Expand academic reading skills

Prerequisite: Intermediate ESL

Star Reading(Online)

Mondays & Wednesdays

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Fall Session: Oct 5, 2026 - Dec 16, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 4, 2027 - March 24, 2027.

Spring Session: April 5, 2027 - May 26, 2027.

• Practice reading aloud

• Learn about syllables

• Improve your vocabulary

• Boost your comprehension through writing

• Practice close reading and critical thinking skills

Prerequisite: Advanced ESL/ABE

Conversation Circle(Online)

Tuesdays & Thursdays

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Fall Session: Oct 6, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 5, 2027 - March 25, 2027.

Spring Session: April 6, 2027 - May 27, 2027.

• Practice conversing with others

• Discuss different topics

• Meet new people

• Gain confidence speaking

Prerequisite: Beginning ESL

Ready to Work(Online)

Mondays & Wednesdays

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Fall Session: Oct 6, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 5, 2027 - March 25, 2027.

Spring Session: April 6, 2027 - May 27, 2027.

• Increase workplace vocabulary

• Improve understanding

• Career exploration

Prerequisite: Intermediate ESL

Financial Literacy(In-Person at WAYZATA)

Tuesdays & Thursdays

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Fall Session: Oct 9, 2026 - Dec 18, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 8, 2027 - March 26, 2027.

Spring Session: April 9, 2027 - May 28, 2027.

• Banking basics

• Practical budgeting

• Cutting bills & expenses

• Saving money

• Strategic debt plans

• Long-term goal planning

Prerequisite: Beginning ESL

Citizenship(Online)

Fridays

9:15am to 11:15am

Fall Session: Oct 4, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 10, 2027 - March 28, 2027.

Spring Session: April 11, 2027 - May 30, 2027.

• Learn the history of the United States & government

• Learn the process of becoming a citizen

• Interview preparation & practice

• Civics, Reading & Writing practice

Prerequisite: Intermediate+ ESL

Math Workshop(Online)

Tuesdays & Thursdays

1:00pm to 2:30pm

Fall Session: Oct 6, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 5, 2027 - March 25, 2027.

Spring Session: April 6, 2027 - May 27, 2027.

• Increase math skills and confidence

• Adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and fractions

• Learn math for your job

• Learn math vocabulary

• Overcome math anxiety

• Be able to help your children with homework

• Introduction to GED math & college math

Prerequisite: Intermediate ESL+

Math Workshop Evening(Online)

Mondays

6:00pm to 8:00pm

Fall Session: Oct 5, 2026 - Dec 14, 2026 .

Winter Session: Jan 4, 2027 - March 22, 2027.

Spring Session: April 5, 2027 - May 24, 2027.

• Increase math skills and confidence

• Adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and fractions

• Learn math for your job & math vocabulary

• Overcome math anxiety

• Be able to help your children with homework

• Introduction to GED math & college math

Prerequisite: Intermediate ESL+

Basic Computer Skills(Morning, In-person at HOPKINS)

Tuesdays & Thursdays

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Fall Session: Oct 6, 2026 - Dec 17, 2026.

Winter Session: Jan 5, 2027 - March 25, 2027.

Spring Session: April 6, 2027 - May 27, 2027.

• Learn essential Computer Skills

• Learn essential Software Skills

• Learn using Technology in daily life

Prerequisite: Beginning ESL