Produced: Aug 15, 2025, 05:02 PM UTC - By Marcela Miranda
2025-26
Plans & Goals
Assessment
Activities & Outcomes
Objective #1: Address Educational Needs
Adult Basic/Adult Secondary Education
Expanded ESL Course Offerings
ESL classes and programming will be offered on ground, online and in a hybrid format to meet the needs of students. SMCCACE will continue to develop tools and promising practice guidelines to support the integration and contextualization of basic skills to educational and career pathways, increase collaboration between ESL, ABE/ASE, CTE, and comunity college faculty to promote contexualization and seamless transition.
Addition of contextualized ESL courses (ESL for Health Careers, ESL for Citizenship)
- Evening and hybrid ESL classes
Development and delivery of integrated EL Civics curriculum that includes civic engagement, workforce readiness, and digital literacy
Imbedded digital literacy instruction within all ESL levels to support access to online learning, employment applications, and civic participation
This activity is in alignment with the AB104 Objective of Seamless Transitions and the CAEP State Priority of Learner Transition
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- Student Barriers: English Language Learner (149AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Increase HSD/HSE Graduation Rates
Through development of addtional course content on the online learning platform (Canvas), enhancing and standardizing common core curriculum across all HSD/HSE classes, learners will have access to more robust materials to better prepare them for program completion and transition to postsecondary and/or workforce. This activity aligns with the AB104 Objective of Seamless Transitions and the CAEP State Priority of Learner Transition.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- Students and Programs: Adult Secondary Education (1000)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
College Courses at Adult Education Campuses
Courses hosted on SMCCACE's Adult Education Member Campuses taught by SMCCACE Community College member faculty resulting in concurrent enrollment programs. This activity aligns with AB104 Objective of Gaps in Service and the CAEP State Priorities of Program Development/Curiculum/Classroom & Equity.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
- Student Barriers: English Language Learner (149AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
CTE Non Credit
Run reports from current labor market index to indentify employment sector trends and in-demand jobs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Expand, sustain and add new CTE courses resulting in wage increases, higher employment rates and mobility evidenced by reportable data.
This activity aligns with the AB104 Objective of Seamless Transitions and CAEP State Priorities of Learner Transition, Leadership, and Equity.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Participants (202AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
ESL Students to Workforce
Evaluate and modify programs and instructional delivery to support economic mobility. Develop curriculum and EL Civics objectives for workforce skills training in ESL classes. Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with nonprofit and community based organizations that offer enterpreneurship training for ELL's.
This activity aligns with the AB104 Objective of Seamless Transitions, CAEP State Priority of Learner Transition, Equity and Immigrant Integration.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Participants (202AE)
- Student Barriers: English Language Learner (149AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Inrcrease Program Completion Rates
Increase graduation and/or completion rates across all program areas resulting in a greater numer of students transitioning to postsecondary and/or workforce. This activity is in aligment with the AB104 Objective of Seamless Transitions and the CAEP State Priority of Learner Transition.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
- Student Barriers: English Language Learner (149AE)
- Students and Programs: Adult Basic Education (1001)
- Students and Programs: Adult Secondary Education (1000)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Objective #2: Improve Integration of Services & Transitions
Career Pathways
Enhance student access to clear, comprehensive information on career pathways and opportunities by developing a Career Pathways Matrix that aligns adult school course offerings with community college programs and labor market needs.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Participants (202AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
CTE for Credit Programs
From a prioritized list, develop and implement career pathways. Develop strategies for classes begining at the adult school and completed at member community colleges.
This activity is aligned with the AB104 Objective of Seamless Transitions, CAEP State Priorities of Learner Transition, Leadership, Equity and Program Evaluation.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Participants (202AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Objective #3: Improve Effectiveness of Services
Workforce Board Alignment
Expand, sustain and further develop SMCCACE's engagement with its Workforce Development Board NOVAworks by all Comsortium members resulting in creation of policies and proceedures for cross-agency collaboration.
This activity aligns with the AB104 Objective of Leveraging Resources and the CAEP State Priority of Program Development & Equity.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Marketing
Strengthen the Consortium’s visibility, accessibility, and impact through a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes the development of a new brand identity, a refreshed and user-friendly website, and the creation of updated marketing materials tailored to adult learners and partners.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Professional Development
Provide ongoing, responsive professional development for all consortium members to deepen their understanding of how adult education services are funded, structured, delivered, and evaluated—supporting stronger alignment with the region’s evolving educational and workforce needs. Information about relevant training opportunities and conferences offered by CAEP, CAEAA, CCAE Bay Section, CASAS, COABE, OTAN, and CalPro will be regularly shared to ensure members have access to high-quality professional learning resources.
Adult Education Metrics and Student Barriers
- All: Reportable Individuals (200AE)
Responsible Positions, Responsible Consortium Members, and Proposed Completion Date
Responsible Position | Responsible Member | Proposed Completion Date |
---|---|---|
Director | Jefferson Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Principal | South San Francisco Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | San Mateo Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Cabrillo Unified | 06/30/2028 |
Director | Sequoia Union High | 06/30/2028 |
Dean Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Skyline CC | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development CSM | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Director of Workforce Development Canada College | San Mateo County CCD | 06/30/2028 |
Fiscal Management
Alignment & Carryover
The 2025–26 planned allocations are firmly aligned with SMCCACE’s Three-Year Plan. Every investment is intentional—supporting core instructional programs, building workforce-relevant pathways, strengthening student services, and ensuring digital equity. These aligned efforts reflect the Consortium’s commitment to providing high-quality, inclusive adult education that prepares San Mateo County residents for greater economic mobility and civic engagement.
Expanding Access to Foundational Skills:
A central priority of the Three-Year Plan is to ensure that all adult learners have access to foundational skills development, including English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education (ABE), and high school diploma/equivalency programs. The current allocations directly support these efforts by maintaining and expanding instructional capacity, curriculum development, and flexible program delivery formats (in-person, online, and hybrid). These programs are critical for enabling students to build the literacy and numeracy skills needed to access higher education and employment opportunities.
Building Career Pathways Aligned with Labor Market Needs:
The Three-Year Plan emphasizes the creation of career education programs that respond to high-demand industries in the region, such as healthcare, construction, information technology, and green jobs. Allocations support the delivery of short-term Career Technical Education (CTE) and Integrated Education & Training (IET) programs that combine academic instruction with job skills training and workforce readiness. Funding also covers industry certifications, tools, and equipment, helping learners gain access to well-paying, sustainable jobs.
Supporting Student Transitions and Wraparound Services:
To improve student outcomes and persistence, the Consortium has prioritized investments in transition support services. Planned allocations fund positions such as transition navigators, transition coordinators, and counselors who help learners navigate education and employment systems, set goals, and access community resources. These roles are especially vital for supporting immigrants, opportunity youth, reentry populations, and students balancing education with work or family responsibilities. The Three-Year Plan identifies these supports as essential to addressing barriers and promoting learner success.
Advancing Digital Inclusion and Flexible Learning:
Recognizing the digital divide faced by many adult learners, SMCCACE’s Three-Year Plan calls for increased digital access and literacy. Allocations support technology lending programs (e.g., chromebooks and hotspots), digital skills training, and ongoing development of online and hybrid courses. These investments enhance program accessibility and ensure that learners—particularly those in remote or underserved communities—can continue their education in flexible formats that meet their life circumstances.
Promoting Equity and Inclusive Practices:
The Consortium’s Three-Year Plan prioritizes equity in both access and outcomes. Funding supports targeted outreach, bilingual staff and services, and culturally responsive instruction to engage underrepresented groups. Data disaggregation and equity-focused evaluation are also funded to monitor disparities and inform continuous improvement. These efforts help ensure that all students—regardless of background, language, or income—have opportunities to thrive.
Strengthening Data-Driven Planning and Professional Development:
A core strategy outlined in the Three-Year Plan is building the capacity of member agencies through professional development and data-informed decision-making. Allocations are used to support staff training, consortium-wide planning activities, data analysis, and shared tools for tracking student progress. This enables the Consortium to remain agile and responsive to changing student needs, labor market shifts, and statewide accountability requirements.
SMCCACE is committed to the responsible and strategic use of carryover funds in support of its regional goals and the legislative objectives outlined in Education Code §84914. In accordance with this guidance, the Consortium takes proactive steps to ensure that carryover funds do not exceed the 20% threshold and are reinvested quickly and effectively into activities that (1) address regional educational needs, (2) improve integration of services and transitions, and (3) improve effectiveness of services.
Strategic Planning and Transparency:
SMCCACE incorporates carryover planning into its annual and three-year planning cycles. During regular member and annual planning meetings, carryover balances are reviewed. SMCCACE is currently developing consortium by-laws wherein member agencies will be asked to provide a plan for how its individual carryover will be expended in the current program year, with an emphasis on timely use, alignment with consortium-wide goals, and compliance with Education Code §84914. These plans will be reviewed and approved by the consortium leadership team to ensure they meet legislative and strategic priorities.
Addressing Educational Needs:
Carryover funds are often allocated to expand access to foundational programs, such as ESL, Adult Basic and Secondary Education, and High School Equivalency preparation. Specifically, carryover has supported:
· Extended learning opportunities, including evening, weekend, and summer programs
· Flexible learning formats, including hybrid and asynchronous classes
· Targeted outreach to underserved and hard-to-reach populations
These efforts help ensure that more adult learners can access services, particularly in high-need areas of the county.
Improving Integration of Services and Transitions:
To support seamless transitions and greater service alignment, SMCCACE uses carryover funds to:
· Fund transition specialists and navigators who guide students from adult schools to community college or employment
· Support co-enrollment strategies between adult education and community college programs
· Develop shared intake and referral systems that streamline student access to services across member institutions
These efforts directly support the legislative goal of improving integration and helping students move successfully along educational and career pathways.
Improving Effectiveness of Services:
Carryover funding is also used to improve the quality and effectiveness of instructional and support services. Recent examples include:
· Professional development initiatives in areas such as trauma-informed teaching, digital literacy, and contextualized instruction
· Investments in technology infrastructure, including the purchase of devices, learning software, and learning management systems (LMS)
· Evaluation and data projects to assess program impact, identify equity gaps, and refine instructional strategies
These activities ensure that adult education programs not only reach more students but also deliver more impactful outcomes.This approach ensures that carryover is not seen as unspent funding but as a vital tool for innovation and responsiveness.
Monitoring, Compliance, and Continuous Improvement:
SMCCACE monitors carryover balances quarterly and requires member agencies to submit expenditure plans and progress updates. The consortium uses this information to:
· Ensure alignment with CAEP guidance and Education Code §84914
· Identify potential delays in spending and provide technical assistance
· Adjust activities as needed to maintain fiscal and programmatic integrity
By embedding carryover planning into its fiscal and strategic processes, SMCCACE ensures these funds are leveraged purposefully and effectively.
SMCCACE’s approach to incorporating carryover funds is thoughtful, strategic, and closely aligned with the legislative objectives of adult education in California. Carryover is used not as a passive reserve but as a dynamic resource to expand access, strengthen pathways, and improve quality—ensuring that every adult in San Mateo County has the opportunity to succeed through education.
Usage
SMCCACE’s 2025–26 funding allocations are strategically designed to expand equitable access, improve student outcomes, and strengthen alignment between adult education and local workforce needs, ensuring measurable progress toward the Consortium’s three-year strategic plan goals in full compliance with CAEP priorities.
SMCCACE will allocate funds to expand access to high-quality adult education and workforce training programs in alignment with the Consortium’s three-year strategic plan. Priority investments will focus on instructional services in English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Diploma/Equivalency, Career Technical Education (CTE), and workforce readiness. Additional funding will support targeted programming for priority populations, including recently laid-off workers, transitional-age foster youth (18–24), and adults seeking to upskill or reskill to meet changing labor market demands.
The Consortium will direct resources toward outreach and community engagement to connect with underserved learners, develop employer partnerships, and implement contextualized learning models that integrate academic skills with career preparation. Funding will also support wraparound services such as academic advising, digital literacy, and connections to resources like childcare and transportation assistance, reducing barriers and increasing student persistence and completion.
To strengthen instructional quality and program effectiveness, SMCCACE will invest in professional development for educators, emphasizing culturally responsive teaching, technology integration, and data-informed improvement strategies. These allocations will ensure that resources are used to advance the Consortium’s strategic goals—expanding access, improving student outcomes, and aligning programs with regional workforce needs—ultimately fostering a more skilled, adaptable, and resilient San Mateo County workforce.
Consortium Objectives & Activities Overview
Objectives & Activities
Activity | Origin | Included in Annual Plan |
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Objective #1: Address Educational Needs | ||
ESL Students to Workforce | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Adult Basic/Adult Secondary Education | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
CTE Non Credit | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
College Courses at Adult Education Campuses | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Expanded ESL Course Offerings | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Increase HSD/HSE Graduation Rates | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Inrcrease Program Completion Rates | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Objective #2: Improve Integration of Services & Transitions | ||
CTE for Credit Programs | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Career Pathways | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Objective #3: Improve Effectiveness of Services | ||
Marketing | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Professional Development | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 | |
Workforce Board Alignment | THREE-YEAR PLAN 2025-28 |
Certification
Cabrillo Unified - Member Representative
David Jones - Principal
- jonesd@cabrillo.k12.ca.us
- (650) 729-8702
Jefferson Union High - Member Representative
Mark Beshirs - Principal
- mbeshirs@juhsd.net
- (650) 550-7874
San Mateo Co. Office of Education - Member Representative
Katia Sturtevant - ksturtevant@smcoe.org
Marcela Miranda - Execitive Director College, Career, and Community Partnerships
- mmiranda@smcoe.org
- (408) 386-1948
San Mateo County CCD - Member Representative
Nereida Angulo - Transition Coordinator
- angulon@smccd.edu
Lauren Ford - Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Development
- fordla@smccd.edu
- (650) 738-7124
Janet Ramirez - Transition Coordinator
- ramirezj@smccd.edu
- (650) 306-3473
Alex Kramer - Dean of Business, Design & Workforce
- kramera@smccd.edu
- (650) 381-2271
San Mateo Union High - Member Representative
Angela Taylor - Director
- ataylor@smuhsd.org
- (650) 558-2120
Shohreh Bahmanyar - Accounting Technician
- sbahmanyar@smuhsd.org
- (650) 558-2124
Sequoia Union High - Member Representative
Tatiana Roganova - Director
- troganova@seq.org
- (650) 306-8866 ext: 77902
Todd Livingstone - tlivingstone@seq.org
- (650) 306-8866 ext: 77934
South San Francisco Unified - Member Representative
Seemaa Prasad - Principal
- sprasad@ssfusd.org
- (650) 827-8455 ext: 2701
Clare Jackson - Assistant Principal
- cjackson@ssfusd.org
- (650) 877-2700