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Achieve your Goals with FREE Classes
Whether it's learning English, earning your GED, becoming a US citizen, or building academic skills, our team is dedicated to guiding & supporting you on your journey to success.
Find a Class Near You!
With classes available at 17+ locations across Wright County and surrounding areas, explore our options to find a location that best fits your needs and schedule!
Build English Fluency with ESL Classes
From beginner to advanced, our ESL classes help you improve your English, unlocking opportunities for personal and career growth, and more meaningful connections.
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Earn your GED
We will support and guide you through the process of earning your high school equivalency credentials. When you're ready, our Monticello site also offer test proctoring.
Your Journey to College and Career Readiness Starts Here
Developing essential academic and workplace skills opens the door to endless opportunities. Let us help you jumpstart your future!
Free Classes to Inspire Success for Adult Learners
WEST ABE, part of the MN Community Education, has been the local educational provider for adult learners in Wright County and beyond since 1996.
Whether you are looking to:
- improve your basic literacy skills (English-ESL, reading, and math)
- enhance digital skills (computer skills)
- earn your GED
- gain US citizenship
- get accepted into college
- advance in your or gain a competitive edge in the job market
- more
We're here to help you achieve your goals! Classes are free, and you can start any time. All levels welcome, our supportive and educated teachers will meet you where you are at and help you get where you want to go.
What Our Students Say
![Group Photo of ABE Students Smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740775672/monticellok12mnus/p07mz8ooptzjpxuutkck/MaplePlain.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740775672/monticellok12mnus/p07mz8ooptzjpxuutkck/MaplePlain.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740775672/monticellok12mnus/p07mz8ooptzjpxuutkck/MaplePlain.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740775672/monticellok12mnus/p07mz8ooptzjpxuutkck/MaplePlain.jpg","width":1200}])
Testimonial 1 (safe and welcoming, esl)
"I have accomplished many goals… I am very happy about it and I get emotional when I talk about this, because I really worked hard to be at this English level and I had all the help that I needed and more.
The environment is welcoming and not judgmental, where I felt and I feel safe to ask questions and show my difficulties..."—WEST ABE Student
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Testimonial 2 (support of instructors)
"[The extra efforts of my teachers] in helping me create a professional resume and cover letter truly made a difference in my job search. They took the time to guide me through the entire process, offering valuable insights and advice that helped me feel confident when applying for various positions."
—West ABE Student
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Testimonial 3 (ESL, proud, CNA)
"Yes I have learned from WEST ABE, that to helping my job and program to be the CNA. I am so proud of WEST ABE.
—West ABE Student
And thank you to teach me to progress how to using language. I am so happy."
![ABE Teacher Assisting Student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740777156/monticellok12mnus/obmctactpcbhihgwh9rb/20240415_191854.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740777156/monticellok12mnus/obmctactpcbhihgwh9rb/20240415_191854.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740777156/monticellok12mnus/obmctactpcbhihgwh9rb/20240415_191854.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740777156/monticellok12mnus/obmctactpcbhihgwh9rb/20240415_191854.jpg","width":1200}])
Testimonial 4 (english, success, contacts)
"The English class helped me feel more comfortable communicating in English, increased my vocabulary, improved my pronunciation, and amplified my opportunities for success in this country. It helped me receive information and make contacts."—West ABE Student
![ABE Teacher Assisting Student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740777735/monticellok12mnus/w3o83qf0er7s31wd4gkp/Theresia.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740777735/monticellok12mnus/w3o83qf0er7s31wd4gkp/Theresia.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740777735/monticellok12mnus/w3o83qf0er7s31wd4gkp/Theresia.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740777735/monticellok12mnus/w3o83qf0er7s31wd4gkp/Theresia.jpg","width":1200}])
Testimonial 5 (support of instructors)
"At the time, I truly had no words to express my gratitude for the help [my instructors] provided. Their support was beyond what I could have imagined, and it made such a positive impact on my ability to move forward with my career goals."—West ABE Student
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Testimonial 6
"By the end of the school year, I felt more confident about working, so I applied and now I'm working as a Parent Educator through the ECFE program."—West ABE Student