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61v Michigan CTE Expansion Grant

61v Michigan CTE Expansion Grant

Important Updates

An issue has been identified affecting the budget feature in NexSys for the Michigan CTE Expansion Grant (Section 61v, Round 2). To ensure applicants can continue their work without delay, a solution has been implemented and was communicated in a memo on June 10, 2026.  This information will also be included in the MDE Thursday Communication on June 11, 2026. Districts applying for 61v funds, will continue entering all 61v‑funded items directly into NexSys using the standard budget feature. To address non-61v funds, all applicants must complete the Non‑61v Funds Budget Detail spreadsheet, located under Application Resources.

The Michigan Career and Technical Education (CTE) Expansion Grant (Section 61v, Round 2) is open from June 1, 2026, to July 1, 2026.

For questions related to the grant application, please contact MDE-OCTE-Submissions@Michigan.gov. For NexSys access issues only, please contact MDE-NexSys-Applications@Michigan.gov.

61v Michigan Career and Technical Education (CTE) Expansion Grant

The 61v Michigan CTE Expansion Grant provides funding to local and intermediate school districts (up to $400,000 per new CTE program) to expand student access to, and enrollment in, high-quality CTE programs aligned with high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand occupations through Section 61v of the State School Aid Act (2025-PA-0015).

Expansion Grant Goals:

  • Increase access to CTE programs in districts, particularly those in CTE deserts and/or areas with opportunity gaps.
  • Increase the number of CTE programs with CTE participation rates lower than predicted and/or those without a vocational millage that supports regional programs and services.
  • Ensure that all students explore potential career paths and acquire knowledge to advance their academic standing.
  • Increase postsecondary credentials by providing students with stackable credentials aligned with regional industry demands.
  • Increase the number of students who graduate from high school by engaging them in career-focused education and advisement, providing them with a clear pathway to future success.

How to Apply for the Grant

After reviewing the grant requirements (see Grant Criteria below under Application Resources) and confirming eligibility for a CTE Expansion Grant, applicants must prepare all required documents for each new CTE program and submit all materials through the NexSys grant application system. Below are new resources designed to help you complete your application.

 

61v CTE Expansion Grant Resources

Application Resources

Required Documents

The documents listed below must be completed and uploaded with the final application in NexSys:

  1. Completed Gap Calculation Form for Applying District - Do this first
  2. Microsoft Forms Application (61v Michigan CTE Expansion Grant Pre-Application Form)
  3. Program Assurances (New CTE Program Application Assurances)
  4. Superintendent Statement of Commitment
  5. Career Education Planning District (CEPD) Support Form

High School Resources

Middle School Resources

Technical Assistance

For questions related to the grant application, please contact MDE-OCTE-Submissions@Michigan.gov. For NexSys access issues only, please contact MDE-NexSys-Applications@Michigan.gov.