Located in the WestSide of Saint Paul, GAP School serves approximately 200 youth and young adults (ages 16-24) annually through education and enrichment; training that leads to employment; and social and emotional supports. To learn more about enrollment, call 651-262-5801 or complete the Inquiry Form.

EDUCATION AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

At GAP, we offer at-risk adolescents a safe, structured environment in which to learn and grow. With a significantly lower staff-to-student ratio than mainstream public schools, our teachers develop strong personal relationships with GAP students that help us identify and address each individual’s unique needs.

GAP’s suite of culturally appropriate, community-based educational services help diverse, economically disadvantaged youth overcome the realities of their backgrounds and greatly improve their economic and occupational outcomes.

State Approved Alternative High School
GAP’s accredited, comprehensive high school diploma program serves grades 9-12 and emphasizes the acquisition of strong basic academic skills that promote college and career readiness. Leadership development and community service learning are also core components of the program. The high school program is accredited through MNSAA.  
Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education provides adults, ages 18 to 24, with the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an industry recognized certificate in a career pathway through a full day school program.  Instruction in the core content areas of reading, writing, mathematics, speaking, listening and English Language Acquisition as well as courses in citizenship, civics, basic technology skills, employability skills, health literacy, study skills, financial literacy are offered. The ABE Program is a member of the St. Paul Literacy Consortium.  
YouthBuild Saint Paul
GAP makes a difference in our students’ lives by giving them the tools and credentials they need to achieve economic stability and improve potential for higher lifetime earnings. Our goal is to make education and employment training a possibility for young adults in our community who face significant barriers.
GAP provides a continuum of social and emotional support services for children, youth, young adults and families.
  • Indigenous Youth Cultural Mentoring Program provides Native Youth in St. Paul with mentoring, language instruction in Dakota and Ojibwe, and instruction in traditional ceremonies.
  • Mentoring is provided for all high school students as well as for Opportunity Youth enrolled in the YouthBuild/AmeriCorps program.
  • Social work services are provided by social work students in partnership with Metropolitan University. 
  • Other Supports include transportation, meals*, health and wellness support.
           *As a provider of USDA programs, Change Inc. adheres to the
             USDA Nondiscrimination        Statement.
FREE MEALS THIS SUMMER

GAP School will be a site for free meals this summer! All students are invited, you do not need to be a GAP student. There are also free serving sites across the state at school, parks, recreation centers, community centers, and libraries. No registration or prior sign-up is necessary for most sites. All kids up to age 18 can locate the nearest site, show up at the right time, and eat. 

Kids 18 and under or family members can use this free app to find locations that provide meals. It also shows days and hours for distribution. Download the Free Meals for Kids app at Apple App or Google Play.

Where: GAP School (381 Robie St. E St. Paul, MN 55107)
When: Monday-Friday, June 20- July 26 (closed July 3-5)
Breakfast: 7:30- 8:15AM
Lunch: 11:45AM- 12:30PM

Questions? Kathy Rappos (651-226-2970)

Quick Resources:
381 East Robie Street, St. Paul, MN 55107 | Phone: 651-222-0757  |  Fax: 612-259-7185 | info@thechangeinc.org
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