A Welcome Back Message from

Carolyn Zachry, Director, CDE Adult Education Program

Welcome to the 2024-25 School Year!

Click on the video below to hear a message from Carolyn Zachry.

New CAEP Infographic Released

Explore the impactful achievements of CAEP across our state!

This new infographic showcases key data and insights about the learners we support and the diverse communities we serve. Join us in celebrating these accomplishments and spreading the word about the positive changes we are making together!

Beyond Housing Fresno

Economic Empowerment Summit 2024

Beyond Housing Fresno is hosting a summit on October 5th to provide information on practical strategies and resources to achieve financial stability and build a brighter future.

Featuring sessions on

• Education and Health Resources
• Affordable Homeownership
• Vocation and Career Pathways
• and much more!

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

Reedley College Experience Fair

Interested in gaining experience in your field? Join Reedley College on October 16th for their Experience Fair.

Meet with organizations to learn about

• Service Learning
• Work-Based Learning
• Volunteer Opportunities

Reedley College Welcome Tour

Adult Education and Alternative students are invited to join Reedley College on October 28th to tour the campus and learn more about available resources.

Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or at this link:

Registration Required

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.

CCAE Central Section 2023-24 Awards

Please share this link with your site's CCAE members to vote for our 2023-24 Central Section Awards: https://forms.gle/v3oVHnBrmz7DngQJ9

The awards descriptions are in the form. Each site will be able to honor:

• 1 Student
• 1 Instructor
• 1 Certificated student services member
• 1 Classified student services member

All forms need to be submitted by October 1, 2024.

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.

CALPRO Leadership Institute 2025

The CALPRO Leadership Institute 2025 applications are now available and due by November 18, 2024. The Institute will be held in-person AND virtually over a total of six days in the spring.

Please see the application at the link below for further information about the Institute and for application requirements.

2025 CALPRO Leadership Institute Application

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!

Access the 2024 schedule here.

STUDENT SUCCESS STORY

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Julian Rivera

Fresno Adult School

Learn about Julian's journey from Civil Engineer in El Salvador to ESL and HiSET student at Fresno Adult School.

Read more about Julian 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.

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:

Stay connected with OTAN

Click HERE for a list of current OTAN workshops.