Chisago Lakes offers full-service ABE programming for all area residents.  Adult Basic Education  provides  free  educational programs and services for students, who wish to receive their GED, brush up on basic skills, obtain job skills, or study English as a Learning Language. Late afternoon, morning, and evening classes are available. 

Free Adult Basic Education and GED preparation to...

• Increase your wages
• Develop job seeking skills
• Get your GED
• Prepare for higher education
• Learn skills to help with your child's homework
• Develop computer skills
• Learn English language skills
• Learn how to read

English-Language Learning (ELL) Classes  Begin working on your English skills today! English-Language-Learning classes are free classes for foreign-born adults. Come join our community of English learners in a comfortable, friendly environment.

General Education Diploma (GED) Classes  The time to earn your GED is now! Register and prepare by taking practice tests. Our staff will help you work on the subjects you need.

Basic Skills Brush-Up Classes                     Brush up on the reading, writing, and/or math skills you need to advance at work, pursue additional educational goals, help your children with school work, or increase your confidence.

Private Tutoring                                                         You may sign up for private tutoring, if you would like to learn how to read or if you would like to learn English. Confidential tutors are trained by the Minnesota Literacy Council. Call 651-213-2061. (If you would like to volunteer to become a tutor, please call 651-213-2061. Tutor training is provided.)

For most up-to-date schedule, please visit lakesabe.weebly.com

September 5, 2018 - June 5, 2019

• Mondays from 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
• Wednesdays from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Wednesdays from 4:30 pm - 8 :00 pm

June 12 - August 7, 2019

• Wednesdays from 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm

If Chisago Lakes Schools are closed due to the school schedule or inclement weather, classes will not be held.  

ABE Class Location

13289 St. Croix Avenue

Want to study for your GED online? Contact Sally Welsh at ged@scred.k12.mn.us.

Are you interested in helping someone learn to read? Consider tutoring an adult in your area on a one-to-one basis.  Call 651-213-2061 for details.

Julie Hawkinson

• 651-213-2061
• juliehawkinson@isd2144.org