Engaging and Motivating Today’s Adult Learners
Hosted by ABC Adult School
Today’s adult education classrooms are welcoming a growing number of younger learners whose high‑school years were impacted by pandemic‑era disruptions. This three‑hour workshop equips educators with practical, evidence‑based strategies for engaging today's adult learners. Drawing on CALPRO’s motivation and persistence for adult learners training, participants will explore how to set clear and high expectations, build trust through social‑emotional learning, support goal setting and self‑management, and design student-centered learning experiences that engage all students.
The session also highlights active learning approaches—such as providing autonomy, collaborative learning, and contextualized instruction—that resonate strongly with today’s learners with varied needs. Educators will leave with ready‑to‑use strategies to motivate, connect with, and support all students in their classrooms.
Registration Information:
This tailored regional CoP is designed for the staff and teachers at ABC Adult School. Registration through the school is required.
There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.
Engaging and Motivating Today’s Adult Learners
Hosted by the San Joaquin Adult Education Consortium
Today’s adult education classrooms are welcoming a growing number of younger learners whose high‑school years were impacted by pandemic‑era disruptions. This two‑hour workshop equips educators with practical, evidence‑based strategies for engaging today's adult learners. Drawing on CALPRO’s motivation and persistence for adult learners training, participants will explore how to set clear and high expectations, build trust through social‑emotional learning, support goal setting and self‑management, and design student-centered learning experiences that engage all students.
The session also highlights active learning approaches—such as collaborative learning and contextualized instruction—that resonate strongly with today’s learners with varied needs. Educators will leave with ready‑to‑use strategies to motivate, connect with, and support all students in their classrooms.
Registration Information:
This tailored regional CoP is designed for the staff and teachers within the San Joaquin Adult Education Consortium. Registration through the consortium is required.
There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.
Supporting Student Transitions to Postsecondary Education & the Workforce
Hosted by the Ventura County Adult Education Consortium The goal of this CoP is to support adult learners’ postsecondary and workforce transitions bybuilding consortia and adult education program staff’s capacity to implement evidence-based practices that facilitate transitions.identifying ways to enhance support services, program structures, and local partnerships. prioritizing improvement actions and identifying challenges and solutions for implementation.Location: Oxnard Adult School at 1800 Solar Drive, OxnardTime: 1:00pm - 3:00pmRegistration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the members of the Ventura County Adult Education Consortium. There is no registration fee to participate; CALPRO professional development opportunities are available to all California Adult Education Program (CAEP) agencies and employees.
Admin Forum: Practical Approaches for Leadership Success in Times of Change
Title: Practical Approaches for Leadership Success In Times of ChangeDate: Wednesday, November 19, 2025Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Dr. Cherise Moore, CALPRO Senior Administrative Leadership Trainer/AdvisorElevate your leadership with practical strategies to navigate change. As the adult education landscape evolves, administrators need actionable tools to effectively manage changes that occur at a rapid and often challenging pace. This administrator's forum webinar will provide proven approaches for adult education leaders to foster genuine resilience, manage complex transitions effectively, and consistently drive success for programs and students, amidst any uncertainty.
Supporting Adult Learner Transitions to Postsecondary Education & the Workforce
Hosted by the Central Valley Mother Lode Regional Consortium (Designed for member community colleges and adult education consortia in the Central Valley)The goal of this CoP is to support adult learners’ postsecondary and workforce transitions bybuilding adult education consortia and program staff’s capacity to implement evidence-based practices that facilitate learner transitions.identifying ways to enhance support services, program structures, and regional partnerships. prioritizing improvement actions and identifying challenges and solutions for implementation.Registration Information:This tailored regional CoP is designed for the members of the following adult education consortia: Kern Adult Education ConsortiumMerced Gateway Adult Education NetworkDelta Sierra Adult Education AllianceSequoias Adult Education ConsortiumState Center Adult Education ConsortiumWest Hills Adult Education ConsortiumWest Kern Adult Education ConsortiumStanislaus Mother Lode (Yosemite) Adult Education ConsortiumThere is no registration fee to participate.
Admin Forum: Forecast: Unknown. Strategy: Strong. Budget Planning When Answers Are TBD
Description: This practical webinar to explore strategies for budgeting when the path ahead is anything but certain. We’ll talk through real‑world decision‑making approaches, ways to stay flexible without losing your footing, and how to plan with confidence even when the numbers are still in flux. If you want tools that help you stay calm, strategic, and maybe even a little inspired during budget season—this session is for you.Presenter: Steve Curiel