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UPDATES AND INFORMATION

April 2025

WHAT'S NEW

Fresno City College Open House for Adult School Students - April 24, 2025


Come visit Fresno City College to learn about what they have to offer! Presentations, Resource Fair, and Campus Tours will focus on the following Career Pathways:


  • Arts, Communication, & Language
  • Culture, Education, & Society
  • Business
  • Health and STEM
  • Tech and Trades


Download the flyer to get your tickets!

Clovis Community College Adult Education Campus Tour


Clovis Community College will host its first Adult Education Campus Tour on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. All adult education students are invited to see what the campus has to offer!


Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or at this link: bit.ly/AETourSP25

Good Jobs Challenge Grant


The Fresno-Madera K16 Collaborative has established a partnership with the Fresno Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to offer a range of business certification courses at Fresno City College.


This collaboration is designed to benefit students wishing to pursue a Medical Office Specialist, Office Specialist, or Bookkeping Fundamentals certificate at FCC. Students can receive tuition support, book fees, child care, and other supportive services.


Click on the flyer for more information.

Kings Canyon Adult School Spring Courses


Check out the programs offered at Kings Canyon Adult School this spring! Earn your High School Diploma or enroll in CTE courses.

Washington Adult School Programs


Washington Adult School is offering High School Diploma and ESL classes. Register by calling 559-495-5690.


Click on the flyer for information in both English and Spanish.

Adult Education Teaching Credential Program


Requiring teachers to hold credentials ensures a high level of expertise and

quality in the instruction provided to adult education students. However,

pursuing an Adult Education Credential in California can be challenging.


In response to this need, Santa Clara Unified School District, in collaboration with

Evergreen Community College, announces a FREE Adult Education Credentialing

Program. Santa Clara Adult Education will support teacher candidates

through the application process for their preliminary and clear credentials,

while Evergreen Community College will offer the required coursework.


For more information, please contact Santa Clara Adult Education

at (408) 423-3500 or santaclaraadulted@scusd.net

Click HERE for more information

IMMIGRATION RESOURCES

Immigration Rights Message from CAEAA and CCAE


CAEAA and CCAE continue to hear increased concerns from schools in light of the new administration's recent actions regarding immigration and customs enforcement.

Continue Reading Statement

In addition, here are some immigrant resources to start the conversation with your school administrators, staff, teachers, and students.


Immigrants Rights Resources Document


Central Valley Immigration Integration Collaborative (CVIIC)

https://cviic.org


San Joaquin College of Law New American Legal Clinic

https://www.sjcl.edu/nalc

Immigration Toolbox


The Immigrant Legal Resource Center's Higher Education Technical Assistance Project is a statewide effort supported by the California Department of Social Services.


The ILRC website at www.ilrc.org lists a number of services available to immigrants to help clarify complicated immigration issues. If someone you know needs assistance, be sure to check out the community resources tab.

Salinas Valley Adult Education Consortium Watch Party Presentations


SVAEC is presenting on topics which may be of interest to adult students, particularly undocumented students. They are encouraging adult schools to host watch parties at their sites to keep their students informed.


  • April 24: Citizenship Mock Interview


Morning and evening presentations are available on each date. The first hour of the presentation will be in Spanish and the second hour in English.


Please click on the flyer for information in both English and Spanish and for the the video link.

SCAEC TRANSITION TEAM UPDATES

Our Transition Team is here to help


Our staff continues to be available to assist students with community resource referrals, academic and career counseling, financial aid assistance, and college application assistance.


Appointments with a Transition Specialist can be made by visiting our Student and Teacher Resource website at www.SCAECLearns.org.


Please click on the flyer for additional contact information.

UPCOMING CONFERENCES

2025 CCAE State Conference

May 1-3, 2025


Come rock with us at the CCAE State Conference, hosted by the CCAE Central Section.


Registration is now open! More information and the registration link can be found at:

https://www.ccaestate.org/conference-2025.html

CASAS Summer Institute 2025

June 9-12, 2025


The CASAS Summer Institute offers an opportunity to learn about new policies affecting your agency, the array of assessments and tools that CASAS offers, and how best to use CASAS.


Register at this link: https://www.casas.org/si/registration

LearningQuest Next Level Literacy Conference, June 23-24, 2025


LearningQuest, in partnership with the Stanislaus County Library, is offering adult educators, tutors, and program coordinators an opportunity to network, share ideas, and gain valuable insights to support adult learners.


More information can be found at this link: https://www.lqslc.com/literacyconference

RESOURCES

SCAEC Student and Teacher Resource Website,

SCAECLearns.org

Students

Current and prospective students will find information on college, careers, and supportive services at our new resource website, SCAECLearns.org.


Students can request an appointment by phone, email or video chat with a Transitions Specialist for assistance with:

  • Academic and career advising
  • College admission applications
  • Financial aid
  • Educational and career training options
  • Career exploration
  • Community resource referrals


Teachers

Teachers will find up-to-date information on lesson plans, professional development opportunities, testing, and other resources.



SCAEC Consortium-wide Publication

"Find Your Pathway to Success"


Use the links below or click on the images to the left to see our consortium-wide publication! Learn more about the services our consortium provides to adult learners in our region.


SCAEC Publication - English

SCAEC Publication - Spanish


Feel free to download and share with students, staff, and partners. Please contact the consortium office at 559-207-3189 if you would like physical copies for your site.



Subscribe to the California Adult Education Program Newsletter!


The California Adult Education Program (CAEP) newsletter is a vital resource for those wanting to keep informed about the latest news regarding adult education in our state. The newsletter is sent weekly and is full of up-to-date information regarding policy, due dates, and COVID-19 related news. To subscribe, please click the link below.


CAEP Newsletter Subscription Form



Fresno County Public Library


In addition to many other services, The Fresno County Public Library offers assistance with job and career searches, services for New Americans and Veterans, and homework help. Click on the link for more information on these programs and many others!


Fresno County Public Library Website



Root and Rebound Reentry Advocates


Root and Rebound works to support people navigating reentry and reduce the harms perpetuated by mass incarceration. In addition to other services, they provide free legal support for people with convictions/arrest records in California.


Click here for information in both English and Spanish.

CALPRO Trainings


Click the link below for a list of CALPRO trainings.


CALPRO Training Hub

OTAN (Outreach and Technical Assistance Network)


Each month, OTAN releases informational newsletters for teachers and administrators. Access current issues here: https://otan.us/StayConnected/Home/Newsletter


Stay connected with OTAN

Click HERE for a list of current OTAN workshops.



ABOUT SCAEC

SCAEC Member Districts and Agencies

SCAEC Board Members


SCAEC Board Meeting Dates

SCAEC Regional Fact Sheets

CAEP Infographic

SCAEC Staff

SCAEC Transitions Team

California Adult Education Program (CAEP) Website

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