CTE Education Career Pathway Grants
This Illinois State Board of Education grant funds the creation and enhancement of CTE pathways that prepare students for education careers, supporting program development, curriculum, and educator recruitment.
Funder: Illinois State Board of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application) | April 2027 (LNA) | May 2027 (CLNA & June 30 amendments) | August 2027 (August 31 amendments) | September 20, 2026; January 20, 2027; April 20, 2027; July 20, 2027 (quarterly expenditure reports)
Funding Amounts: Formula-based; awards vary by region, district size, and need; typically annual; no set minimum or maximum per applicant.
Summary: Supports Illinois schools and consortia in developing and implementing career and technical education (CTE) pathways focused on preparing students for careers in education.
Key Information: This is a forecasted/anticipated opportunity; all dates are projected—confirm on the program page before applying.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), provides formula-based funding to support the development, implementation, and expansion of career and technical education (CTE) pathways that prepare students for careers in education. The program aims to strengthen the educator pipeline in Illinois by helping school districts, area career centers, and educational consortia create structured CTE programs aligned with labor market needs and state priorities. Funding can be used for new program development, curriculum enhancement, recruitment and retention of CTE educators, work-based learning, and activities that promote equity and access for special populations.
