Our Mission
The Colorado Adult Education Coalition is committed to advancing equitable adult learning opportunities across Colorado by uniting educators, workforce partners, community organizations, and advocates to strengthen lifelong learning pathways for all adults.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to ensure every adult in Colorado has access to the education, training, and support needed to thrive academically, economically, and as leaders in their communities.
We support Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, High School Equivalency preparation, English Language Acquisition, Family Literacy, correctional education, workforce education, and career pathway programs throughout the state.
Through advocacy, professional development, collaboration, innovation, research, and community engagement, we work to strengthen Colorado’s adult education system and expand opportunities that lead to education, employment, and long-term economic mobility.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
We work collaboratively to support adult education in Colorado.
Dr. Junior Reina Toc, PhD
CAEC Board Secretary
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Dr. Joe Charlesman, PhD
CAEC Board Member
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Jess St. Peter
CAEC Board Member
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Luke Hammon
CAEC Board Member
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Amanda Thomas
CAEC Board Member
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Gary Walker
CAEC Board Member
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Our commitment to education drives us to serve all communities in Colorado.
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300,000 Coloradoans without a high school equivalency
41% of the 300,000 have less than 9th grad education
Per student education
spending in Colorado
K-12: $9,500
Adult Education: $1,000
Colorado represent a diverse and growing population connected to workforce development, postsecondary access, family literacy, and community integration.
