Project Grant V051F230063

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) was awarded a $2,238,250 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education under the Career and Technical Education -- National Programs (CFDA 84.051) to support the "Unlocking Pathways Wisconsin" initiative. This 1-year project aims to revolutionize Wisconsin's career readiness ecosystem by developing educational pathways, providing vocational training, enhancing STEM offerings, expanding dual enrollment and apprenticeship programs, and delivering integrated academic and career readiness curricula. The grant will enable DPI to implement innovative CTE models and expand access to STEM education and industry-recognized credentials, particularly targeting underserved populations and high-growth industries across the state.