Adult Education/GED

Flexible. Accommodating. Help for a better future.

At Hillside Adult Education, we will help students age 17 and older reach their educational goals. Our schedules are flexible to fit the lives of busy adults. We offer in-person or online options to accommodate every situation. Our classes can help you earn your high school diploma, prepare for the GED exam, improve reading, math and writing skills. We are the only Adult Education site in Central Minnesota where adults can finish earning their high school credits. We also offer U.S. citizenship preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), college prep, ParaPro test prep and customer service training.

Congratulations on deciding to further your education! It's never too late to learn.

GED/Diploma

Finish your high school credits
Prepare for the GED exam
Receive individualized instruction

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English as a Second Language

Levels 4–6 ESL and math
Experienced instructors
In-person and online classes

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Career Classes

CPR/First Aid
ParaPro teaching assistant
Food handler
Northstar Digital Literacy
Healthcare classes
And more!

How to Register for Diploma, GED, English Language Class or Career Classes.

If you are at least 18-years-old and not currently enrolled in a regular school program, call 320-258-1111. We will help you take the next step to continue your education.

Diploma/ged Registration

ESL Registration

Career class Registration

Main Contact

Hillside School
Enter Door 6
30 Fifth Avenue South
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
320-258-1111
Fax: 320-258-1198

Mag Patridge
Adult Education Coordinator
320-258-1112
mag.patridge@isd47.org

Adult Education

Get Your GED or High School Diploma

If you started high school but haven’t finished or need to earn your GED diploma to get a better job, Adult Basic Education can help!

Classes are small, informal and designed for adults.
Students work at their own pace and study relevant subjects needed for improvement.
One-on-one tutoring is available, plus computer assisted learning.
Classes run September through May.

Are you thinking about going to college? We can guide you through the application process, prepare for placement tests and apply for financial aid. Save time and money by working with us first!

Registration and orientation takes about three hours. Bring a photo ID and the $30 materials fee.

Diploma/ged Registration Form

Spring 2021: Teachers are available in-person or online, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon*

*If you are not available mornings, please contact us to set an appointment. 320-258-1111

Two Paths to Your Diploma

1. Take the GED

Study with our teachers and take the GED exam to earn your GED diploma. The new GED tests are given only on the computer. We can help you prepare with one-on-one tutoring sessions and computer assisted learning.

2. Earn your High School Diploma

Complete your high school credits to earn your high school diploma.
You can finish your high school credits no matter when you stopped!
We will contact your previous high school and request your transcript. We will then determine which credits are required to earn your diploma. Our teachers will assign the necessary homework you need to finish.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Levels 4, 5 & 6

Learn English from Home – Reading, Writing and Grammar

Independent study online or from a book.
Class meets online from 8:30–9:45 a.m.

Math for Any Level

Live online sessions and independent study.
Monday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.– 12:15 p.m.

ESL Registration Form

Health Care Core Curriculum

Live online sessions and independent study.
Friday mornings from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Career class Registration

Career Classes

HEALTH CARE CORE

Next class starts in August.
Register now!

Live on Zoom
Fridays 8:30am-12:30pm (also recorded for later viewing)
Plus four hours homework per week in Schoology.

Health Care Core is the classroom portion of Nursing Assistant. Take the hands-on skills portion of nursing assistant training at your local college or nursing home to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
This is a prerequisite course at most Technical Colleges for many nursing and healthcare careers.
Potential to earn four college credits or count this class toward completing your high school credits!

CLASSROOM PARA

Mondays, 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Fall session dates to be announced.

Don't have a high school degree yet? Do you have at least 2 years of college (60 credits) in any field? You can apply as a Para now!

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Math, Reading, and English content tested on the Praxis Paraprofessional Exam

Knowledge and skills needed to be successful as a para--even during distance learning!
Common online platforms used now during distance learning including: Zoom, Google Classroom, Google docs/presentations, Jamboard, Desmos, and more!
The Praxis Paraprofessional certification allows you to work as a para in any K-12 school setting (must also possess High School Diploma or GED).
Participants will schedule their Praxis exam at the conclusion of the course

BECOME A CERTIFIED KITCHEN MANAGER

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Online, on your schedule!
Start anytime.

We can help you navigate this free, online course and receive your Minnesota Certification.

OSHA 30

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Online, on your schedule!
Start anytime.

LEARN THE BASICS OF READING BLUEPRINTS

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Online, on your schedule.
Start anytime.

This short course will cover the key elements of a print diagram and will cover reading and using a print diagram.

RETAIL INDUSTRY FUNDAMENTALS CERTIFICATE

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

Customer service and sales skills
Retail operations, product life cycles, and supply chains
Career paths available in the retail industry
Practice job readiness skills
The Retail Industry Fundamentals certification is a WIOA-recognized credential--allowing you to stand out to current and future employers!
Retail is the #1 occupation in demand currently in Central MN. Let this be the start of your new career!

Free career classes are provided for adults through special funding from The Minnesota Department of Education.

Please complete the registration form and staff will contact you soon. Thank you for your interest!

Career class Registration

Volunteer Opportunities

Our Staff

Mag Patridge

Adult education coordinator

mag.patridge@isd47.org | 320-258-1112

Phillip Corbett

Counselor, Adult education

phillip.corbett@isd47.org

Jeanne Bielejeski

COMPUTER LAB AND STUDENT TESTING, Adult education

jeanne.bielejeski@isd47.org

Kristen Kolb

Adult education teacher, hillside

kristen.kolb@isd47.org

Kali Pelham

adult education teacher, hillside

kali.pelham@isd47.org

Renée St. John

INTAKE SPECIALIST AND STUDENT TESTING, Adult education

renee.stjohn@isd47.org | 320-258-1111