PERKINS FUNDING 

The purpose of the Carl D. Perkins grant is to develop more fully, the academic, career, and technical skills of secondary education students who enroll in CTE programs. Our district goals, to meet the provisions of the grant, include:

• integrating academics with CTE programs using a coherent sequence of courses
• linking CTE at the secondary and postsecondary levels
• providing students with strong experience in and understanding of all aspects of an industry
• developing, improving, or expanding the use of technology in CTE programs
• initiating, improving, expanding, and modernizing quality CTE programs, including relevant technology
• providing services and activities that are of sufficient size, scope, and quality to be effective
• providing activities to prepare special populations for high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand occupations that will lead to self-sufficiency

Allowable purchases

Please note that the CHS CTE department works diligently in trying  to enhance CTE programs. However, please know that the Career Readiness department is obligated to meet the grant and district parameters when making purchases. The following items are not allowed for purchase using Perkins funds:

• Consumables. Consumables are intended to be used up and then replaced. Examples include paper, ink, CO2 cartridges, replacement batteries, toner, and replacement printer cartridges.
• Furniture
• Vehicles, trailers, and mowers