CAEP
Annual Plan

Produced: Aug 18, 2025, 03:18 PM UTC - By Michael Peterson

46 About Students Regional Consortium, Riverside
CONSORTIUM APPROVED

2025-26

Plans & Goals

Executive Summary

The Riverside About Students Regional Consortium (RASRC) serves adult learners across western Riverside County and includes seven K–12 adult education programs and the Riverside Community College District. Member agencies are Alvord Adult School, Corona-Norco Adult Education, Jurupa Adult School, Moreno Valley Community Adult School, Riverside Adult School, Val Verde Adult School, the Riverside County Office of Education – Desert Edge School, and Riverside Community College District (RCCD). Together, they deliver essential educational services to support adult learners in gaining literacy, credentials, and employment.

The Riverside About Students Regional Consortium serves a broad and diverse range of adult learners, with a strong focus on populations facing significant educational and economic barriers. Current programs support individuals with limited English proficiency, low literacy skills, and those without a high school diploma. Services also extend to foreign-born residents and refugees, under-represented minority populations, and individuals living near or below the poverty line. The consortium actively supports unemployed adults, veterans, and individuals seeking to upskill for better employment opportunities. Additional targeted efforts reach adults over the age of 50, disconnected youth, and individuals who are incarcerated or formerly incarcerated. These efforts reflect the consortium’s commitment to equitable access and inclusive support for all learners across the region.

Development of the 2025–2028 Three-Year Plan was a collaborative process, engaging all member agencies and multiple regional stakeholders. The consortium conducted a comprehensive Needs Assessment using labor market analysis, CAEP and student performance data, regional demographics, over 1,200 student surveys, and consultations with educators, workforce partners, and community-based organizations. This input ensured the plan reflects local needs and student goals.

The assessment confirmed several key challenges to address over the next three years. These include the need for clearer pathways from adult education to college and employment; more career counseling, transition support, and digital skills training; and increased enrollment and outcomes in Adult Basic Education (ABE) programs. The consortium also prioritized expanding professional development for instructors focused on emerging technology and workforce-aligned instruction. Strengthened partnerships with employers, community organizations, and workforce agencies are needed to better align training with labor market needs. Additionally, members emphasized the importance of creating culturally responsive learning environments, increasing bilingual workforce training, and ensuring access to financial and support services for underserved populations.


Objective 1 – Address Educational NeedsMembers will expand access to ESL, ABE, and ASE instruction; integrate digital literacy across programs; and grow short-term CTE training aligned with local job markets. Sample activities include: Riverside Adult School’s new foundational math and tech series; Moreno Valley Community Adult School’s  new ESL medical pathway, medical terminology and medical math classes  workshops; and Alvord Adult School’s healthcare-focused CTE expansion.

Objective 2 – Improve Integration of Services and Transitions Efforts will include shared staffing, embedded counseling, formal MOUs, and coordination with RCCD and workforce agencies to support smoother transitions. Sample activities include: Corona-Norco Adult Education’s onboarding workshops; Jurupa Adult School’s cross-agency alignment meetings; RCCD’s college advisors serving adult school students; and RCOE Desert Edge School’s integrated transition planning for reentry learners.

Objective 3 – Improve Effectiveness of ServicesMembers will enhance instructional quality through regional PLCs, coaching, shared PD, and data-informed improvement strategies. Sample activities include: Val Verde Adult School’s PLC on curriculum alignment; Riverside Adult School’s coaching for mixed-level classrooms; and quarterly consortium-wide data reviews to monitor persistence and completions.


Plans & Goals

How (if at all) do the consortium’s previous program year goals differ from the current year’s goals?

Goals have changed or new goals have emerged for the upcoming year

Why have the consortium’s goals changed for the upcoming year?

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How much progress did the consortium make towards its previous program year goals?

A good deal of progress - most goals were met

The Riverside ABOUT STUDENTS members made significant progress toward our previous program years goals by exploring a wide range of strategies to increase student enrollment. Through thorough discussion and consensus, we identified five strategies deemed most appropriate and feasible within their school contexts. Members recognized that a single strategy would be sufficient; rather, a combination of approaches was necessary to boost enrollment.

To support this effort, the consortium reconvened the data team to align members’ reporting practices and processes. The data team ensured that all consortium members shared a common understanding of data collection methods and reporting definitions. 

The Riverside ABOUT STUDENTS consortium also had great success hosting its annual Professional Development Day, an event dedicated to supporting students by equipping teachers, support staff and administrators with the tools for success. The day featured workshops from CALPRO, OTAN, CASAS, and CAEP/TAP as well as staff and teachers from the consortium schools to the 150+ attendees.

Additionally, the consortium strengthened its collaboration with local businesses and Chamber of Commerce, RWDB, EDD, by involving them in events and engaging in regular monthly activities to encourage referrals and community support.  

The consortium continued to explore and expand opportunities to support students in the workforce preparation and K-12 success. As of June 2023, all consortium members except Riverside Community College District had been recipients of WIOA (federal funding). However, effective July 1, 2023, Riverside Community College District also began receiving federal funding, aligning all members under WIOA funding. With the need of CTE Expansion and limited funding, the consortium actively pursued additional resources to meet students' regional needs. As a result, six members secured an ELL Healthcare Pathway grant to expand healthcare related CTE programs. 

What barriers did the consortium face in making progress towards its previous program year goals?

The ABOUT STUDENTS Consortium made tremendous amounts of progress following the aftermath of the pandemic; however, several barriers continued to impact the achievement of the previous program year goals. One of the primary challenges was increasing student enrollment while simultaneously reshaping programs to ensure they remained effective in a post-pandemic landscape. 

Consortium members faced staffing shortages that limited program capacity and delayed the implementation of new or expanded services. Additionally, technology gaps both in access and digital literacy posed significant challenges for students and staff, especially as many programs continued to integrate online and hybrid instruction. Re-engaging students who had disengaged during the pandemic, adjusting to evolving community needs required time, flexibility and targeted support. 

Despite these challenges, the consortium remained committed to innovation and collaboration, taking strategic steps to overcome these barriers and move closer to its long-term goals. 

The consortium continued to explore and expand opportunities to support students in the workforce preparation and K-12 success. As of June 2023, all consortium members except Riverside Community College District had been recipients of WIOA (federal funding). However, effective July 1, 2023 Riverside Community College District also began receiving federal funding, aligning all members under WIOA funding. With the need of CTE Expansion and limited funding , the consortium actively pursued additional resources to meet students' regional needs. As a result, six members secured an ELL Healthcare Pathway grant to expand healthcare related CTE programs. 


What are the goals for the consortium for the current program year?

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How will the consortium measure progress towards the goals set for the current program year?

The Riverside ABOUT STUDENTS Consortium will measure progress towards goals set for the current program year by cross-agency data coordination, expanding the use of disaggregated data, and strengthening continuous feedback loops with students and community partners. 

Assessment

Regional Needs Assessment

Please identify the categories of needs in your region.

Please identify resources used to identify these gaps.

The ABOUT STUDENTS Consortium will measure effectiveness/ progress toward meeting the needs with effectiveness through a combination of Regional Labor Market and Demographic Data, Consortium member Institutional Data and Stakeholder and Community Needs Surveys. 

To ensure effective/progress toward meeting the needs, we will: 

  • Track outcomes against baseline data to access measurable growth or improvement.

  • Discuss data trends, challenges and areas for improvement at monthly consortium meetings. 

  • Review regional data and fiscal reports to evaluate how well resources are being used toward strategic priorities.  


The consortium’s current offerings meet a substantial portion of the needs identified in the assessment phase of the Three-Year Planning phase. The strengths include robust ESL and ASE offerings, the high enrollment in these areas matches identified needs, particularly the amount foreign born adults and those without a diploma. Strong ABE Foundation-Programs serve thousands of learners annually, helping to build the basic skills needed for employment and transition to secondary education. Lastly, Flexible Instructional Access- Multiple scheduling options and expanded hybrid instruction address access issues for working adults and parents.

However, significant gaps persist in several areas: 


  • CTE Program Gaps and Capacity Limits – While CTE programs are growing, many high-demand sectors, such as CDL, medical assisting, and construction, lack sufficient training pathways or credentials. The number of students receiving individualized career services is disproportionately low compared to CTE enrollment, with only 280 out of 983 CTE students receiving such services.

  • Insufficient Transition Services – Only 3% of adult learners transitioned into postsecondary education or training, underscoring the need for more structured transition pathways, articulation agreements, and case-managed support.

Technology Integration and Digital Skills – Although CASAS e-testing and digital instruction are expanding, some sites still lack sufficient infrastructure, and student digital literacy remains a barrier to full participation.

Activities & Outcomes

Objective #1: Address Educational Needs

Development and Enhancement of CTE

THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28

Consortium members (Alvord Adult School, CNUSD, MVCAS, RCCD, RCOE Desert Edge, Riverside Adult School, Val Verde Adult School) will develop and expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways in regional high-demand sectors such as healthcare, logistics, automotive, and manufacturing. Activities include creating new courses, integrating industry certifications, and establishing articulation agreements with community colleges for seamless transitions. 

Key deliverables include expanded course offerings, formal articulation agreements, and increased student completions.

This activity supports the CAEP objective "Address Educational Needs" by providing clear, direct pathways to employment and higher education. Within one year, enrollment and completion rates in CTE programs are expected to rise by 5%. Within three years, outcomes will include higher student transition rates to employment or higher education, and establishment of at least five new articulation agreements. Long-term outcomes target sustained employment in high-wage careers for graduates. 

This activity addresses student barriers like Long Term Unemployed, Low Income, Single Parent, and Adults with Disabilities, contributing directly to metrics including:

  • Participants
  • Reportable Individuals
  • CTE
  • Transition to CTE
  • Postsecondary Credential

Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers

  • All: Participants (202AE)
  • All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
  • Progress: Completed Educational Functioning Level Gain (400AE)
  • Student Barriers: English Language Learner (149AE)
  • Student Barriers: Low Income (154AE)
  • Student Barriers: Low Literacy (155AE)
  • Students and Programs: Adult Basic Education (1001)
  • Students and Programs: Adult Secondary Education (1000)
  • Students and Programs: Career Technical Education (1003)
  • Students and Programs: English as a Secondary Language (1002)
  • Success: Diploma, GED or High School Equivalency (633AE)
  • Success: Postsecondary Credential (624AE)
  • Transition: Transitioned to CTE (636AE)

Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date

Responsible PositionResponsible MemberProposed Completion Date
Luis MedinaAlvord Unified06/30/2028
Thoibi RublaitusCorona-Norco Unified06/30/2028
Elsa MaganaMoreno Valley Unified06/30/2028
Rachel BramlettRiverside Unified06/30/2028
Michael PetersonRiverside CCD06/30/2028
Nicole Ramirez, Arthur KimballRiverside Co. Office of Education06/30/2028
John ParkerVal Verde Unified06/30/2028

Objective #2: Improve Integration of Services & Transitions

Transitions to Postsecondary Education, Workforce

THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28

Consortium members (CNUSD, MVCAS, RCCD, Riverside Adult School, and RCOE Desert Edge) will significantly enhance transition services for students moving from adult education into postsecondary programs and employment. Dedicated Educational Advisors and counselors from RCCD colleges and member adult schools will provide individualized support, including academic advising, financial aid assistance, and career exploration services. Additionally, dual enrollment agreements and articulated pathways will be developed with local colleges to streamline transitions and reduce barriers to postsecondary education.

Key deliverables include increased advising hours, structured transition workshops (e.g., FAFSA, Dream Act), and formalized dual enrollment partnerships. 

This activity directly advances CAEP’s objective of integrating services and transitions by establishing clear, supported pathways. 

Short-term outcomes within one year will include at least one new dual enrollment partnership and increased student participation (5–10%) in advising services. Intermediate outcomes (1–3 years) will see measurable improvements in student transition rates to college and employment, increased college enrollments, and higher credential completion. In the long term (4–5 years), sustained improvements in educational attainment and economic mobility are anticipated. 

This comprehensive activity addresses student barriers such as Low Income, English Language Learners, Long Term Unemployed, and Adults with Disabilities, contributing significantly to metrics such as:

  • Participants
  • Reportable Individuals
  • Transition to CTE
  • Transition to Non-Developmental Credit College Course
  • Postsecondary Credential
  • Diploma, GED, or Equivalency
  • Workforce Preparation

Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers

  • All: Participants (202AE)
  • All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
  • Students and Programs: Workforce Preparation (124AE)
  • Success: Diploma, GED or High School Equivalency (633AE)
  • Success: Postsecondary Credential (624AE)
  • Transition: Transitioned to CTE (636AE)
  • Transition: Transitioned to Non-Developmental Credit College Course (637AE)

Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date

Responsible PositionResponsible MemberProposed Completion Date
Thoibi RublaitusCorona-Norco Unified06/30/2028
Elsa MaganaMoreno Valley Unified06/30/2028
Michael PetersonRiverside CCD06/30/2028
Rachel BramlettRiverside Unified06/30/2028
Nicole Ramirez, Arthur KimballRiverside Co. Office of Education06/30/2028

Objective #3: Improve Effectiveness of Services

Implementing Student-Centered, Technology-Enhanced

THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28

RCCD, Jurupa Adult School, Riverside Adult School, and Moreno Valley Community Adult School will implement student-centered instructional models that integrate technology, differentiated learning, and contextualized instruction. Teachers will embed digital tools into classroom practice to better serve diverse learning styles, particularly for English learners, adults with disabilities, and low-literacy students. The activity will include tech-enhanced curriculum development, training in blended/hybrid formats, and improved access to digital resources for both educators and students. 

Deliverables include new or revised curriculum modules, teacher training participation, and integration of learning platforms.

This directly supports CAEP’s effectiveness objective by modernizing instruction and increasing student engagement. 

Short-term outcomes include the rollout of pilot digital learning modules. Intermediate outcomes (1–3 years) include measurable gains in digital literacy and content mastery. Long-term outcomes (4–5 years) include broader instructional transformation across the consortium. 

The activity addresses barriers related to Digital Literacy, Low Income, Adults with Disabilities, and supports metrics including:

  • Participants
  • Reportable Individuals
  • Workforce Preparation
  • Completed Educational Functioning Level Gain
  • ABE, ASE, ESL, CTE
  • Postsecondary Credential
  • Transition to CTE

Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers

  • All: Participants (202AE)
  • All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
  • Progress: Completed Educational Functioning Level Gain (400AE)
  • Students and Programs: Adult Basic Education (1001)
  • Students and Programs: Adult Secondary Education (1000)
  • Students and Programs: Career Technical Education (1003)
  • Students and Programs: English as a Secondary Language (1002)
  • Students and Programs: Workforce Preparation (124AE)
  • Success: Postsecondary Credential (624AE)
  • Transition: Transitioned to CTE (636AE)

Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date

Responsible PositionResponsible MemberProposed Completion Date
Michael PetersonRiverside CCD06/30/2028
Annamarie MontanezJurupa Unified06/30/2028
Rachel BramlettRiverside Unified06/30/2028
Elsa MaganaMoreno Valley Unified06/30/2028

Fiscal Management

Alignment & Carryover

Members of the ABOUT STUDENTS Consortium will use the allocated funds to provide instruction and support services in alignment with the California Adult Education Program (CAEP) guidelines. These allocations are strategically directed toward achieving the goals outlined in the 2025-26 Annual Plan and Three-Year Plan. 

The consortium resources are focused on addressing the educational needs identified across Riverside County, the consortium has developed a range of strategies aimed at strengthening foundational skills, expanding equitable access to instruction, and aligning educational services with the specific needs of its diverse population. These strategies were informed by the Riverside Needs Assessment and are intended to directly respond to student feedback, labor market data, and institutional performance gaps.

The Riverside About Students Regional Consortium is committed to strengthening both the integration of services across partner systems and the effectiveness of transitions to postsecondary education and the workforce. Those strategies will be implemented through cross-agency collaboration, shared staffing models, coordinated systems, and ongoing use of data.

Additionally, the consortium is committed to improving the overall quality and effectiveness of adult education programs through shared instructional strategies, professional learning, system-wide data use, and internal collaboration. Members are focused on refining local and regional practices to support consistent, high-quality instruction and student outcomes across all sites. 

All funds will be used to directly support the consortium’s mission of preparing students for higher education and career opportunities. 


Consortium members will apply carry-over funds to complete activities outlined  in the Three-Year Plan. Ongoing monitoring of carryover remains a standing item on the agenda at the consortium business meetings. Regional expenditure reports will continue to be shared with members to support effective fiscal management and minimize excess carry-over. In alignment with CAEP office guidance, funds are spent using a “first in, first out” approach. Member agencies remain committed to timely and appropriate spending to ensure they are well below the 20% carryover threshold. This proactive oversight allows the consortium to align financial decisions with strategic priorities. 

Usage

How does the consortium plan to use allocated funds in the upcoming year?

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Consortium Objectives & Activities Overview

Objectives & Activities

= consortium has included this activity in an Annual Plan from the 2025-28 Three-Year Plan
= consortium has NOT selected this activity in an Annual Plan from the 2025-28 Three-Year Plan
ActivityOriginIncluded in Annual Plan
Objective #1: Address Educational Needs
Comprehensive Digital Literacy Training
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Culturally Responsive Education, Bilingual Support
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Development and Enhancement of CTE
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Expansion and Enhancement of ESL, ABE, ASE Program
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Professional Development for Educators
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Objective #2: Improve Integration of Services & Transitions
Transitions to Postsecondary Education, Workforce
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Collaborative Industry and Employer Engagement
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Expansion of Wraparound Support Services
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Objective #3: Improve Effectiveness of Services
Expanding PLCs and Instructional Coaching
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Implementing Student-Centered, Technology-Enhanced
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28
Standardizing Data Collection & Program Evaluation
THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28

Certification

Alvord Unified - Member Representative

Approved by Luis Medina

08/15/2025 09:12 AM PDT

Corona-Norco Unified - Member Representative

Approved by Thoibi Rublaitus

08/14/2025 11:29 AM PDT

Jurupa Unified - Member Representative

Approved by Annamarie Montanez

08/14/2025 10:06 AM PDT

Moreno Valley Unified - Member Representative

Approved by Elsa Magana

08/14/2025 03:25 PM PDT

Riverside CCD - Member Representative

Approved by Michael Peterson

08/18/2025 08:18 AM PDT

Riverside Co. Office of Education - Member Representative

  • Coordinator, Student Data and Achievement.
  • ndramirez@rcoe.us
  • (951) 826-6492
Approved by Mr. Victor Gomez

08/14/2025 09:33 PM PDT

Riverside Unified - Member Representative

Approved by Rachel Bramlett

08/14/2025 08:29 AM PDT

Val Verde Unified - Member Representative

Approved by John Parker

08/14/2025 09:17 AM PDT