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Florida State Capitol, South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL

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Florida State Capitol, South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL

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Florida State Capitol, South Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL

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My meeting with Senator Corey Simon about education was energizing. There is wonderful things on the horizon for education in Florida.

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1st Annual Adult Education Summit

September 27, 2023

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Lapcae Conference featuring Proclamation from Mayor Nic Hunter, Nov. 6th, 2023

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6 CT students win Google Schoalrahips through COABE partnership

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COABE members have been able to take advantage of numerous opportunities since 2019 including Google's free digital literacy program, Applied Digital Skills, which provides real world training for use of tools and applications on computers, tablets, and mobile devices.

COABE also partnered with Google to provide 200 scholarships to adult learners for Google Career Certificates. The certificates can lead to jobs in high growth fields that provide competitive pay.

Now, we are pleased to share that Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE) has been awarded 500 Google Career Certificates for the field of adult education ( About Certificates).
Our goal is to help as many adult learners and teachers as possible access and complete the certificate(s) of choice at their own pace. We will provide a learning community of practice and will be hiring a mentor/instructor to lead this effort.

Hundreds of COABE members have applied for the mentor/instructor position which will lead the next Google scholar cohort. Please be patient as we review the applications. Contact google@coabe.org with questions.

Apply for the Google Career Certificate Scholarship

This scholarship will contribute to furthering my adult education in the field of nursing. I started taking Certified Nurse Assistance classes in the Continuing Education program of San Diego (adult education). I am currently taking a vocational nursing program in the Grossmont Health Occupations Center in Santee, CA. I am very thankful for being selected and express my complete gratitude. I look forward to serving my community as a student nurse and as a licensed vocational nurse in June of 2023. - Diana Arenas, California

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Google - Coalition on Adult Basic Education

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COABE members have been able to take advantage of numerous opportunities since 2019 including Google's free digital literacy program, Applied Digital Skills, which provides real world training for use of tools and applications on computers, tablets, and mobile devices. COABE also partnered with Google to provide 200 scholarships to adult learners for Google Career Certificates.

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Middletown Adult Education student featured on COABE's Advocast.

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COABE Podcasts – Coalition on Adult Basic Education

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The Adult Ed Advocast is adult education’s first podcast devoted to helping you become a stronger advocate for our field. In each episode, experts and experienced advocates will tackle a specific topic. You’ll hear about advocacy in various forms: social media outreach, forging partnerships, meeting with legislators, and much more! Develop your advocacy skills and become a champion for adult education.

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KATE GALLEGO, Mayor of the City of Phoenix, Arizona proclaimed September 18-22, 2023, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

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City of Yuma, AZ. Adult Education and Literacy Week 2023 proclamation issued by Mayor, Douglas J. Nicholls

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We were able to celebrate AEL Week by hosting Education Representatives from the Capital to tour and observe our amazing HiSet and ELL programs. They spoke with classes about their work and who they represent and received a tour of our campus.

We also hosted an AEL potluck/picnic for all of our amazing staff and price of admission was donating children's books to distribute to some of our ELL students to work on taking their English skills home to their children by reading them books in English.

We continue to reach out to legislation for funding and communicate regularly with our representatives.

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Huntington Beach Adult School Celebrates Medical Assistants Recognition Week. MA Day 10/18/23. These programs and so much more offered through Adult Education Providers throughout the nation.

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CT COABE Region 1 Rep & SAEF advocate on podcast

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Student Ambasadors from Middletown Adult Education meet with Mayor for Q & A as well as to accept the proclamation

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Richmond Community College hosted an AEFL Week Awareness event on campus. Students participated in a distribution of children's books, literacy activities, and a cookout.

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AB-Tech Community College hosted an AEFL Week event welcoming adult learners and their families for an evening of fellowship, games, and celebration.

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Senator Luján accepting the Legislative Champion Award

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scaleLIT - Wrapping up AEFL Week! We amplified adult education and family literacy, urging policymakers, media, and our community to join the cause. We're grateful to everyone who worked with us to make #AEFLWeek a success. Visit our blog to learn more: https://ow.ly/s2FI50PYkKC

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Representative Goldman was nominated for COABE’s prestigious Legislative Champion Award for his work to support adult learners and strengthen adult education.

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Ivy Tech Community College, West Fall Creek Parkway North Drive, Indianapolis, IN

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Ivy Tech Community College, West Fall Creek Parkway North Drive, Indianapolis, IN

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Ivy Tech Community College, West Fall Creek Parkway North Drive, Indianapolis, IN

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Congressman Mrvan (IN District 1) requested tonight’s photo after engaging with Jeanette about her future.

Jeanette, also a new COABE member, and I advocated for Adult Education which provides upskilling, FREE credentials, and wraparound services during a local Healthcare Careers Expo.

Representative Mrvan & I met previously during AEFL week in his DC office. His follow through is impressive.

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City of Prescott, AZ AEFL Week Proclamation

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Phil Goodie, Mayor of the City of Prescott, Arizona, has proclaimed the week of September 18-22, 2023 as the AEFL Week.

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Senator Todd Young, IN

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Senator Raul Grijalva, AZ

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U.S. Department of Education, Maryland Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC

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U.S. Department of Education, Maryland Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC

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U.S. Department of Education, Maryland Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC

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Bureau of International Labor Affairs, Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC

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Bureau of International Labor Affairs, Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC

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Bureau of International Labor Affairs, Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC

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Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, DC

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Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, DC

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Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, DC

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Senator Cassidy, LA Award presentation

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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WIOA and ESRA Reauthorization; specifically the Adult Education WORKS ACT and the Strengthening Research in Adult Education Act

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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Award presentation, thanking Sen. Reed for being a champion for adult education

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Rayburn House Office Building, Independence Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC

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Rayburn House Office Building, Independence Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC

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Rayburn House Office Building, Independence Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC

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Rep. Whitman being the House Republican lead on the Adult Education WORKS Act

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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Hart Senate Office Building, Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC

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Senator Alex Padilla, CA

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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 so much more! We cordially invite you to join your colleagues as we celebrate the national Adult Education and Family Literacy Week!

Due to unprecedented engagement on the COABE app for the 2023 conference, new this year, COABE members may use the COABE app leading up to and during AEFL week. Register now to get access to the app, network, hear what others are doing, and join the conversation!

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National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week - Coalition on Adult Basic Education

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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 so much more! We cordially invite you to join your colleagues as we celebrate the national Adult Education and Family Literacy Week!

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scaleLIT AEFL Week Staff Video - Adult Education Matters To Me Because...

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New Mexico ambassadors with Senator Gerald Ortiz y Pino. The ambassadors (left to right) are:

Zane Stevenson

Cruz Anaya

Samuel Gabaldon

Marisela Ortega (one of last year's ambassadors who came for part of the training to support the new ambassadors and will continue serving this year)

Senator Ortiz y Pino

Analee Herrera

Lenea Yazzie

Leah Ellis

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Rockville, MD held a breakfast for AEFL Week.

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Holmes Community College, East Fifteenth Street, Yazoo City, MS

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Holmes Community College, East Fifteenth Street, Yazoo City, MS

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Holmes Community College Adult Education Program in Mississippi celebrated AEFL week with a statewide event honoring Senator Joseph Thomas who is one of the 2023 Legislative Champions. The event included a panel discussion featuring Sabrina Moore, a former Holmes GED Student and Current HSE instructor; Jarvis Jones, a speaker, author, and counselor; Charity Bruce, interim director of economic justice for the Mississippi Center for Justice and D. Dewayne Hopson Jr., an associate attorney with Hopson Law Group. Prior to the event Senator Thomas sent in an acceptance video. He pledges to continue pushing for more funding and advocate to continue growing our workforce. Watch the full video.

This past week Sabrina Moore was interviewed by Bronwyn Robertson from the Mississippi College Board. Sabrina shared her story about her remarkable transformation from a high school dropout to becoming an adult education instructor at Holmes Community College. Watch the interview.

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Literacy New York has been celebrating Adult Literacy all month long! We rallied with adult learners at Journey's End Refugee Services in Buffalo and we challenged reading skills at Utica University's Involvement Fair. #AEFL2023 week culminated in our "Navigating the Maze of Life" event in collaboration with Literacy Volunteers of Clinton, Essex, Franklin at Rulf's Orchard. (Check out our photo!) On 9/27/23 we will close out our activities with our "Celebrate the Power of Adult Literacy" Rally at ProLiteracy headquarters in Syracuse with LiteracyCNY.

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#AEFLWEEK2023

Last night we had our first ever Family Fun Night celebrating Adult Education and Family literacy week!  Thank you to our partners:  Cowley College admissions, Cowley College Library, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Cowley County, RCB Bank, Cowley College Cheerleaders, Tank the Tiger and the Ark City Public Library.

Another big thank you to Cowley college's Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Bates for reading to the children at the event.

Students in our program and their family played cornhole, ladder toss, participated in a book walk, Listened to a story, pictures with Cowley college cheerleaders and Tank the Tiger, and finally enjoyed dinner together.  Everyone left the event with LOTS of BOOKS

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NCCCAEA Conference 2023. Conference Session: Adult Educators as Advocates provided guidance and resources on advocacy and connected attendees to COABE.

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The New York State Senate, State Street, Albany, NY

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The New York State Senate, State Street, Albany, NY

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The New York State Senate, State Street, Albany, NY

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Southwest Community College, Mountain Terrace Street, Memphis, TN

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Southwest Community College, Mountain Terrace Street, Memphis, TN

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Southwest Community College, Mountain Terrace Street, Memphis, TN

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Family Read Night on Thursday, September 21st, which was a great success. We had very few attend in the past, but starting early and advocating for the event gained us more people. We had crafts, food, and reading, Southwest Community College brought their simulation unit ( you simulate flying a plane, heart surgery, and more). The local library was on hand to sign up people for library cards and they host bingo.

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Last Saturday, we had our final event, "Navigating the Maze of Life." It was a great success and were are so grateful to NYS Senator Dan Stec for coming to our event. I was able to present him the Legislative Champion Award and he presented us with the proclamation. It was a lot of fun and we are so grateful to have had such a strong response to the week's events.

Finally, we were able to put to AEFL to rest today. Maria Huntington of OneWorkSource and Joe Campbell of Franklin, Essex, and Hamilton BOCES joined the LVCEF staff to speak with Jessica Bae, Legislative Aide, Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer. We discussed the status of Adult Education in New York and the importance of WIOA. Senator Schumer is dedicated to ensuring the advancement of Adult Education in the United States. We are grateful to all the legislators who took the time to speak with us and promised to advocate for students.

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ProLiteracy video shoot! Allison and Scott were great. Teachers and students had a blast.

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Senator Roberts award thank you video

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The mayor of Carson City, NV (Lori Bagwell) presented a proclamation to the city

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WFS Greater Dallas/Irving ISD AEL Director Delia Watley is showcased during AEFL Week.

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Delia Watley is a Louisiana girl at heart. However, she always longed to move to the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Over 20 years ago, her dream became a reality after a chance encounter in a mall. Watley met her soon-to-be boss, Sheila Fernly, who was in the process of developing a program in Irving, TX, in collaboration with the city, school district and North Lake College to help community members learn digital and technology skills. At the time, tech was exploding and for some people in the workforce, not having digital literacy skills could hinder job opportunities. The program was going to serve as a way to bridge the gap.

"We struck up a conversation in the mall - I had never met her before - and before the conversation was over, she offered me a job," says Watley. "I was her first hire."

Watley is still a part of this program, only it has evolved over time and now focuses on literacy language skills for adult learners. The Irving ISD Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) program, which is state-funded in partnership with Texas Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas, has a variety of offerings and currently serves 500 adult learners. Students can take classes, free of cost, to obtain their GED and/or citizenship, learn English and earn various workforce certifications. The city of Irving is one of the most diverse in the state of Texas, and the AEL program aims to eliminate barriers for community members. Watley is proud to serve as the Grant Program Strategist.

"Being a part of this program has been a blessing sent from God," she says. "I'm a part of something that changes lives for so many people, their families and future generations. It can end poverty and provide hope for the hopeless. It's also been a blessing getting the opportunity to work alongside my team members. We are truly a family of servants."

Watley earned her bachelor's degree from Grambling State University and continued her education at Lamar University, earning her master's degree. She can recall being told throughout her youth that she'd grow up to be a teacher, and even though that wasn't the path she pursued in college, Watley says she always had a passion for education and helping others. Through AEL, she's able to do just that.

"I am service-oriented and I believe in helping others create better lives for themselves," adds Watley. "I love what I do, so my job doesn't feel like work. It feels like home, because Irving is an extension of my home. I live in Irving, I work in Irving - this is my community."

In August, Watley became the first recipient of the Irving ISD HeartCore Award during a special presentation at Convocation. Superintendent Magda Hernandez created this award to recognize members of the Irving ISD community who have gone above and beyond and exemplify the heart of the District. For Watley, she says it was a special moment that she will never forget.

"I keep remembering how happy Superintendent Hernandez was when she called my name. She was just as excited to present me with the award," adds Watley. "For me, it validates our respect for one another, our long work history and how much I admire her. I was honored."

During the week of September 18 to 23, Texas Adult Education and Family Literacy Week is observed across the state. For Watley, it's a special time to bring awareness about the amazing opportunities AEL provides for so many. She had this to say:

"Bringing awareness to the importance of AEL is needed throughout the country. More employable citizens make for a better economy, and AEL is a big part of that. When we look at the literacy rate, especially in Texas, and how it impacts billions of dollars each year, it's important that we move these programs into areas in need to give others a chance for a better life."

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Delia Watley is a Louisiana girl at heart. However, she always longed to move to the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Over 20 years ago, her dream became a reality after a chance encounter in a mall.

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Dallas County Commissioner Dr. Elba Garcia visits Irving ISD AEL during AEFL Week.

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Let us know why #adulteducation matters to you writing Raffle Winners!
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! Thank you ALL for joining us to celebrate Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. #AEFLWeek2023 #AdultEdMatters #AdultEdWorks #EducateAndElevate

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Mayors Office Beckley West Virginia celebrating the Yellow Glasses Project

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Governor Maura Healey proclaimed September 18-22 Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in Massachusetts

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CHELSEA - Governor Maura Healey has lementary and Secondary Education Regina Robinson, Director of the Office of Adult and Community Learning Services Wyvonne Stevens-Carter visited the Intergenerational Literacy Program in Chelsea, which offers in-person and online classes in English for speakers of other languages and adult basic education classes so that participants can earn their high school equivalency. The program also has classes for preschool and school-aged children, so that parents and caregivers have child care when they attend class in person. State Officials were joined at the visit by Superintendent of Chelsea Public Schools, Dr. Almi G. Abeyta and Deputy Superintendent of Schools and Student Support at Chelsea Public Schools, Adam Deleidi. proclaimed September 18-22 Adult Education and Family Literacy Week in Massachusetts in order to highlight the incredible learning opportunities available to adult residents to help them reach their professional and personal goals through public education, at no-cost.

"The International Literacy Program is a great example of the opportunities that exist throughout the Commonwealth for adults interested in learning skills that will help them build confidence, advocate for their children, and take the next step in the workplace," Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler said. "This program takes it above and beyond, providing a new community and family for the adult learners and their children. It was a pleasure to visit the program and hear from students and staff members about all the incredible work they are doing there."

Public Adult Education of Massachusetts, part of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, runs Massachusetts adult education and family literacy programs. Adult education classes serve adults who need to improve their basic literacy and math skills, improve their oral and written English, obtain a high school equivalency degree, and prepare for postsecondary education or training.

Family literacy programs serve parents and their young children, teaching foundational skills, English as a second language, and parenting skills to adults while their children are provided high quality instruction. These programs are focused on breaking cycles of low literacy, low education, and poverty.

Public Adult Education of Massachusetts uses federal and state grants to fund a broad network of education providers and programs, including local school systems, community-based agencies, community colleges, libraries, volunteer organizations, correctional facilities, and others.

"The adult education team at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education likes to say that our goal is to bridge the gap between living and learning and put opportunity within people's reach," Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley said. "Today we're celebrating all the agencies and students who build that bridge."

For more information about Public Adult Education of Massachusetts, including free high school equivalency testing, see

"Adult education and family literacy programs throughout the state offer participants a critical path to make a difference for themselves, their families, and their community," Governor Maura Healey said. "I hope more people will become aware of these opportunities and choose to enroll."

"Adult learners are among the most courageous and persevering students in the Commonwealth's classrooms," Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll said. "It's a pleasure to recognize them and the programs that serve them and their families this week."

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Massachusetts Celebrates Adult Education and Family Literacy Week

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Healey-Driscoll Administration Officials Visit Adult Learning Center in Chelsea

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Local Literacy night co-sponsored by Head Start / Early Head Start and Adult Education. Event included guest readers, CT Story Tellers, snacks, games, and family fun.

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The Aleutian and Pribilof Islands Adult Education Program celebrated AEFL week this year by sending our students a Literacy Pack prior to the start of this event last week. Our students received their packs on the first day of the celebration, and told us how much they enjoyed receiving something in the mail that was not a bill 😆 The enclosed, personalized letter and book of motivational quotes made them feel encouraged and supported in their journey for a better future.

We also planned a series of virtual event each day including story time, a book club, and paint and sip session.

We are so grateful for this opportunity to work with our adult learners in the Aleutian and Pribilof Islands Alaska, and hope they enjoyed this week as much as we did!

- Tasneem Muhammad
Adult Education Instructor
Aleutiana and Pribilof Islands (API) Program
SERRC, Alaska.

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AEFL Week Proclamation from Cuyahoga County Executive, Chris Ronayne, Cuyahoga County, OH

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AEFL Week Proclamation from Cuyahoga County Executive, Chris Ronayne, Cuyahoga County, OH

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We transform lives and strengthen our community through adult basic education classes in GED and ESL.

Approximately 1,400 students per year are served at JCAE’s six program centers located throughout Johnson County. Students receive instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education, and GED® preparation and high school diploma completion.

This week we continue in celebrating our students' successes and the opportunities available to those involved in our program. Whether it is attaining their high school diploma, learning English, or acquiring a better job, we are here every step of their journey.

In celebration of AEFL Week, we serve as a voice of advocacy to our community on the importance of adult education and literacy, both socially and economically.

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Johnson County Adult Education - abe/ged/esl

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Johnson County Adult Education - abe/ged/esl, Overland Park, Kansas. 330 likes · 19 talking about this · 3 were here. We transform lives and strengthen our community through adult basic education…

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Sutter County Adult Ed, Klamath Lane, Yuba City, CA

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Sutter County Adult Ed, Klamath Lane, Yuba City, CA

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Sutter County Adult Ed, Klamath Lane, Yuba City, CA

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Assistant Superintendent of Career and Adult Education promoting Adult Education on the radio, 103.1

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Adult Education Section Staff and Adult Education Directors from across Arkansas celebrate Adult Education and Family Literacy Week sharing the proclamation that Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders issued.

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Students visit employers during the NWACC Adult Education's Open House Pop-Up Job Fair.

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Benton County Judge Barry Moehring presents a certificate proclaiming Adult Education and Literacy Week to NWACC Adult Education’s Vickey Gamez, Ben Aldama, Viktoria Nelson and Dakota Shelton.

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Representative Carol Dalby, Legislative Champion 

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Pam Warren, Adult Education Director U of A Hope Texarkana, Marsha Taylor, AALRC Director, and Dianne Doyle, AR High School Equivalency Director present Representative Carol Dalby the 2023 Legislative Champion Award in Texarkana.

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Representative Les Warren, Legislative Champion

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Nancy Leonhardt, Adult Learning Alliance Executive Director and Marsha Taylor, AALRC Director presenting Representative Les Warren with a Legislative Champion Award.

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The Literacy Center of West Michigan celebrates Senator Glanville's COABE Legislative Champion Award

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Please join us in congratulating Rep. Carol Glanville on being named one of Coalition on Adult Basic Education 's Legislative Champions!

Rep. Glanville has a long history of support for adult literacy. A fluent Spanish speaker, Glanville was a high school Spanish teacher before becoming an adult ESL instructor with our Family Literacy Program. As Chair of the Higher Education committee, Rep. Glanville supported Governor Whitmer's establishment of the Michigan Department of Lif... elong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP). She has also partnered with our staff to help connect adult educators with further state resources for adult education. We were honored to present Rep. Glanville with her award Monday afternoon - just in time for Adult Education & Family Literacy Week (AEFL).

The goal of AEFL is to raise public awareness of the deeply transformative power of literacy as a catalyst for prosperity - for both the economy and individual families. We look forward to sharing a few more exciting updates for AEFL - stay tuned!

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Please join us in congratulating Rep. Carol Glanville on being named one of Coalition on Adult Basic Education 's Legislative Champions! Rep. Glanville has a long history of support for adult literacy. A fluent Spanish speaker, Glanville was a high school Spanish teacher before becoming an adult ESL instructor with our Family Literacy Program.

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HutchCC Adult Ed Center is ready to help! We have held AEFLA week activities all week and joined in to the Hutch Third Thursday community event to boost awareness of our program and support others.

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Log into Facebook to start sharing and connecting with your friends, family, and people you know.

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Atlanta Public Schools Adult Education Program hosted a forum for the 14 districts in Georgia for AEFL week. After an overview of COABE, three adult learners were invited to share their journey: Christopher Hill Jr the 2023 Ambassador/Graduate, Gaelle Petit-Homme the 2023 Eagle Candidate/Graduate, and Mrs. Sarah Roberts our 2013-2014 Eagle Candidate/Graduate. Kyra Reed, field representative for Congresswoman Lucy McBath, was moved by the adult learner stories, and would be taking all the information back to share.

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Chesapeake College, College Circle, Wye Mills, Maryland

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Chesapeake College, College Circle, Wye Mills, Maryland

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Chesapeake College, College Circle, Wye Mills, Maryland

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FY 2024 MD LABOR VTI and AEFL Week _ Daily Newsletter Glimpse 20230920

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Cuyahoga community college, Community College Avenue, Cleveland, OH

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Cuyahoga Community College, Community College Avenue, Cleveland, OH

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Cuyahoga Community College, Community College Avenue, Cleveland, OH

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October Orientations are Open!!
Learners can start their journey at Cuyahoga Community College: Where futures begin!
Whether you are seeking a high school diploma or High School Equivalency (GED® Test Preparation) diploma, want to improve your English (ESOL) or are preparing for a job, college, or training, you can count on Tri-C Options for Adults to assist you with our free services.
Our classes are close to home and accessible for adult learners on campus and in the community.

https://www.tri-c.edu/ohio-options-for-adults/index.html

#AEFL #AEFL2023 #COABE

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Beyond Literacy had the pleasure of celebrating #aeflweek2023 through advocacy. Our gratitude to Senator Christine Tartaglione for fighting for family-sustaining wages for PA's workers. We were honored to introduce her to Dominique, one of our clean energy pre-apprentices - a program made possible thanks to the Senator's support.🙌 #communitychampion

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Workforce solutions, South Sylvania Avenue, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, TX

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The Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott shares in our desire to put a spotlight on Adult Education and Literacy. Last week he issued a Proclamation recognizing September 18-23rd as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. 🎉

AEL is important to us in #tarrantcounty, we believe it's never too late to get an education and it is our mission to help you succeed.

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Richmond Community College, Hamlet Avenue, Hamlet, NC

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Richmond Community College, Hamlet Avenue, Hamlet, NC

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Richmond Community College, Hamlet Avenue, Hamlet, NC

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Adult Education changes lives, fills jobs, strengthens communities, and is a catalyst for economic stability.
#aeflweek2023 #aefl #coabe #adulteducation

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25th Ward Aldermanic Office, West Cermak Road, Chicago, IL

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25th Ward Aldermanic Office, West Cermak Road, Chicago, IL

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25th Ward Aldermanic Office, West Cermak Road, Chicago, IL

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The celebration continues this AEFL Week with 25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-López! Thank you, Alderman, for your commitment to family literacy, creating real dialogue in our community and supporting this critical need - this week and every week.

#AEFLWeek2023 #AdultEducation #FamilyLiteracy #AEFL #AdultEdMatters

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The celebration continues this AEFL Week with 25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-López! Thank you, Alderman, for your commitment to family literacy, creating real...

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Alamance Community College, Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC

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Alamance Community College, Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC

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Alamance Community College, Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC

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Today we did a Pre-Kick off to AEFL week. We educated, elevated, and celebrated! A great combination of ACC staff, community partners, students, and special guests. #COABE #AEFL #adulteducation #englishlanguagelearners #alamancecommunitycollege
#advocate #communitypartnerships

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Seeds of Literacy, West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH

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Seeds of Literacy, West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH

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Seeds of Literacy, West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH

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Seeds of Literacy
@seedsofliteracy

A mother's reading level is the No.1 predictor (more than neighborhood or socio-economic status) of her child's academic success. This Adult Education & Family Literacy week, commit to helping Seeds #TeachtheParentReachtheChild:https://buff.ly/3qUw1uV

#AEFL #AEFL2023 #COABE

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High School District 214 Community Education, South Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights, IL

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High School District 214 Community Education, South Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights, IL

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High School District 214 Community Education, South Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights, IL

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It's National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week! Did you know? This year, we’ve had more than 1,100 adult learners attend Adult Education classes!
Read about Alex Mendoza’s inspiring journey to earning his GED: http://d214.org/aeflged #aefl #literacy

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Workforce solutions, South Sylvania Avenue, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, TX

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Workforce solutions, South Sylvania Avenue, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, TX

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Workforce solutions, South Sylvania Avenue, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, TX

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#WSTC is excited to announce that both the nominees we submitted for the

@TXWorkforce 2024 AEL Scholar of the Year were selected! Only six were selected in the state and two are from Tarrant County!  Congratulations Melanie and Ryan! #AEFL @FortWorthISD

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Office of the City Clerk, N La Salle St, Chicago, IL

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Office of the City Clerk, N La Salle St, Chicago, IL

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Office of the City Clerk, N La Salle St, Chicago, IL

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It's officially #AEFLWeek!

To kick off this week of advocacy, we're sharing a special message from Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia on why she supports adult education and family literacy programs for all. 

#AEFLweek #adulteducaiton #familyliteracy #AEFL #AdultEdMatters

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It's officially #AEFLWeek!

To kick off this week of advocacy, we're sharing a special message from Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia on why she supports adult education and family literacy programs for all. 

#AEFLweek #adulteducaiton #familyliteracy #AEFL #AdultEdMatters https://t.co/Ay3QOHW03g

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It's officially #AEFLWeek!

To kick off this week of advocacy, we're sharing a special message from Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia on why she supports adult education and family literacy programs for all. #AEFLweek #adulteducaiton #familyliteracy #AEFL #AdultEdMatters pic.twitter.com/Ay3QOHW03g
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It's officially #AEFLWeek!

To kick off this week of advocacy, we're sharing a special message from Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia on why she supports adult education and family literacy programs for all. 

#AEFLweek #adulteducaiton #familyliteracy #AEFL #AdultEdMatters https://t.co/Ay3QOHW03g

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It's officially #AEFLWeek!

To kick off this week of advocacy, we're sharing a special message from Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia on why she supports adult education and family literacy programs for all. 

#AEFLweek #adulteducaiton #familyliteracy #AEFL #AdultEdMatters https://t.co/Ay3QOHW03g

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It's officially #AEFLWeek!

To kick off this week of advocacy, we're sharing a special message from Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia on why she supports adult education and family literacy programs for all. 

#AEFLweek #adulteducaiton #familyliteracy #AEFL #AdultEdMatters

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Arizona's 7th Congressional District, AZ

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Arizona's 7th Congressional District, AZ

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Arizona's 7th Congressional District, AZ

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Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Thank you @COABEHQ for honoring me with the legislative champion award!

I’ll continue to support efforts that enable adult education. These programs are the bedrock of education for working people and adults to learn, grow and transition into the next chapter of their lives.

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Sabrina's story is a powerful example of how adult education has a profound impact on individuals & their families. Adult education can break the cycle of poverty & empower individuals to improve their lives.⁦

@COABEHQ⁦

@SkillUP_MS

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RI Department of Education, Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island

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RI Department of Education, Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island

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RI Department of Education, Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island

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#DYK that 92% of jobs require digital literacy skills, but 28M adults in the US lack them? In 2022, 800+ RI adult learners participated in digital skills programming through our AdultEd Partners. Learn more at http://enrollri.org/adulted

@COABEHQ

#PreKThroughLife #AEFL2023 #COABE2023

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RI Department of Education, Westminster Street, Providence, RI

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RI Department of Education, Westminster Street, Providence, RI

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RI Department of Education, Westminster Street, Providence, RI

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RI Department of Education on Instagram: "In honor of Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, RIDE is proud to introduce Doug Norris as the 2023 Rhode Island Adult Educator of the Year! Doug has been an ESOL instructor at the @providencepubliclibrary (PPL)’s Rhode Island Family Literacy Initiative for over ten years, during which time he has helped hundreds of adult learners develop their English language skills to help them meet their personal and professional goals.

Educators like Doug are at the heart of adult education in Rhode Island. In the spring 2023 statewide student satisfaction survey, over 500 students indicated that the support from their instructors was the best part of their adult education experience. Thank you to Doug and all of our outstanding adult educators!

To learn more about RIDE-funded Adult Education programs across the state and to pre-register for Adult Education, ESOL, Job Skills Training, High School Certificate/GED, and Citizenship classes, visit EnrollRI.org/adulted.

#PREKthroughLIFE @COABEHQ #COABEontheHill2023 #COABE2023 #AdultEdu2023 #AdultEdLiteracyWeek #AEFL2023"

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27 likes, 1 comments - ridepted on September 20, 2023: "In honor of Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, RIDE is proud to introduce Doug Norris as t..."

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Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island, Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI

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Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island, Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI

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Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island, Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI

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Dorcas International on Instagram: "Celebrating Adult Education and Family Literacy Week! At Dorcas International, we're passionate about empowering adults through education. Every year, we have the privilege of teaching and transforming the lives of hundreds in our community.
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#AEFL2023 #AEFLWeek2023 #AdultEducation #education #nonprofit #AdultLiteracyWeek"

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15 likes, 0 comments - dorcasinternational on September 20, 2023: "Celebrating Adult Education and Family Literacy Week! At Dorcas International, we're passionate a..."

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Literacy KC, Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO

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Literacy KC, Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO

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Literacy KC, Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO

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Literacy KC on Instagram: "Education is the beacon that guides us. 

At Literacy KC, we understand the immense value of adult education and family literacy, and it's at the core of our mission to drive change. These numbers capture the impact we've made together, one student at a time. 

Join us in celebrating the power of education and the journey toward a brighter future! Together, we are lighting up the path to a better tomorrow. 🌟

@coabehq #aeflweek"

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8 likes, 1 comments - literacykc on September 21, 2023: "Education is the beacon that guides us. 

At Literacy KC, we understand the immense value of adul..."

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Windsor Adult Education, Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT

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Windsor Adult Education, Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT

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Windsor Adult Education, Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT

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Windsor Adult Education on Instagram: "Mayor Donald Trinks presenting Adult Education and Family Literacy Proclamation!"

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7 likes, 1 comments - windsor.adult.education on September 21, 2023: "Mayor Donald Trinks presenting Adult Education and Family Literacy Proclamation!"

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Killingly Public Library, Westcott Road, Danielson, CT

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Killingly Public Library, Westcott Road, Danielson, CT

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Killingly Public Library, Westcott Road, Danielson, CT

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EASTCONN Head Start on Instagram: "We had a blast hosting tonight’s #aeflweek2023 literacy event at @killinglypubliclibrary in collaboration with @eastconn_adult_programs and @connecticutstorytellingcenter. Peg Donovan delighted families with her spirited reading of “Strega Nona” and her little dog, Buster! 💫📚🍝✨🐶 @coabehq @theyellowglassesproject #shinebrighter"

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5 likes, 0 comments - eastconn_headstart on September 21, 2023: "We had a blast hosting tonight’s #aeflweek2023 literacy event at @killinglypubliclibrary in col..."

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Perry County Literacy Council, South 5th Street, Newport, PA

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Perry County Literacy Council, South 5th Street, Newport, PA

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Perry County Literacy Council, South 5th Street, Newport, PA

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Here is a story from Nicole, a student at Perry County Literacy Council . Reading personal success stories help students see a possible glimpse into their future. These stories help remind us why we are in adult education.

Submit your own adult education success story today!

https://paacesite.org/Success-Stories

Coalition on Adult Basic Education

Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1noL9Rrm9dU&t=9s

#AEFLWEEK2023 #AdultEd #COABE #AdultEdu

#education #advocacy

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The kind words of encouragement from Executive Director Emeritus Kathleen Bentley gave Nicole Eckert the confidence she needed to press forward toward her goals. A mother and recovering addict, Nicole praises PCLC for believing in her when she didn't even believe in herself.

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Lewis and Clark Community College Benjamin Godfrey Campus, Godfrey Road, Godfrey, IL

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Lewis and Clark Community College Benjamin Godfrey Campus, Godfrey Road, Godfrey, IL

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Lewis and Clark Community College Benjamin Godfrey Campus, Godfrey Road, Godfrey, IL

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Day 4 of celebrating #AdultEducation over here Lewis and Clark Community College and we are shouting from the campus that we LOVE our #AdultEd Students!! Coalition on Adult Basic Education #COABEontheHill2023 #COABE2023 #AdultEdu2023 #AdultEdLiteracyWeek #AEFL2023

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River Parishes Community College Westside Campus, Tenant Road, Plaquemine, LA

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River Parishes Community College Westside Campus, Tenant Road, Plaquemine, LA

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River Parishes Community College Westside Campus, Tenant Road, Plaquemine, LA

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Adult Education Week | Asking our Adult Education students from our Westside campus what they love the most about our Adult Ed program at RPCC! We love their answers! 💙... | By River Parishes Community College | Facebook

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Asking our Adult Education students from our Westside campus what they love the most about our Adult Ed program at RPCC! We love their answers! 💙...

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PAACE hosted a webinar where you could hear a success story straight from an adult learner, Auria Bradley.

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Adult Learner Spotlight

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Nebraska Adult Education ran a social media campaign for AEFL week.

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The Los Alamos Daily Post published NMHED's press release for AEFL Week!

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New Mexico Celebrates National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week

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Teresa Leger Fernández and State Rep. received the coalition's Legislative Champion Award for their distinguished leadership and support for adult education. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez received awards in

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Here is New Mexico's Gubernatorial Proclamation for AEFL Week!

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091423 Proclamation Adult Education and Family Literacy Week

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On Tuesday September 19th the Atlanta Public Schools Adult Education Program hosted a forum for the 14 districts in Georgia although two participants, the Senator’s representative was ill but promised he would come by next week and meet with me as well as take a tour of the building.  We were honored to have Dr. Mary Gaston attend and do the overview of COABE.  Also invited three of our adult learners to share their journey: Christopher Hill Jr the 2023 Ambassador/Graduate, Gaelle Petit-Homme the 2023 Eagle Candidate/Graduate, and Mrs. Sarah Roberts our 2013-2014 Eagle Candidate/Graduate. Mr. Sheri Render our interim program administrator gave the overview of our program.  Kyra Reed, field representative from U.S. Representative Lucy McBath informed us that she would be taking all of the information back as well as she was moved by the adult learners stories.

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On Tuesday September 19th the Atlanta Public Schools Adult Education Program hosted a forum for the 14 districts in Georgia although two participants, the Senator’s representative was ill but promised he would come by next week and meet with me as well as take a tour of the building.  We were honored to have Dr. Mary Gaston attend and do the overview of COABE.  Also invited three of our adult learners to share their journey: Christopher Hill Jr the 2023 Ambassador/Graduate, Gaelle Petit-Homme the 2023 Eagle Candidate/Graduate, and Mrs. Sarah Roberts our 2013-2014 Eagle Candidate/Graduate. Mr. Sheri Render our interim program administrator gave the overview of our program.  Kyra Reed, field representative from U.S. Representative Lucy McBath informed us that she would be taking all of the information back as well as she was moved by the adult learners stories.

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COABE 2023 Legislative Champion
Governor Jim Justice of West Virginia

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COABE 2023 Legislative Champion
Governor Jim Justice of West Virginia

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COABE 2023 Legislative Champion
Senator Rollan Roberts of West Virginia

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COABE 2023 Legislative Champion
Senator Rollan Roberts of West Virginia

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COABE 2023 Legislative Champion Senator Shane Massey of South Carolina

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COABE 2023 Legislative Champion Senator Shane Massey of South Carolina