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The Bridge Program

Quality Basic Adult Education in the Community

  • Monday through Friday daytime classes at Hope Community in three ten-week sessions each year.
  • Two levels of reading and writing, two levels of math, and basic computer skills.
  • Volunteer tutors help teachers individualize learning.
  • Some students have high school degrees and need more skills, many students are working on a GED or other certification. Some have been out of school for many years.
  • We work to maintain a diverse classroom environment with a mix of American born and immigrant students working at the same level. Students are from 19 to over 60 years of age.
  • Currently over 60 students are registered.

Information and Registration


This is a tuition free program, although students pay for their own books and materials. The Bridge offers full and part-time options for eight week quarters in the fall, winter and spring.

To register for this program contact Joe Turgeon at 612-435-1678.

For current class schedules and information visit our Teacher Website.

Math Class