Formula Grant 25E55EP000010

The Board of Regents Montana received a $6.74 million formula grant from the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration under the Career and Technical Education – Basic Grants to States program (CFDA 84.048) effective July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This award supports the development and enhancement of career and technical education (CTE) pathways for secondary and postsecondary students across Montana. As the state's eligible agency, the Board of Regents serves as the pass-through entity, distributing subgrants to local educational agencies, area CTE schools, and postsecondary institutions throughout the state after setting aside funds for state administration and leadership activities.

The grant funds support core CTE activities aligned with the Perkins V legislation framework, including curriculum development, equipment acquisition, educator professional development, and student support services that build academic knowledge, technical skills, and employability competencies in high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand occupations. The Board of Regents' historical track record demonstrates consistent delivery of CTE programming across Montana's major metropolitan areas including Billings, Great Falls, Havre, and Missoula, positioning this award to continue and expand upon established career readiness initiatives that support secondary and postsecondary students in meeting current labor market demands.