| Adults with Special Needs
Community Education seeks to improve the quality of life by providing lifelong learning opportunities for all members of the community. Lifelong learning is based on the belief that people are learners at every age and are entitled to pursue educational opportunities that are meaningful to them.
Community Education serves many adults with disabilities. Three of these programs are:
Community Cultural Center
The Community Cultural Center (CCC) is a recreational program designed to enhance the social lives of adults with developmental disabilities. The Community Cultural Center is based on three concepts: Creating relationships, creating choices and changing lives. Each quarter a calendar of educational, recreational, social and cultural activities are offered. All activities (unless otherwise noted) are held or leave from Riverside Education Center, 900 Albion Ave., Saint Paul
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CLEAR
The CLEAR Program (Community Leisure, Education and Recreation) is an educational program that serves adults with developmental disabilities. CLEAR offers a variety of classes designed to meet the needs of adults with developmental disabilities. Classes offer opportunities to meet with old and new friends, share interests, explore talents and learn new skills. Staff creates a congenial environment to practice the skills necessary for a rich and independent life. Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Bridge View School.
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SEED
The SEED Program (Supportive Experiential Education) offers community education classes that support mental health needs and lifelong learning of adults as they develop to their full potential in the community. SEED was established in 1972 and has enrolled more than 15,000 students. Each semester approximately 300 learners develop academic skills for career development and entry into post-secondary education in more than 50 classes. Independent Living Skills, Expressive Arts, Adult Basic and Continuing Education, Technology and Physical Education are available. Classes are held Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Riverside Education Center
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