FY2027: Middle School Career Connected Learning – Fund Code 0424
Funds support Massachusetts middle schools to develop integrated academic and career development programs that build student self-awareness, career exploration, and employability skills through the MyCAP framework.
Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates: July 15, 2026 (Questions deadline) | July 25, 2026 (Full application submission)
Funding Amounts: ~$500,000 total; up to $15,000 per middle school, max $75,000 per district (5 schools), project period through June 30, 2027
Summary: Funds Massachusetts middle schools to develop integrated academic and career development programs that foster student self-awareness and career exploration.
Key Information: Application must be submitted in GEM$ and reach LEA Superintendent/Chief Executive Approved step by deadline.
Description
This grant supports Massachusetts middle schools in designing and implementing comprehensive career connected learning experiences that integrate academic, personal, social/emotional, and career development. The program emphasizes a whole-school approach to building student self-awareness, exploring diverse career options, and developing key employability skills such as teamwork and communication. Activities should be aligned with the My Career and Academic Plan (MyCAP) framework and the state’s career development model, ensuring intentional connection to high school career planning processes. Funding may be used to create a MyCAP middle school scope and sequence, develop career-connected lessons and activities, and support professional development for staff.
