FY2027: Career Technical Education CTE Secondary Programs & Postsecondary Programs — Perkins Reserve
This grant from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education funds improvements to CTE programs, supporting curriculum, equipment, and services to meet workforce needs and Perkins V standards.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates: September 30, 2026: Application deadline
Funding Amounts: Fund Code 0453: up to $40,000 total | Fund Code 0459: up to $100,000 total | Typical awards: $4,500–$34,000 per eligible program; project duration through June 30, 2027
Summary: Supports Massachusetts school districts in enhancing career technical education programs to meet state and federal standards, close achievement gaps, and address workforce needs.
Key Information: Application must be submitted via the GEM$ system; eligibility is limited to specific LEAs and programs listed in the RFP.
Description
This federal grant program, administered by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, aims to help school districts and eligible postsecondary programs improve their Career Technical Education (CTE) offerings in line with state and Perkins V (Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act) standards. The grant prioritizes high-quality CTE programs that address local and regional workforce needs, especially in high-demand and rural areas, and seeks to close achievement gaps for populations facing chronic unemployment or underemployment. Funding supports program improvement, services, equipment, curriculum development, and delivery expenses to ensure program quality and capacity.
