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UPDATES AND INFORMATION

September 2022

WELCOME BACK!

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


SCAEC welcomes you to the start of the 2022-2023 school year! This is SCAEC's eighth year of providing support to our 22 members and the adult students that live within the State Center Community College District Region. 


We are excited to share our new publication with you in both English and Spanish. Please click on the links below and feel free to share it with others. 

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SCAEC Publication - English

SCAEC Publication - Spanish

WHAT'S NEW?

COABE Adult Education & Family Literacy Week

September 19-23, 2022


Join COABE in promoting Adult Education and Family Literacy next week! Browse their website for ways to get involved, including already created graphics that are easily added to your social media sites.


View their webpage here: https://coabe.org/national-adult-education-and-family-literacy-week/



Fresno City College and Reedley College Host Dual Enrollment Events


Adult school and college faculty, administration and staff can learn more about the dual enrollment process at one of these upcoming college events.


Fresno City College

  • September 26, 2022
  • 2:00 - 3:30 pm
  • VIRTUAL event
  • Click on the flyer for Zoom information


Reedley College



SCCCD/SCAEC College Showcase

October 18, 2022


Adult school and college faculty, administration and staff are invited to learn more about the programs and services available to adult students. Topics will include:


  • CTE (Credit and Non-credit)
  • Financial Aid / CA Dream Act
  • Dual Enrollment / SB554
  • Special Programs
  • Resource Fair


Register HERE

Reedley College Farmer's Market


Join Reedley College for their Farmer's Market on Saturdays in September, October and November.


  • Fresh Produce
  • Family Activities
  • Food Trucks
  • College information
  • and more


Please click on the flyer for more information.

California Community Colleges

Undocumented Student Support E-Handbook


The California Community College Chancellor's Office, in partnership with the Foundation for Community Colleges has developed an e-handbook which aims to elevate promising practices across the system in order to provide undocumented students with holistic resources and services. 


Access the handbook here.

Low-cost internet, laptops and Chromebooks available for qualifying students


By filling out a short application, certain students can qualify for reduced pricing on internet services and laptops or Chromebooks. 


Click here to learn more about the program.


Fresno and Reedley Workforce Connection Offices Have Moved!


Fresno Workforce Connection is now located at 3170 West Shaw Avenue (NW corner of Shaw and Marks). 


As of September 13, Workforce Connection - Eastside Center will be located in Parlier.


Click on each flyer for more information or visit their website at workforce-connection.com.

CVIIC Immigration Workshop


The Central Valley Immigrant Integrative Collaborative (CVIIC) is offering an immigration workshop at Fresno Adult School on September 24th. 


Click on the flyer for more information.

Central Valley Forestry Corps


Workforce Connection and Reedley College are recruiting for their Forestry program. Space is limited so register today at https://sierratree.org/


Click on the flyer for more information.

SCAEC TRANSITION TEAM UDPATES

Student Success Story


Learn about Anselmo's determination to earn a high school diploma despite a brain injury which left him with epileptic seizures.


Continue reading...

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.

CCAE UPDATES

CCAE Central Section Networking Event


Join the CCAE Central Section for a fun event with free food and prizes on Friday, September 23rd from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm!


Click on the flyer for more information. Registration is not necessary!

CCAE Central Section Fall Conference 2022


The CCAE Central Section Fall will be held at Bakersfield Adult School in Friday, November 4, 2022. While a virtual option will be available, they would like to see everyone in person!


Registration is required. Please click on the flyer for the registration link. 


PRESENTERS NEEDED!

Please sign up here https://forms.gle/TzLxuARvbz7TJb89A to share your ideas with others.

UPCOMING CONFERENCES

Strengthening Student Success Conference

October 5-7, 2022

Garden Grove, CA


The Strengthening Student Success Conference provides a unique opportunity for a cross-section of California Community College professionals to engage with each other on a variety of topics and strategies.


Register Now!

CAEP Summit 2022

October 25-28, 2022

FREE Virtual Conference


The CAEP Summit 2022 is ideal for the teachers, coordinators, administrators and support staff in the network of California adult education providers under the California Adult Education Program.


This event will offer relevant and new information through dynamic presentations with emphasis on working creatively and collaboratively to respond to the current needs of adult learners and help ensure learners are well prepared for employment or further education.


Register NOW!

COABE National Conference

April 2-5, 2023

Atlanta, GA and Virtual


Call for Presenters


In April 2023, COABE will host a hybrid national conference, providing presenters with the option to present both in-person and virtually. Learn more about this opportunity and submit your session today. Deadline to apply is October 15th, 2022. Visit the presenter resources page for more information.


Presenters resource page

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.


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



CALPRO Events


Click the link below for a list of CALPRO events for September and October.


CALPRO Events - September/October 2022

OTAN (Outreach and Technical Assistance Network)


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


Click HERE for a list of current OTAN workshops.



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 below to access their website for more information.


Fresno County Public Library Website


You can also apply for a library card online here:

Apply for a library card



ABOUT SCAEC

SCAEC Board Members

SCAEC Board Meeting Dates

SCAEC Staff

SCAEC Transitions Team

Visit our website at www.statecenteraec.org