Mahoning County Joint Vocational School District

Mahoning County Joint Vocational School District is a U.S. local government entity and school district registered to receive federal grant awards since February 26, 2010. As a vocational school district, it primarily provides educational and workforce development services through various federal grant programs. The district offers career and technical education programs to prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers, focusing on workforce training and community development initiatives. Its comprehensive approach to vocational education and workforce preparation is evident through its involvement in multiple federal grant programs, including both prime awards and sub-awards for a range of educational and workforce development initiatives.

The district's federal grant activities encompass a diverse array of programs and funding sources. Its most recent prime award is a $285,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration under the Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending program, supporting workforce training and community development projects. The district also received multiple Formula Grants from the Office of Postsecondary Education in 2020 under the CARES Act, providing support for institutional needs and emergency financial aid for students during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a sub-recipient, Mahoning County Joint Vocational School District has consistently received Carl D. Perkins Secondary grants through the Ohio Department of Education, indicating ongoing involvement in career and technical education programs. Additionally, the district received sub-awards from the Governor's Emergency Education Relief Fund (GEER and GEER II) through the Executive Office of the State of Ohio, further supporting its educational mission during the pandemic. The district has also been involved in adult education initiatives, as evidenced by a sub-award for the Adult Basic Education and Family Literacy Act program. These diverse grant awards demonstrate the district's commitment to providing comprehensive educational services, including vocational training, adult education, and emergency support during challenging times.