Perkins V: Today's Skills, Tomorrow's Careers

Today's Skills, Tomorrow's Careers

On July 31, 2018, President Trump signed the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act into lawThis bill amends the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (Perkins IV) and this amended act is now referred to as Perkins V.

Regional Education Service Centers and Workforce Development BoardsThe passage of Perkins V provides new opportunities to improve Career and Technical Education (CTE) and enables more flexibility for Connecticut to meet the unique needs of our learners, educators and employers. 

Perkins Modification Budget Steps

CLNA Update Template

CLNA Update

Resources:

Perkins V Timeline - Key Dates

Career and Technical Education Unit

Carl D. Perkins V Timeline 2025-26 Date
Local grant application submitted via eGMS 1/16/26
Desk Audit Notification Desk Audit Informational Form 03/13/26
Intent to Apply Memo to Superintendents and College Presidents 04/10/26
Last day to submit Budget Modification Proposals to CSDE 05/29/26
Intent to Apply Qualtrics Survey due to CSDE 06/05/26
Desk Audit materials due to CSDE 06/05/26
Last Day to encumber grant funds 06/26/26
Desk Audit feedback due to recipients 07/10/26
Last Day to liquidate Perkins funds 08/31/26
Resources for Perkins V
High School Secure Data Link for Appendix C: Performance Data Overview Template
Video: 2020 Perkins Secondary and Postsecondary Grant Application Instructions
2020 Perkins Secondary and Postsecondary grant application instructions

This Perkins V training video pertains to the use of eGrants Management system that eligible recipients will be using to write the on-line Perkins V grant this year.  The video depicts the application process as well as useful tips when entering information into the system. Should questions arise please contact Associate Education Consultant Kyllie Freeman at Kyllie.Freeman@ct.gov

Video Resources on Perkins V

Perkins V: Local Application 2020-21

Perkins V: An Introduction

This recorded webinar provides secondary schools and postsecondary institutions important information pertaining to the new Perkins V legislative requirements. Download the presentation.

Overview of the Business, Marketing, and Finance Standards - webinar by MBA Research and Curriculum Center

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Career and Technical Education

Career and Technical Education (CTE) provides students of all ages with the academic, technical skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in future careers and to become lifelong learners. CTE encompasses a wide range of activities to provide students with skills demanded in the labor market while preparing them for post-secondary degrees. Activities include not only hands-on learning, specific career-oriented classes, but also internships, apprenticeships and in-school programs designed to foster work readiness skills. Today’s rigorous and relevant CTE prepares students for a wide range of high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand careers.

Go to the Career and Technical Education page

Personal Finance Resources
Advance CTE

Career and Technical Education

Please visit Advance CTE for high-quality resources on CTE implantation, research, professional development, case making and advocacy.

Career and Work-Based Learning
Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO)
Department of Labor

Connecticut Department of Labor

Please visit the Connecticut Department of Labor to access their guide to career decision-making and other valuable resources.  The Connecticut Career Paths publication is created to provide you the information about the skills and training to prepare yourself for a successful career in one of over 340 occupations in the state.

  • The Connecticut Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship Training created a map to assist students in navigating multiple, flexible pathways leading to the obtainment of industry-recognized credentials, pre-apprenticeships/apprenticeships, and postsecondary credits.
  • Labor Market Information
  • The Connecticut Economic Digest is published monthly by the Connecticut Department of Labor, Office of Research, and the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development. Its purpose is to regularly provide users with a comprehensive source for the most current, up-to-date data available on the workforce and economy of the state, within perspectives of the region and nation.
     
United States Department of Education
Connecticut State Department of Education