FY2027: High School Equivalency
The FY2027: High School Equivalency grant from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education funds technology, accommodations, and operations at approved HSE Test Centers to ensure high-quality testing.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 | June 2027
Funding Amounts: Approx. $247,953 total; typical awards per test center range from ~$1,300 to $17,700 for a one-year project.
Summary: Supports operational costs, test administration, accommodations, and technology at approved Massachusetts High School Equivalency Test Centers.
Key Information: Only approved HSE Test Centers in Massachusetts are eligible; submission via GEM$ system is required.
Description
This grant program provides state funding to support the essential day-to-day operations of approved High School Equivalency (HSE) Test Centers in Massachusetts. Funds are intended to cover a variety of costs including test administration, accommodations for students with disabilities and English language learners, technology upgrades, staffing, materials, and travel for professional development. The initiative aims to ensure accessible, high-quality testing environments and maintain the integrity of the high school equivalency testing process across the state.
