Student Completion Awards (CTE Certifications)
Eligibility
Wisconsin public school districts where students earn approved industry-recognized CTE certifications. Districts receive $500 per qualifying student.
Program Goals
Wisconsin's Student Completion Awards reward districts for each student who earns an approved CTE certification, incentivizing schools to build strong CTE pathways that lead to real workforce credentials.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Formula program. Districts receive awards automatically when eligible students earn approved certifications. Contact Wisconsin DPI for reporting requirements.
Cycle Notes
Annual formula distribution through Wisconsin DPI.
Grant Award Amount
$500 per eligible student certification. Formula distribution — no competitive application.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- CodeCTRL controller with display for micro:bit — a handheld game-style controller for interactive games and physical computing
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Which CTE certifications qualify for Student Completion Awards?
Approved industry-recognized certifications. Check dpi.wi.gov/cte for the current approved list.
How do Wisconsin districts receive Student Completion Awards?
Formula distribution. Districts report eligible certifications to DPI and receive $500 per student.
What can districts do with Student Completion Award funds?
Funds can support CTE program improvement including equipment and curriculum.
How much does this program distribute statewide?
Depends on statewide student certification numbers annually.
How can Forward Education help?
Our coding kits support technology CTE pathways that lead to certifications qualifying for Student Completion Awards.
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 — Wisconsin 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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