FY2027: High School Equivalency
Forecasted
The FY2027: High School Equivalency grant funds Massachusetts HSE Test Centers to improve test operations, technology, and equitable access, overseen by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027
Funding Amounts: ~$247,953 total; individual center awards range from ~$1,300 to ~$17,700 for one-year projects.
Summary: Supports Massachusetts High School Equivalency Test Centers with funds for operations, technology, and accommodations to enhance equitable test access and administration.
Key Information: Only approved HSE Test Centers in Massachusetts are eligible; funding is targeted and allocations are center-specific.
Description
This grant program provides state funding to assist the daily operations of approved High School Equivalency (HSE) Test Centers across Massachusetts. The funds are intended to cover costs related to test administration, technology upgrades, staffing, and accommodations for test takers, including those with disabilities and English language learners. The grant prioritizes support for centers in strategic transformation regions, with the goal of maintaining high standards and ensuring equitable access to HSE testing statewide.
