Adult Education Funding at Risk

The federal budget request for Fiscal Year 2027 has been released and

unfortunately it once again proposes the elimination of federal

adult education funding. Congress will now begin the months-long

appropriations process that determines final FY 2027 funding levels.

Adult education changes lives, strengthens communities, and fuels our economy.

Nothing is final, but the outcome depends on all who support adult education.

Using COABE's 3-click campaign, please consider sending a message to

your Members of Congress urging them to reject the proposed elimination

of adult education funding. Your voice matters!

Message House | Message Senate

SCAEC Transitions Work Highlighted in CALPRO Brief

SCAEC was asked to contribute to the CALPRO Evidence to Action Brief to highlight their implementation of two models designed to increase student transitions: the SCAEC/SCCCD College Showcase and the Student Ambassador Program.

• The College Showcase brings adult school staff, faculty, and partners together to learn about adult education programs and services at the college level.

• The Student Ambassador Program engages former adult learners who have transitioned into college, career training, or employment to share their personal journeys with current student at orientations, class visits, and outreach events.

Pang Vangyi and the SCAEC Transitions Team have worked tirelessly to implement these programs. Their dedication to supporting adult learners is inspiring!

Medical Assistant Teacher Needed!

Madera Adult School has an open position for a Medical Assistant Teacher. For more information, please visit

https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2184253

Reedley College Campus Tour

Reedley College is hosting an Adult Education Student Welcome and Campus Tour on April 17, 2026. Learn about the resources available to help adult students become successful at Reedley College.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!

Fresno City College Open House

Registration is now open for the Fresno City College annual Open House for Adult School Students on Thursday, April 23 from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. Students will attend campus tours, presentations, and a resource fair. Lunch will be provided.

Register before April 21st by scanning the QR code on the flyer or at this link:

https://www.ticketsource.us/fresno-city-college

School Campus Safety Assistant

Fresno Adult School is offering a training program designed for adults who want to make a positive impact in schools. Completion of this course could lead to potential employment with Fresno Unified School District.

New classes begin 4/27/26. Interested students must attend an orientation session, complete a computer course, and attend an interview before being considered for the program.

For more information, call (559) 457-6000, visit www.fas.edu, or scan the QR code on the flyer.

ValleyBuild NOW

ValleyBuild NOW (all-female cohort) has started recruiting for their next program. This 10-week program is designed specifically for women interested in preparing for a career in the construction trades.

Class will begin on May 4, 2026. Click on the flyer for more information or register directly at www.valleybuild.net.

Emergency Medical and Fire Dispatchers Course and Certification

Starting May 4, 2026, Valley ROP and Kings Canyon Adult School will be offering an EMD and EFD Certification course.

Before enrolling, interested students must take a Dispatcher Aptitude test and attend a mandatory orientation.

Click on the flyer for more information.

ELL Resource / Immigration Virtual Workshop

Join us on Wednesday, May 20th at 9:30 am for an informative ELL Resource and Immigration Virtual Workshop designed to help students stay up to date on the latest U.S. immigration policies.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to join the workshop or join from this link:

bit.ly/2026VirtualImmigrationWorkshop

Registration Open for High School Equivalency Summer Convenings!

The California Department of Education invites examiners, test site administrators, school counselors, and others with a connection to high school equivalency and proficiency programs to the in-person Summer Convenings.

These convenings are designed to provide timely updates and to collect valuable feedback regarding the GED and HiSET exams.

The Fresno Convening is scheduled for Friday, August 14, 2026. Register Now!

Clovis Adult Education CTE Courses

Clovis Adult Education is offering a variety of CTE courses such as:

• Office Assistant
• Accounting
• Quickbooks
• Keyboarding
• Auto I
• Culinary

Click on the flyer to learn more!

Fresno State Connect Initiative for Low-Cost Internet Services

Since 2011, the Fresno State Connect Initiative has helped bridge the digital divide that impacts the lives of those in rural communities in the San Joaquin Valley. Programs for internet services are available for as low at $10 per month for eligible households.

Community members are encouraged to call (855)766-0320 for more information or scan the QR code on the flyer.

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.

With funds from the PG&E Better Together Giving Program, SCAEC has launched our second cohort of Student Ambassadors. Last year's program was such a success that we were able to increase the number of student ambassadors from three to seven.

The ambassadors will visit adult school orientations, classes, and outreach events in our region to share their stories. During these sessions, the student ambassadors will highlight the challenges they've overcome, their return-to-school journeys, and their subsequent achievements.

Please click on the flyer to meet our new ambassadors!

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

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.

Santa Clara Adult Education Teaching Credential Program

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.

Central California Food Bank

If someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, the Central California Food Bank has developed a calendar of distribution dates and sites.

Please click on this link for more information: https://ccfoodbank.org/home/findfood/food-locator/food-distribution-calendar/



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.



Immigrants Rights Resource Document

Click on the flyer or the link below to access 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.