Entries by Jennifer Wigginton

IAACE Year in Review: July 2024 – June 2025

As we wrap up another impactful year, the Indiana Association for Adult and Continuing Education (IAACE) prides itself on the progress, partnerships, and powerful moments that defined July 2024 through June 2025. From amplifying our advocacy efforts to strengthening professional development, this year was all about flourishing. 🎯 Advocacy in Action IAACE continued to stand […]

🌟Refill Your Cup-The Power of the Pause

🌞 Refill Your Cup: Affordable Ways to Recharge This Summer Let’s face it—this past year asked a lot of us. Navigating budget cuts, supporting learners with big life barriers, and wearing more hats than ever can take a toll. So, before the new program year kicks off, we invite you to do something radical: Take […]

Share the Indiana Way at COABE 2026: Answering the Call at the Crossroads of Adult Education

Indiana is proud to host the COABE 2026 Conference, and we’re calling on our incredible community of adult educators to step up and share the Indiana way on a national stage. With this year’s theme, “Crossroads of Adult Education: Empowering the Future of America,” there’s never been a better time to highlight how Indiana is […]

2025 IAACE Award Nominations

🎉 The 2025 IAACE Award Nominations Are Officially Open! It’s that time of year again when we come together to spotlight the heart and soul of Indiana Adult Education. The 2025 IAACE Awards nomination period is officially open, and we couldn’t be more excited to honor the outstanding individuals and organizations that make our field […]

Celebrating the Heart of Adult Education: National Teacher Appreciation Week

This week, as the nation celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week, we want to shine a well-deserved spotlight on a group of educators who often work quietly behind the scenes—adult education teachers. These incredible professionals are changing lives every day, one learner at a time. Just like their K–12 counterparts, adult educators play a vital role in […]

IAACE Board of Directors Election is Now Open!

It’s time to make your voice heard! The 2025 IAACE Board of Directors election is officially open. We invite all current IAACE members in good standing to cast their vote and help shape the future of our organization. 🔗 Cast your vote here: https://iaace.com/2025-board-of-directors-ballot/ Please remember that only active members are eligible to vote, so […]

Submit Your Proposal for the IAACE Conference!

Step Up to the Plate: Submit Your Proposal for the IAACE Conference! ⚾ The Indiana Association for Adult and Continuing Education (IAACE) is excited to announce our Call for Proposals for the IAACE 2025 Conference! This year’s theme, “Hit It Out of the Park with Adult Education,” is about bringing big-league ideas, strategies, and success stories to adult […]

The New TABE Test- Teachers Talk Conversation Topic

The IAACE Teachers Talk series is back, and this month’s topic impacts every adult educator: The New TABE Test. Join us on Wednesday, March 19, at 11 AM CT / 12 PM ET for an open and insightful conversation about what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and how we can navigate these updates together. Why […]

The Power of Sharing

The Power of Sharing: Strengthening Reading Fluency Together In adult education, collaboration isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential. When educators share resources, strategies, and experiences, we all grow together, and more importantly, our learners reap the rewards. One of the best ways to foster this exchange is through Teachers Talk, a space where instructors can discuss what […]

Step Up & Lead: Join the IAACE Board of Directors!

Why Serve on the IAACE Board? Serving on the IAACE Board of Directors allows you to: Influence policies and decisions that shape adult education in Indiana. Collaborate with other professionals in the field. Gain leadership experience and professional growth. Advocate for learners and educators at a broader level. Be an IAACE representative for COABE 2026 […]