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On August 6, Grow Apprenticeship California hosted a statewide learning lab, “Scaling Apprenticeship Through Regional Partnership,” in Emeryville, California. The event brought together regional partners from across the state to explore how collaboration and shared strategies can expand apprenticeship pathways for more California workers. Attendees included community colleges, workforce boards, intermediaries, K–12 partners, employers, labor…

The event brought together over 800 visionaries, educators, and industry leaders to explore the intersection of emerging technologies, policy, and curriculum development with a focus on equity, access, and innovation

The Center for Climate Futures hosted five webinars this year, highlighting the essential role of community colleges in advancing climate-aligned workforce development and building community resilience against fires, floods, droughts, and extreme heat. Watch them on-demand now.

Work-based learning has seen growing interest and investment across the system. This webinar series builds on that momentum. Register for the upcoming sessions.

Veterans and educators convened at the annual Veterans Summit to strengthen support for veterans and military-connected students transitioning to college.

Revisit and watch the recording of California LAW Pathways (Cal LAW) annual Law Day event.

Read about highlights from the recent California Community Colleges Association for Occupational Education (CCCAOE) conference.

Last month, the Chancellor’s Office hosted Rising Scholars 2030: From Local Beginnings to Leading the Nation in Sacramento. This statewide convening highlighted the growth of the Rising Scholars Network.

National Apprenticeship Week will take place from April 26 to May 2, offering workforce and education partners across the country a moment to recognize the enduring role of apprenticeship in building a skilled, resilient workforce. 

On February 6, education leaders from across the state gathered for Better Together: California Convening on AI in Higher Education to explore the evolving role of AI in teaching and learning.

In March, the Resilient Landscapes Network hosted ReadyED 2026 at Mt. San Antonio College, bringing together California’s resilience educators, workforce leaders, and students for a dynamic statewide gathering.