Michigan Adult, Community & Alternative Education Association - MACAE

📣 Call for Presenters Now Open!

We're seeking engaging sessions for the 2026 MACAE Annual Conference, Learning Without Limits. Share your expertise, innovative practices, and ideas that support learner success across Michigan.

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Ready to help your adult learners navigate the digital world with confidence? 🚗💻

Join us on June 16 from 1 to 2 p.m. for "Instructors' Roadmap to Teaching Digital Literacy." Explore proven tools and resources, including Typing.com, the Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment, and hands-on activities from the Kalamazoo Literacy Council. You'll leave with practical strategies and a ready-to-use course designed specifically for adult learners.

Register today and get the keys to driving learner success! 🛣️

Instructors' Roadmap to Teaching Digital Literacy - Event Registration

MACAE was recently honored by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity with the System Support Award, recognizing our outstanding commitment to strengthening Michigan’s adult education system. This award highlights MACAE’s ongoing partnership, advocacy, and support, which help programs thrive and expand opportunities for learners across the state.

Big things are happening at MACAE!

Join us for upcoming events focused on professional learning, networking, and supporting adult learners across Michigan.

FREE Learner Summit
📅 May 28 at Alpena Community College
Connect with resources, education pathways, and workforce opportunities designed to help adult learners take their next step. Register Today! https://members.macae.org/ap/Events/Register/NaFlyyofYCaCm

ESOL Summit
📅 June 5 in Lansing
A full day of collaboration and learning for educators supporting English language learners. MACAE member early registration for the ESOL Summit ends May 29! Register Today! https://members.macae.org/ap/Events/Register/6VFQWQyumC1CZ

Congratulations to the Troy Continuing Education TRAC graduates! 🎓 It was wonderful hearing from so many student speakers — your stories were truly inspirational. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished!

Join Us for MACAE’s First ESOL Summit!

MACAE is excited to host its very first ESOL Summit on June 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the RDC Newcomer Center in Lansing.

📍 5509 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, MI 48911

This one day professional development event will bring together ESOL professionals from across Michigan to explore the critical topics shaping the future of ESOL instruction.

Designed for both new and experienced ESOL teachers, classroom staff, volunteers, and administrators, this summit will provide practical tools, fresh strategies, and valuable statewide connections.

Participants may earn up to 4.0 SCECHs for attending.

Register Today! https://members.macae.org/calendar/Details/2026-esol-summit-1716183?sourceTypeId=Hub

Join Us for MACAE’s First ESOL Summit!

MACAE is excited to host its very first ESOL Summit on June 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the RDC Newcomer Center in Lansing. 5509 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, MI 48911

This one day professional development event will bring together ESOL professionals from across Michigan to explore the critical topics shaping the future of ESOL instruction, including:

✅ Workforce alignment
✅ Funding strategies
✅ Cultural humility
✅ AI and media in ESOL instruction

Designed for both new and experienced ESOL teachers, classroom staff, volunteers, and administrators, this summit will provide practical tools, fresh strategies, and valuable statewide connections.

Participants may earn up to 4.0 SCECHs for attending.

We look forward to connecting, learning, and growing together as we support multilingual learners across Michigan!

Register Today! https://members.macae.org/calendar/Details/2026-esol-summit-1716183?sourceTypeId=Hub

Grateful for our continued partnership with Michigan Works! Association and for the opportunity to attend an incredible AI at Work Summit. We’re excited to bring back new insights on AI capabilities and what they mean for the future of Michigan’s workforce. The conversation is just getting started.

MACAE was proud to volunteer at Michigan’s Construction Career Days, helping connect students to real opportunities in the skilled trades. 👷‍♂️🔨

It was a great way to wrap up National Apprenticeship Week and highlight the value of hands-on learning and strong career pathways.

MACAE recently attended the Michigan College Access Network Educated Workforce Summit, where conversations focused on building stronger pathways from education to employment across the state.

It was great to connect with partners and talk through how we can better align our work to create real, lasting impact for learners and Michigan’s workforce.