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Tuesday Sessions

Breakfast and Exhibitor Time   7:30am-8:45am

Breakfast and Exhibitor Time
Single presenter
CAEP TAP
If you didn't get a chance to visit our registration desk upon arrival come down early. Afterwards, proceed to the Ballroom to enjoy breakfast and networking opportunities. This will set the stage for a productive day that begins with our Plenary session and continues with a dynamic line-up of engaging sessions.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )

Session 2 (90 minutes)   10:15am-11:45am

Developing Member Effectiveness Assessment Tools: A hands-on workshop using practices from the South Orange County Regional Consortium (SOCRC)
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Karima Feldhus
Join members of SOCRC as they describe how the consortium developed a series of tools to measure member effectiveness to address AB 1491. The tools consist of a quarterly fiscal report, a facilities and equipment review, and an annual member self-assessment that ties to the three-year plan. The SOCRC team will lead you through several activities to get you started on the development of your own tools to meet the needs of your agencies.
(AUD: ADM, STF • PGM: LDR, PGE )
Empowering adult students: How Fierce Mustang Media links classroom to community workforce
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Dr. Heather Maloy
Fierce Mustang Media at San Joaquin Delta College is a content creation and media production firm focused on community projects. The media group is made up of a majority of adult learners who do flexible internships with intent on reducing the brain drain in Stockton and San Joaquin County.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LRT, PDV, TDL )
The Educator’s Moral Imperative: Practical Strategies to Change Behaviors and Transform Education
Single presenter
Mike Walsh
Continuing from the Keynote, Mike will expand and provide practical tools and the knowledge to immediately begin transforming the education of all of your students, whether they are ready to learn, reluctant to learn, or have become resistant to learning. You will understand the necessary steps to change the behaviors of students and staff alike. The best part is that your overall plan will fit on one page.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )
Navigating Success: DataVista's Guide to the California Adult Education Scorecard
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Adriel Garcia
Maximize CAEP's three-year planning with our DataVista workshop. Gain expertise in accessing and customizing essential metrics for insightful analyses. Discover how to navigate DataVista's features for strategic decision-making. Locate adult education metrics and our California Adult Education Program Scorecard. Transform data into actionable plans and improve outcomes for adult learners. Join us and harness DataVista's full potential for CAEP success.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: PDV, PGE )
California Adult Education Programs and Essential Education Working Together to Help Adult Learners Achieve Success.
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
John Balentine
Find out how programs are working with a leading provider of adult education solutions to successfully implement ABE and HSE resources in meeting learning outcomes and helping adult learners achieve their life goals.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, PGE )
Bridging the Digital Divide: How the Ventura County Adult Education Consortium collaborated with the Economic Development Collaborative to develop and deliver an aligned Computer Basics Program to over 400 people Countywide.
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Sean Abajian
This presentation and panel will showcase how the Economic Development Collaborative partnered with the Ventura County Adult Education Consortium to develop and deliver a bilingual short-format Computer Basics course to over 500 people in under 2 years. Attendees will learn to build regional digital skills partnerships, align curriculum across consortia, utilize the FREE Computer Basics replication toolkit, and overcome implementation challenges.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, PDV )

Session 4 (90 minutes)   2:30pm-4:00pm

Bridging Futures from Adult School to Delta College for English Language Learners
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Dr. Heather Maloy
This presentation at the CAEP Summit will focus on ESL 82 – Intermediate College ESL Reading/Writing I, a course designed to equip ELL adult learners with essential academic skills. Participants will be introduced to Delta College’s ESL 82 with contextualized pathways, degrees, majors, and transfer opportunities, showcasing how these can be leveraged to enhance students' academic and career prospects.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LRT, PDV )
Navigating Adult Ed. Reporting for Federal and State Funding: Creating Effective Plans
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Jaemi Naish
Shaping and Building Adult Education Together is more than just a theme for our conference; it's a testament to our collective commitment and evolution in adult ed. over the past ten years. Join us for this session as we delve into the intricacies of navigating adult ed. reports for federal and state funding. Gain valuable insights on creating effective plans, leveraging data to support program goals, and preparing comprehensive reports that align with funding requirements.
(AUD: ADM, STF • PGM: EQT, LDR, LRT, PDV, PGE )
Keep ‘Em Coming Back! Retention Strategies for Growth and Success
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Bilquis Ahmed
The struggle is real! Student retention is one of the most critical challenges in adult education. When attendance is down, student progress slows, and educator frustration grows. In this session, we will explore the problem but, more importantly, seek practical solutions. Utilizing the innovative research and hands-on experimentation of adult educators across the country, teachers and administrators will gain applicable learning strategies and engagement activities to keep students coming back.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, PGE, TDL )
IET MODELS IN ENTRY-LEVEL HEALTHCARE CAREERS
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Karyn Ruiz
Integrated Education and Training (IET) models are an important program offering that meets the needs of diverse learners. This session will provide an overview of models with a focus on entry level healthcare careers, specifically Pharmacy Technician, Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, Certified Medical Administration Assistant, and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant as the fastest growing career pathways in the country.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, LRT, PDV )
Enhancing Interagency Transitions through Collaboration and Data
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Juan Salcedo
This proposal showcases the collaborative efforts between the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) and the San Diego College of Continuing Education (SDCCE) in fostering inter-agency transitions. The presentation focuses on the development and utilization of data dashboards to track inter-agency transitions from the SDUSD Adult High School Diploma Program to SDCCE noncredit college programs.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: PGE )
Pre-writing with UDL, Blended Learning & AI Support
Single presenter
Karin de Varennes
Explore innovative writing instruction through the integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), blended learning, and AI support. This interactive session demonstrates how prewriting and preplanning, combined with choice in writing tasks, transform traditional methods. Attendees will leave equipped with strategies for personalized, technology-enhanced writing instruction, ensuring all students can succeed.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR )
Strong K-12, consortium, and community partnerships = Student Success!
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Theresa Trieu
As a K-12 adult school, there are opportunities to leverage partnerships between district leaders, consortium, and community partners to improve student outcomes. The presentation will focus on how these collaborative connections have improved program outcomes.
(AUD: ADM, STF • PGM: PDV )
College Isn't For Me. So, What Do I Do Now? The California Conservation Corps Could Be The Path To Launch A Meaningful Career With No Degree Required
Single presenter
JP Patton
The California Conservation Corps is a State government run workforce development program offering paid training for young adults interested in careers focused on conserving our environment and mitigating the impacts of climate change. The only requirement to enroll is motivation for hard work, personal development, and public service. Learn how your adult learner can transition to $33,000 plus $8,000 in scholarships their first year.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: LRT, MKT, PDV )

Break   4:00pm-4:20pm

Late Pick Me Up
Single presenter
CAEP TAP
Take advantage of our scheduled break with light refreshments to renew your energy. This pleasant interlude provides an excellent chance to unwind and prepare for the upcoming final sessions, as well as the networking event later this evening.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )

Wednesday Sessions

Breakfast and Exhibitor Time   7:30am-8:30am

Full breakfast and exhibitor time
Single presenter
CAEP TAP
Join us for a hot breakfast and take the opportunity to connect with an exhibitor you've been eager to meet as we conclude the CAEP Summit 2024. Start your day energized for the series of final sessions and be sure to reserve some energy for the closing ceremony. We wish you the best of luck in the Opportunity Drawing.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, LDR, LRT, MKT, PDV, PGE, TDL )

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

An Integrated Education & Training (IET) model for Multiple Health Science & Medical Technology CTE Programs
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Heather Peterson
Grossmont Adult Education (GAE) has developed an IET model that allows EL instructors to provide language literacy and fluency instruction to students across multiple CTE healthcare training programs by focusing on aligned CTE Anchor Standards and COAPPS. This model allows access to EL support for a much larger student population providing instruction in class, individually, and through the Canvas Learning Management System.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, EQT, PDV )
Canva and MagicSchool and Perplexity, OH MY!
Single presenter
Audrey Dierdorff
Come and learn about 3 different AI tools that save you time and energy. Canva™ is a free online graphic design tool with AI embedded features that can be used to create social media posts, presentations, videos, logos and more. MagicSchool.AI is an online program with 60+ AI tools for educators to use to create assessments, rubrics, lesson plans, and more. Perplexity.AI is an upgraded version of Google search. If you're tired of having to click each link from a search, Perplexity.AI is for you.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, LRT, MKT, TDL )
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 )
Contra Costa Workforce Collaborative: Building Regional Workforce Development Partnerships
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
G. Vittoria Abbate
In 2018, the Contra Costa County Workforce Collaborative (CCWC) was formed by 10 regional organizations creating a new collaborative model that would more efficiently and comprehensively leverage workforce development funds and expand the programs and services of the American Job Centers of California (AJCCs) countywide. This collaboration created a first-time seamless, coordinated system for delivery of diverse employment services to jobseekers throughout Contra Costa County.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: 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 )
AI in the Adult Education Classroom
Multiple presenters (maximum is 6 presenters)
Francisco Pinedo Jr.
Integrating AI in adult education enhances ESL, GED, and CTE learning. AI-powered tools offer personalized lessons for teachers and feedback for the student while improving language and writing acquisition. AI tools target individual needs in academic subjects while help prepare the student for the workforce. AI tools can also be used to help students with cognitive disability disabilities improve their learning experiences at your agency.
(AUD: ADM, STF, TEA • PGM: CRR, PDV, TDL )
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