Career and technical education - basic grants to states

This Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education provides $6,504,159 to the Maine Department of Education to support career and technical education programs under the Career and Technical Education -- Basic Grants to States program (CFDA 84.048). The funding period is July 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.

Through sub-awards to various secondary schools, technical centers, and other educational institutions across Maine, the grant aims to develop more fully the academic, career, and technical skills of secondary and postsecondary students enrolled in career and technical education programs. Specifically, sub-awardees will use the funds to prepare students for postsecondary education placement, careers, and today's workforce needs through technical skills training and work-based learning opportunities in fields such as manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, and transportation. Notable sub-awardees include the Southern Penobscot Vocational School Region 4, Portland School Department, and Waldo County Technical Center.