Public Comment Deadline for Revised Information Collection Requests

https://octae.ed.gov/events/public-comment-deadline-revised-information-collection-requests

The Department recently published notices in the Federal Register inviting public comments  on proposed revisions to the Department’s two principal information collections for the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (Perkins V): (1) the Perkins V State Plan Guide (OMB #1830-0029), which collects State Plans, plan revisions, and State-determined performance levels for the core indicators of performance;  and (2) the Perkins V Consolidated Annual Report (CAR) (OMB #1830-0569), which collects data on student participation in CTE, the use of Perkins V funds, and the progress of States in achieving State-determined levels of performance.  The Department is proposing to make

CTE Makeover Challenge

https://octae.ed.gov/initiatives/cte-makeover-challenge

About the ChallengeThe U.S. Department of Education (ED) invited schools to enter the CTE Makeover Challenge by submitting a design for a CTE makerspace.A makerspace is an environment or facility that provides resources, materials, and equipment for students to conceive, create, and collaborate through making. Making refers to a hands-on learning approach that encourages students to imagine, create, and tinker through the process of manufacturing, testing, and demonstrating their ideas. Through making, educators enable students to immerse themselves in problem-solving and the continuous refinement of their projects while learning essential 21st-century career skills, such as critical thinking, planning, and communication. ED sought models of CTE makerspaces across a wide range of facility

EdSim Challenge

https://octae.ed.gov/initiatives/edsim-challenge

About the ChallengeSimulated environments, such as virtual and augmented reality, 3D simulations, and multiplayer video games, are emerging approaches to deliver educational content. Research indicates that simulation-based learning provides students with enriched experiences in information retention, engagement, skills acquisition, and learning outcomes.As such, the EdSim Challenge sought next-generation educational simulations that strengthen academic, technical, and employability skills. The Department was most interested in immersive and engaging simulations that include clearly defined learning goals and build diverse skill sets.The purpose of this Challenge was to stimulate the marketplace for computer-generated virtual and augmented reality educational experiences that combine

2022 Dear Colleague Letter Regarding Use of American Rescue Plan Funds for Career Pathway

https://octae.ed.gov/announcements/2022-dear-colleague-letter-regarding-use-american-rescue-plan-funds-career-pathway

The purpose of this letter is to describe how states and local educational agencies (LEAs) can continue to respond to the ongoing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic by using funds appropriated under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) and the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act to develop and expand pathways to student success after high school by investing in efforts to: Expand access to dual enrollment opportunities so that every young person can earn college credit in high school and get a head start in earning a postsecondary credential. Provide strong career and college advisement and navigation supports so that every young person can graduate high school with actionable postsecondary and career plans and the skills and resources

Estimated Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 State Allocations under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006, as amended by the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V)

https://octae.ed.gov/announcements/estimated-fiscal-year-fy-2021-state-allocations-under-carl-d-perkins-career-and

Review the memo detailing estimated Fiscal Year 2021 Perkins State Allocations.Click here to learn more.