New COABE Website

Explore the New COABE Website

We're excited to announce the launch of COABE's newly redesigned website—built to better serve our members like you.

Whether you're currently enrolled in an adult education program or looking for ways to stay connected after graduation, you'll find helpful tools, inspiring stories, and opportunities to grow.

Here are a few highlights to get you started:

Resources for Adult Learners

Discover free online courses, career tools, and ways to stay engaged: coabe.org/adultlearners

National Adult Education Alumni Study

See how adult education is changing lives nationwide: coabe.org/alumnistudy

Student Ambassador Training Program

Learn how to use your voice to support and promote adult education: https://coabe-students-as-leaders.learnworlds.com/

Visit the new site and take the next step in your journey.

Good News: Funding for Adult Education is Secured Until June 2026

Thanks to strong advocacy efforts nationwide, states will receive federal funding for adult education programs through June 2026. That means adult education classes and services will continue to be available in communities across the country.

If you want to stay informed about future funding or get involved in protecting access to these vital programs, we invite you to visit the Faces of Adult Education page. There, you’ll find real stories, advocacy tools, and ways to make your voice heard. Learn more and get involved.

Coming This July: A New Way to Connect

Learning doesn't stop when class ends—and you don’t have to navigate your journey alone. This July, COABE is launching a brand-new online community for adult learners and alumni across the country.

Whether you’re working toward a goal or already reached one, you’ll have a space to connect, share, and grow with others who understand the path you're on.

Ask questions, trade advice, celebrate wins, and stay inspired—all in one supportive, student-centered space.

You’re not just a learner—you’re part of a nationwide community. Come join us.

Google Scholars

The multi-year partnership between COABE and Google resulted in an award for 500 Google Career Certificates in six high growth fields that lead to competitive pay a median wage of $76,000 per year. Throughout the program, Google Scholars are able to access guidance from an experienced mentor and adult education teacher. We congratulate our May certificate completers below. 

Project Management

• Xavier Munoz (VA)

Digital Marketing & E-commerce

• Eli Merrill (ME)

Google Data Analytics

• Robert Guzmans (IL)
• Jose Barillas (DC)
• Luvna Louis (FL)

AI Essentials:

• Michael Matos (IL)
• Yusmary Panza (FL)
• Veronica (TX)
• Barry Bakin (CA)
• Stephanie McGarrell (PA)
• Jackeline Gomez (OK)

Business Intelligence:

• Shayanna Nagy (AZ)

Google Prompting:

• Jennifer White (IL)
• Delia (TX)

Thanks to the partnership between COABE and Google, you can continue to access Applied Digital Skills for free. Learn more and start strengthening your digital skills today!

Spotlight on Success

Adult education opened up a new, rewarding career path for Tracy James. In fact, her new career is helping other adult learners to reach their goals just like she did. Read Tracy's story.

Every month, the COABE Compass will spotlight the success story of an adult learner. If you want to submit your success story, complete this form. View more success stories on the Educate and Elevate site.

SOS Fund

Did your car break down and you cannot afford the repairs? Do you have to choose between going to adult education classes or working to pay for heat? We are here to support you so you can stay in class!

COABE’s Educate & Elevate Foundation accepts applications year-round for the SOS (Support Our Students) Fund. Emergency grants are provided to an adult learner to offset an immediate barrier to sustained learning at a local program. Both the adult learner and the local program must be members of COABE.

Visit the Educate & Elevate Foundation webpage to apply.