Career and Technical Education (CTE) Career Cluster and Program Affiliate Grant
Funds Maryland partnerships to expand high-quality Career and Technical Education programs, supporting educator development, curriculum, student leadership, and career pathways in high-demand fields.
Funder: Maryland State Department of Education
Due Dates: August 23, 2024 | July 30, 2025 | July 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Total pool: $500,000; individual awards up to $60,000; 8–10 grants expected per cycle.
Summary: Supports Maryland partners to expand high-quality career and technical education programs aligned with in-demand careers and student leadership development.
Key Information: All applications must include required signatures and be submitted by 5:00 PM on the due date.
Description
This grant program funds partnerships between the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and two- and four-year colleges, universities, community-based organizations, and non-profits to develop, implement, and expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The initiative aims to ensure equitable access for Maryland students to high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand career pathways. Funded projects must support professional learning for CTE educators, curriculum development, student engagement in Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), work-based learning, and opportunities for students to earn post-secondary credits, industry-recognized credentials, and participate in registered apprenticeships.
