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Monday Sessions

Session 1 (90 minutes)   3:45pm-5:15pm

(IN-PERSON Only) Data & Accountability: A Hands-on Approach
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Carla Slowiczek
In this session, the presenters will demonstrate how learner results and services received move from an update record to the CAEP Summary Report. During this hands-on portion of the session, participants will work in groups and reference scenarios to complete a student update record, utilize resources such as the Data Dictionary, and follow the student’s data across a CAEP Summary Report.
(AUD: ADM, STF • PGM: PGE )
Yield better Employment and Earnings Survey Responses
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Francisco Xavier Pinedo
Participants will learn various strategies used in the Salinas Valley Adult Education Consortium, from using social media, to creating a short video to share with students receiving the survey, this session will highlight strategies to yield higher E&E survey response rates. Participants will also be encouraged to share their ideas so we can all learn from each other's best practice up and down the State of California.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: LDR, PGE )
Conducting surveys or focus groups for your needs assessment shouldn't be overwhelming. Learn some tips and suggestion to do it yourself.
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Rosio Pedroso
During the presentation you will be given tips to develop your own survey and/or focus group. You will review the pros and cons of using surveys and focus groups. Review example of how to analyze data and present it in a user-friendly manner. Discover the key elements of effective surveys and focus groups with examples from consortium needs assessments.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: PGE )

Tuesday Sessions

Plenary Address   9:00am-10:00am

The Educator’s Moral Imperative: Changing the Predictability of the Zip Code
Single presenter
Mike Walsh
Current trends and national data suggest that Western civilization is in decline or free fall, depending on the topic. The good news is that citizens believe educators will be the ones to turn it around. If we want to transform the system, then we have to start with transforming our beliefs about the system. That requires that we ask the right questions of our students, staff, and each other.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )

Wednesday Sessions

Session 7 (90 minutes)   10:00am-11:30am

Accessibility - An Agency Approach, Resources for Teachers and Staff, and Creating an Equitable Learning Environment
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Penny Pearson
Many adult schools do not have the benefit of a full time ‘Accessibility expert’, yet the law requires that educational materials are accessible to all learners. How do you get that done? Join us for a collaborative discussion regarding potential solutions to help your agency and teachers have a plan to ensure digital materials comply with the American with Disabilities act and 508 compliance, for all learners. Come away inspired and with strategies in hand! Admin bring your staff and teachers!
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: EQT, LDR, PDV )
Meeting CAEP Performance Goals (Panel Discussion)
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Jay Wright
Explore how top performing agencies address performance improvement, and implement effective ways to exceed performance goals. This session presents a data based focus to address agency and consortium level issues, and features panelists who have successfully applied this approach in different ways to improve performance.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: LDR, PGE )
Google's Experimental NotebookLM with Gemini AI & the Implications for Adult Education
Single presenter
Sean Abajian
In an era of technological evolution, Google's Experimental NotebookLM, powered by Gemini AI, revolutionizes adult education. This presentation explores its capabilities, applications & impact. NotebookLM enhances note-taking, info synthesis & personalized learning with real-time retrieval, context-aware suggestions & adaptive pathways. It empowers educators, streamlines tasks & improves learner outcomes. Addressing ethical considerations, we explore best practices for equitable AI deployment.
(AUD: ADM, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, TDL )

Session 8 (60 minutes)   1:00pm-2:00pm

Creating a Student Council to help increase student retention, persistence and success
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Ana Mendoza
How to start your first student council and empower them to start their own business to generate passive income for scholarships and increase student retention, persistence and success.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE )
The Ridiculously Easy Guide to Consortium Engagement: 12 Key Moves for Turning the Cruise Ship
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Michele Stiehl
Consortium engagement isn’t about apps but mindset. Last year we shared 7 key concepts for creative consorting. That was just the beginning. We’ve added 5 bonus items! Walk away with some new ideas to boost engagement, communication, collaboration, and sharing between your member-districts….or for that matter any groups that you lead. The ridiculously easy guide will be provided to all. Results may vary.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: LDR )
Vision 2030 & Gen AI: Achieving Community College Transformation & Student Equity in A HUMANS-Centered AI Future
Single presenter
Don Harjo Daves-Rougeaux
Join us for a discussion about the "Vision 2030 Generative AI Strategy and action plan, including how we can harness the potential of AI and emerging technologies to enhance learning, operations, and student support services. We will discuss anticipated impacts, challenges, and strategies for ensuring AI augments rather than replaces the human touch - and expertise - in education."
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )
Supporting Learner Transition - Victor Valley College Adult Education
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Pablo Saldana
Victor Valley College is growing in admissions and our classes are offered at three different locations. Our counselors are also located on the opposite side of campus. Because of our wide reach, we sometimes have a challenge knowing the phase in which the student may be in. Also, the ESL CTE program is getting developed. In this presentation we describe the wins and challenges of partnering with Adult Schools and transitioning adult students into college adult ed & collegiate level programs.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, TDL )
Adjusting SMART Goals and Integrating Data-Driven Plans to Enhance Program Excellence
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Jaemi Naish
Join us to explore how to refine SMART goals to align with your Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) and effectively use data to drive program objectives. Gain practical strategies and insights to ensure your goals are measurable, achievable, and impactful, paving the way for continued success in adult education.
(AUD: ADM, STF • PGM: LDR, PDV, PGE )
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