61v Michigan CTE Expansion Grant

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 Application Guidance – Step-by-step instructions for preparing all required documents and completing the NexSys submission. 
• 61v Grant Application Checklist – A concise list of all documents, uploads, and budget elements needed for a complete application. 

Technical Assistance

For questions related to the grant, please contact   MDE-OCTE-Submissions@Michigan.gov. For questions related to the NexSys system, please contact MDE-NexSys-Applications@Michigan.gov.