FY2027: Career and Technical Education (CTE) Partnership Planning Grant and Career Technical Education (CTE) Program Planning Grant
Forecasted
This grant from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education funds planning and development of new or expanded CTE programs, fostering partnerships and innovative pathways for students.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Intent to Apply, SY27–28) | October 2027 (Intent to Apply, SY26–27 Application Supplement) | August 2027 (Full application due) | October 2027 (Part A due) | March 2027 (Part B due) | May 2027 (Part B desk review) | June 2027 (All designation requirements)
Funding Amounts: Approximately $1,000,000 per grant option; project duration through June 2027; actual awards may vary.
Summary: Supports planning and development of new or expanded Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in Massachusetts, emphasizing collaboration, resource integration, and increased student access.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
This grant program provides competitive funding to support Massachusetts districts, charter schools, and educational collaboratives in planning, developing, and expanding Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The initiative aims to increase student access to high-quality CTE opportunities, particularly for underserved populations, by fostering regional and local partnerships, integrating existing resources, and encouraging collaboration with industry and workforce development partners. Funding is available for both partnership planning (Option 1, Fund Code 0412) and program planning (Option 2, Fund Code 0422), with a focus on innovative program models, professional development, and sustainable pathways aligned with labor market needs.
