About SCAEC
The State Center Adult Education Consortium (SCAEC) region is located within the Central San Joaquin Valley. The SCAEC region includes Fresno and Madera counties and borders portions of Kings and Tulare counties. The State Center Adult Education Consortium currently has twenty (20) members including fourteen (14) adult schools, three (3) community college campuses with two additional college centers, Fresno County Office of Education and Valley ROP.
The State Center Adult Education Consortium maintains significant and expansive collaborative relationships with various educational and workforce partners in the region.
The State Center Adult Education Consortium maintains significant and expansive collaborative relationships with various educational and workforce partners in the region.
Our Team
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Sherri WatkinsSherri Watkins, Executive Director of State Center Adult Education Consortium, has 19 years of knowledge and experience in the adult education world. She is an experienced ESL, CTE instructor, and student advisor from the largest adult school in the Central Valley. Her prior responsibilities also include OTAN trainer of teachers, Coordinator of the U.S. Citizenship grant, CTE Program Coordinator, and AB86 Coordinator. Sherri and her team currently manage one of the largest adult education consortia in the State and she works directly with members and partners to ensure the needs of adult students are being addressed. Sherri currently serves as President-elect on the CAEAA State Board the Central Section CCAE Board.
Executive Director State Center Adult Education Consortium Sherri.Watkins@statecenter.com (559) 573-4816 |
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Pang VangyiPang Vangyi is a graduate of California State University, Fresno with a Master's Degree in Counseling and a Pupil Personnel Services Credential. She has over 21 years of counseling experience with Fresno Unified School District and State Center Adult Education Consortium. As an immigrant and first generation college student, Pang fully understands the diverse needs of adults in the Central Valley. She is dedicated to ensuring that all students obtain a high quality education and are made aware of their educational and career opportunities. Pang and the transition specialists work with 14 adult schools in our consortium to align, improve, and support student services.
Pang serves SCAEC’s Clovis Region: Clovis Adult Education and Clovis Community College. She supports the transition team and works regionally with all members and partners. Regional Transitions Counselor State Center Adult Education Consortium Pang.Vangyi@statecenter.com (559) 573-4638 |
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Oscar HinojosaOscar Hinojosa is a 2000 graduate of California State University of Stanislaus with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, and a Master of Science Degree in Educational Counseling from National University in 2004. Oscar spent over 10 years as a Regional Sports Director with Special Olympics Northern California working with various local school districts, as well as spending time both as a dropout prevention counselor and a classroom teacher for special education students. Oscar has spent the last three years working in his current role as Transition Specialist with SCAEC and is eager to assist you with your future plans.
Oscar serves SCAEC’s Central Region: Caruthers, Central, Fresno, and Washington adult schools, Fresno City College, FCOE Adults in Corrections, and Workforce Connection. Transitions Specialist State Center Adult Education Consortium oscar.h@statecenter.com (559) 545-8312 |
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Mary LopezMary Lopez is a first generation college student and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and her Master’s Degree in Public Administration from California State University, Fresno. Prior to Mary’s appointment as a Transition Specialist, she served as an Outreach Counselor for a Trio program, located at Fresno State, for over 12 years, serving traditionally underrepresented adult groups with enrolling into post-secondary education. Mary has a wealth of experience with the college enrollment and financial aid process and is passionate about assisting students with furthering their educational goals.
Mary serves SCAEC’s South Region: Dinuba, Sanger, Selma, and Kings Canyon adult schools, Reedley College, and co-locates at the Reedley Workforce Center. Transitions Specialist State Center Adult Education Consortium mary.lopez@statecenter.com (559) 776-7919 |
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Michelle SantestebanMichelle Santesteban has a Master’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Houston and a Bachelor’s Degree in University Studies with concentrations in Behavioral Studies and Spanish Language from the University of New Mexico. Her past experience with academic advising and counseling, advocating for students with disabilities, and teaching psychology and student success college courses makes her well suited to serve as a transition specialist. Michelle is enthusiastic about working with students as well as with all Consortium members and partners.
Michelle serves SCAEC’s North Region: Chawanakee, Golden Valley, Madera, Black Mountain (Sierra), and Yosemite adult schools, and Madera County Workforce Assistance Center. Transitions Specialist State Center Adult Education Consortium michelle.s@statecenter.com (559) 593-0993 |
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Karina VeraKarina Vera has over six years of data and accountability experience within the adult school system. She works closely with the 14 adult schools in the State Center Adult Education Consortium to collect accurate data needed for state reporting, and consults for other districts when her schedule allows. She prides herself in providing quick and efficient support to those who need it. Karina is currently earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from National University.
Data and Accountability Specialist
State Center Adult Education Consortium karina.vera@statecenter.com (559) 593-1131 |
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Allyson AdamsAllyson Adams is a graduate of California State University, Fresno with a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Technology. Prior to her current position as Administrative Assistant for the State Center Adult Education Consortium, she was a small business owner for 16 years, which provided her with a wealth of practical experience in office management and meeting the needs of a diverse population. She takes pride in supporting all consortium members and staff in a professional and efficient manner.
Program Assistant
State Center Adult Education Consortium Allyson.Adams@statecenter.com (559) 207-3189 |
