Carl Perkins Grant Management
The Carl D. Perkins Act aims to enhance the quality of career and technical education (CTE) programs at the local level. CESA 9 serves as the fiscal agent, responsible for administering Carl D. Perkins Act funds to participating school districts.
In accordance with grant guidelines, CESA 9 will retain a 5% administrative fee from each district's allocation. This fee supports essential fiscal responsibilities, including:
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Fund Management: Overseeing Carl D. Perkins Act funds, including budget development, monitoring, and claim submission as mandated by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
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Budgetary Oversight: Monitoring district expenditures to ensure timely and compliant spending and reimbursement claims.
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Reimbursement Processing: Providing timely reimbursement to districts for approved project expenditures.
Furthermore, CESA 9 will utilize grant funds to support consortium-wide grant management and reporting activities, such as:
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Grant Administration: Submitting the grant application and any necessary revisions.
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Reporting and Compliance: Preparing and submitting the required year-end report and coordinating the biennial Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA).
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Auditing and Oversight: Tracking and following up on all grant-related documentation, including an annual audit to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
Career & Technical Education Coordinator
Meets requirements of career & technical education coordinator. Local funds must be used.
CESA 9 offers comprehensive CTE coordination services to support participating districts in maximizing the impact of their Carl D. Perkins Act funds.
Our CTE coordination services provide districts with:
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Guidance: Receive specialized support in the planning, development, and implementation of high-quality CTE programs aligned with Carl D. Perkins Act requirements.
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Planning: Benefit from facilitated budget and program planning meetings and assistance with developing formal applications for the use of Carl D. Perkins Act funds.
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Technical Expertise: Access procedural and technical assistance, including support with the CTE reporting system and ongoing communication regarding relevant CTE issues, initiatives, and concerns.
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Professional Development: Participate in coordinated in-service opportunities focused on relevant CTE topics to enhance program quality and effectiveness.
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Effective Communication: Leverage CESA 9's established relationships with the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and regional technical colleges.
To discuss your district's specific CTE needs and obtain a consultation and cost estimate, please contact CESA 9.
