A note from Sherri Watkins, Executive Director, State Center Adult Education Consortium (SCAEC)

Welcome to the 2024-25 School Year!

We are pleased to have you joining us for another exciting year of learning, growth, and collaboration.

Ag Systems Certificate

Do you know someone who wants to learn about farming and start training for a better job? Fresno City College is offering an Ag Systems Certificate.

Classes can be completed online and in-person support is available whenever needed.

Download the flyer for more information in both English and Spanish.

Washington Adult School ESL Class

Washington Adult School's ESL class will begin on September 3rd at Washington Union High School.

Sign up is required. Please call (559) 495-5690.

Download the flyer for more information in both English and Spanish.

CALPRO Online Integrated Education and Training (IET) Implementation Clinic

The California Adult Literacy Professional Development Project (CALPRO) and the California Department of Education is offering a unique professional learning opportunity! Join other agency teams of ESL and ABE/ASE instructors, CTE instructors, and program administrators for an IET Implementation Clinic.

Applications must be received by September 24, 2024 at 5 pm.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Fund 11 - Adult Education Compliance Reminder

The California Department of Education recently sent a reminder about fund management compliance for Adult Education programs. Please review this important notice at the link below.

COABE Commitment to Adult Education Pledge

COABE announces the launch of the Education & Elevate America Pledge, a nationwide initiative to demonstrate to legislators the vital importance of adult education. It is crucial to gather widespread support to ensure that newly elected officials understand and prioritize adult education.

Take action by signing the pledge and enouraging your friends, family, colleagues, and social networks to do the same.

Adult Education and Family Literacy Week

September 16-20, 2024

Once a year, educators from all over the country join together with adult learners, community partners, business leaders, legislators, and friends of adult education to amplify their successes! COABE has developed a calendar of activities, resources, and much more. Join your colleagues to celebrate the national Adult Education and Family Literacy Week!

The 2024 schedule is being finalized. Watch the replays from 2023 here.

STUDENT SUCCESS STORY

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Andrew Gallegos

Madera Adult School

Andrew Gallegos is, in his words, "A proud graduate of Madera Adult School," and was selected as Student of the Year by the Madera Adult School staff. His journey took him from prison to MAS to earn his diploma.

Read about Andrew's incredible story here.

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.

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.

CalPRO Teaching Skills That Matter in Adult Education (TSTM)

The Teaching Skills That Matter in Adult Education project trains teachers to integrate the skills that matter to adult students using approaches that work across critical topics.

A recent research brief summarized this nationwide implementation pilot. Read the brief here.

The TSTM Toolkit was developed by adult education experts to support teachers in using approaches that work to help students gain the skills that matter. Access the Toolkit here.



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 Events

Click the link below for a calendar of CALPRO events.

CALPRO Events Calendar

OTAN (Outreach and Technical Assistance Network)

Each month, OTAN releases informational newsletters for teachers and administrators. Access current issues here:

Stay connected with OTAN

Click HERE for a list of current OTAN workshops.