Perkins V - Career & Technical Education
Eligibility
Districts & colleges with approved CTE programs
Program Goals
Perkins V funds career and technical education - robotics, engineering, and IT pathway equipment are standard uses. Your district's CTE director drafts the local Perkins application each spring.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
No application — raise it in district budget planning (spring) before July 1 allocations.
Cycle Notes
Formula to states then districts; local applications typically drafted in spring
Grant Award Amount
~$1.4B nationally; varies by state
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- CHARGE robotics (CTE pathways), CHARGE coding & robotics kits, Smart Solar Kit, Climate Action Kit
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Perkins V - Career & Technical Education in Florida?
Districts & colleges with approved CTE programs
How much funding is available through Perkins V - Career & Technical Education?
~$1.4B nationally; varies by state. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges.
Can Perkins V - Career & Technical Education funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Perkins V - Career & Technical Education 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.
How do Florida schools apply for Perkins V - Career & Technical Education?
No application — raise it in district budget planning (spring) before July 1 allocations.
How can Forward Education help with Perkins V - Career & Technical Education funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Florida schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Perkins V - Career & Technical Education funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
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 — Florida 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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