Get Involved: Join a MACAE Committee
Our committees are a space for educators and program directors to come together, share ideas, and work as a team to improve and shape the future of adult, community, and alternative education in Michigan.
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All committee meetings are held virtually, and SCECHs (State Continuing Education Clock Hours) are available for most committees. Participating is a great way to maximize your MACAE membership and make a lasting impact on the field.
Share & Collaborate
Share resources, ideas, and best practices within key content areas to strengthen programs across Michigan.
Innovate & Lead
Develop and promote innovative educational initiatives and provide leadership on statewide efforts and policy.
Grow & Improve
Organize professional development, analyze statewide data trends, and recommend improvements to enhance program quality and learner outcomes.
Committees
Adult Basic Education/Literacy
Dedicated to strengthening adult literacy through best practices, resources, and professional collaboration.
Chair: Michael Evans
Email: mevans@kalamazooliteracy.org
Advocacy
Advancing policies and initiatives that strengthen opportunities for learners statewide.
Chair: Marisol Adelmann
Email: madelmann@wccnet.edu
Alternative Education
Dedicated to supporting diverse educational paths and unique learning environments.
Chair: Karl Khoury
Email: karl.khoury@ferndaleschools.org
Community Education
Committed to promoting community education and lifelong learning across Michigan.
Chair: Brian Puffer
Email: pufferb@salineschools.org
Corrections
Dedicated to expanding educational opportunities in correctional settings to reduce recidivism and transform lives.
Chair: Nicole Hatch
Email: nhatch@ioscoresa.net
Digital Literacy
Dedicated to advancing digital literacy skills and best practices to empower learners in an increasingly digital world.
Chair: Jessi Pavey
Email: jpavey@kalamazooliteracy.org
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Focused on strengthening English language instruction through shared resources, best practices, and professional collaboration.
Chair: Mariah Shafer
Email: mshafer@rdclansing.org
High School Equivalency/Completion
Committed to advancing high school equivalency programs to expand educational and career pathways for adult learners.
Chair: Renae Gowen
Email: gowenr@sgate.k12.mi.us
Workforce
Dedicated to strengthening connections between education and workforce pathways through collaboration, partnerships, and professional learning.
Chair: Karyn Goven
Email: karyn.goven@miside.org