Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment
Eligibility
Any Texas school district offering TEA-approved CTE courses can receive the CTE allotment. Eligibility is triggered automatically when students are enrolled in properly coded CTE courses in PEIMS. Districts must ensure their courses are coded correctly to receive the full allotment.
- Eligible: All Texas districts with approved CTE courses
- Courses must be coded with approved CTE codes in PEIMS
- Computer science, coding, robotics, and cybersecurity courses commonly qualify
- No separate application - funding is automatic based on enrollment
Program Goals
Texas provides a 2x per-pupil funding weight for students enrolled in approved Career and Technical Education courses. Each CTE student generates roughly twice the base allotment in state funding. For districts with large CTE enrollment in technology and computing courses, the additional revenue is significant.
TEA approves specific CTE course codes that trigger the 2x weight. Courses in computer science, coding, robotics, cybersecurity, and physical computing pathways are commonly approved. PEIMS coding must be correct or the district loses the funding.
Application and Distribution
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents - TEKS and state standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing - classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support - documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence - ready-to-use program outlines
Grant Award Amount
At a base allotment of roughly $6,160 per pupil, the CTE weight adds approximately another $6,160 per student in an approved course. A school with 200 students in qualifying coding courses generates over $1.2 million in additional state funding annually. Even a modest CTE program creates meaningful budget room.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Classroom Kits — Classroom sets of programmable microcontrollers for hands-on coding and physical computing. Qualifies as K-12 CS hardware; supports standards-aligned programming instruction across grade levels.
- MicroChat — AI-powered classroom learning tool that introduces students to artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts. Qualifies for AI literacy, educational technology, and computer science grant programs.
- Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding curriculum connecting computer science to real-world community problems. Qualifies for CS education and digital literacy funding; builds computational thinking through authentic challenges.
Keep in Mind
The 2x CTE weight is triggered by PEIMS course codes. If your courses are miscoded, you lose the funding. Work with your district's PEIMS coordinator to verify course codes before each reporting period.
Many CS and coding courses qualify for CTE funding if properly structured and coded. Check TEA's current approved CTE course list to see if your courses already qualify or can be converted.
Walk your principal and curriculum director through the numbers. 200 CTE students in approved courses generates over $1.2 million in additional state funding. That revenue can fund equipment, teachers, and program expansion.
Unlike IMA, CTE allotment funds are general district revenue with no spending restrictions. This gives you flexibility to use the additional funding for any program need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment in Texas?
Any Texas school district offering TEA-approved CTE courses can receive the CTE allotment. Eligibility is triggered automatically when students are enrolled in properly coded CTE courses in PEIMS. Districts must ensure their courses are coded correctly to receive the full allotment. Eligible: All Texas districts with approved CTE courses Courses must be coded with approved CTE codes in PEIMS Computer science, coding, robotics, and cybersecurity courses commonly qualify No separate application -
How much funding is available through Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment?
~2x base per-pupil for each CTE student (~$6,160 additional). Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges and allocation details.
Can Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
Do schools need to apply for Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements. Curriculum alignment documents - TEKS and state standards mapped to our kits Program quotes and pricing - classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing Letters of support - documentation for grant applications Project ideas and scope-and-sequence - ready-to-use program outlines Talk to Our Team Free Resource
How can Forward Education help with Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Texas schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Allotment funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
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Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — TEKS, Common Core, and state standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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