Public Adult Education of MA

10/26/2026

10/26/2026

Congratulations to the adult education programs that earned the #𝟭 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 in the following FY26 performance measures!

✅ Measurable Skill Gains (MSG)
✅ Post-Test Rate
✅ High School Equivalencies Earned
✅ MassSTEP Industry-Recognized Credentials (IRCs) Earned

These achievements reflect the dedication, hard work, and commitment of adult education programs to helping learners make progress, reach their goals, and build pathways to future opportunities.

Join the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Office of Public Adult Education of MA in celebrating these outstanding accomplishments!

Wyvonne Stevens-Carter

10/23/2026

“This Is Me” celebrates the rich diversity, cultures, experiences, and identities that make Catholic Charities' adult learning community so special." The team at Public Adult Education of MA loves seeing the wonderful way programs celebrate the many identities the adult learners share. Congratulations.

10/22/2026

Do you want your high school diploma? We can help you!

Join us on Thursday, October 29th at 2 p.m. for an online information session to learn about our High School Equivalency Credential Program.

Sign up for the information session at Camb.ma/CLCInfoSessions

Learn more about about our program: https://www.cambridgema.gov/Services/clchighschoolequivalencyprogram

10/22/2026

For 70 years, Catholic Charities’ El Centro (a Public Adult Education of MA-funded adult education program), has helped Boston learners build their futures, and these alumni show what that looks like.

🇩🇴Julifer joined El Centro in 2019, went on to Year Up, and is now a senior business analyst at Accenture.

🇬🇹 Ilsi moved from ESOL classes to Bunker Hill Community College, graduated with honors and a 3.9 GPA, and now works as a student support counselor at El Centro.

🇻🇪 Maria Victoria earned her associate degree in cybersecurity Magna Cum Laude, founded her college’s first Cyber Club, and is now a cybersecurity analyst while studying at Boston College. "Knowledge is power."

🇭🇹 Vladimir started at a high beginner English level, earned his CompTIA Security+ certification within three months of joining El Centro’s cybersecurity program, and is now studying cybersecurity at Bridgewater State University. He has presented his research on AI and blockchain for humanitarian aid at national conferences and founded Trusted Haitian Cyber to help small businesses."El Centro is also called, home."

🇻🇪 Rafael earned his chef certification and launched his own catering business, Pache’s Kitchen. "I am proud of me; it wasn't always easy."

Learning English is just the start. We thank each of these amazing adult education graduates for taking time to come and speak with hundreds of adult education leaders at the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Adult and Community Learning Services Directors' Meeting in Devens, MA.

Public Adult Education of MA Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Catholic Charities Boston

10/21/2026

Did you know that 𝗦𝗔𝗕𝗘𝗦 - 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗰𝗵𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗗 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 offers three different learning foundations academies, Math, ELA, and ESOL? These are opportunities to support teachers at different stages of their professional learning journey.

Each Academy offers sustained, practice-focused professional learning that gives educators an opportunity to explore effective instructional approaches, apply new ideas in their classrooms, reflect on their practice, and learn alongside colleagues from across the field.

Our upcoming academy - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 - supports ELA teachers in developing effective and engaging instruction for adult learners. Participants explore student engagement, lesson planning, evidence-based reading instruction, differentiation, and reflective practice through self-paced activities, facilitated sessions, and coaching. Starting January 11 and running through May 21, 2027.

👉𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗯𝘆 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗵𝘁𝘁𝗽𝘀://𝘄𝘄𝘄.𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗲𝘀.𝗼𝗿𝗴/𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁/𝟱𝟱𝟳𝟴𝟲

SABES - Massachusetts Public Adult Education PD System Public Adult Education of MA

10/19/2026

Every adult in Massachusetts deserves the chance to build the life they aspire to live.

Through the Adult and Community Learning Services (ACLS) network, our public adult education system works with providers and partners across the state to offer no-cost, quality instruction, advising, job training, and career pathways for adult learners.

Whether you’re learning English, earning your high school equivalency, building job skills, or planning your next career step, support is within reach.

Find a program near you and take the next step today. https://publicadulteducation.mass.gov/

Wyvonne Stevens-Carter

10/14/2026

"It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences."
-Audre Lorde
Public Adult Education of MA Wyvonne Stevens-Carter

10/13/2026

Are you an ESOL teacher looking to enhance your professional skills? Watch our video on Professional Standard 7, which focuses on reflective teaching, goal setting, and professional development aligned with Massachusetts ESOL Standards. Learn how continuous improvement can elevate teaching and student outcomes. Take the next step in your professional growth journey.

Visit our webpage: https://sabes.org/video/esol-teachers-professional-growth

10/09/2026