Agenda Item
a. Approval of the FY2026 Carl Perkins V Improvement Grant for Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) (Not to exceed $1,267,752)
Summary: Presented by: Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the 2026 Carl Perkins V Improvement Grant application in the amount of $1,267,752 that provides funding to improve Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs throughout the DeKalb County School District.
Why: Carl Perkins V federal funds are for implementing new or improving existing Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) initiatives. Approval of the Perkins Grant application is vital for the DeKalb County School District to provide high-quality CTAE programs throughout the school district.
Details: The following are CTAE improvement strategies to enhance instruction during the 2025-2026 school year.
Mandated Grant Activities
Strengthen academic and technical skills of students in career pathways.
Provide Work-Based Learning (WBL) opportunities for students
Make available student industry credentials and certifications as well as employer connections
Provide professional development for teachers, counselors, and administrators
Initiate, improve, and expand CTAE programs and pathways
Provide career pathway services and activities
Coordinate postsecondary transition
Serve special populations with career pathway instruction
Evaluate CTAE programs and pathways using the following core indicators
*(See DeKalb’s performance levels below)
Perkins Core Indicators
2024 District Performance Rate
State Determined Target Performance Rate
1S1 - Four-Year Graduation Cohort Rate
97%
91%
1S2 - Extended Graduation Rate
95%
95%
2S1 - Academic Proficiency - Reading/Language Arts
71%
71%
2S2 - Academic Proficiency - Mathematics
47%
71%
2S3 - Academic Proficiency - Science
59%
71%
3S1 - Post-Program Placement
95%
95%
4S1 - Nontraditional Program Concentration
17%
7%
5S3 - Participation in Work-Based Learning
33%
31%
5S4 - CTAE Pathway Completion
44%
36%
5S5 - Credentials of Value
54%
53%
Financial impact: The Perkins V Grant will be available upon Board approval to improve CTAE instruction within the DeKalb County School District. The grant allocation for 2025-2026 is $1,267,752. The Perkins V Grant requires matching funds from the local district.
School Year
Allocation Amounts
2022-2023 (FY23)
$1,437,254
2023-2024 (FY24)
$1,390,462
2024-2025 (FY25)
$1,362,329
2025-2026 (FY26)
$1,267,752 (awarded)
Charge Code: 406.1000.445200.38321.7940.3324.8010.035.2024
Contact: Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum & Instruction, 678.676.0731,
Dr. Sean R. Tartt, Deputy Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum & Instruction, 678-676-0731,
Dr. Rose Prejean-Harris, Assistant Superintendent (6-12), Division of Curriculum & Instruction, 678-676-0731,
Mrs. Doryiane Gunter, Director, CTAE & STEM/STEAM Programs, Division of Curriculum & Instruction, 678.676.0451
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs
DATE RECEIVED: ______________
MATTER ASSIGNED TO: _________
Request for Legal Assistance
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DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
Title of Item/Topic:
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FY2026 Carl Perkins V Improvement Grant for Career Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Approval
(e.g., contract review, policy matter, etc.)
08/11/25
Date of request: ___________ 08/15/25 (Allow 3 to 5 business days)
Due Date: ___________
Carl Perkins V federal funds are for implementing new or improving existing Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) initiatives
Background information/Detail: __________________________________________________________
Approval of the Perkins Grant application is vital for the DeKalb County School District to provide high-quality CTAE programs throughout the district.
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PROCUREMENT DETAILS (if applicable)
Include details confirming that all applicable DCSD procurement policies and requirements have been
NA
adhered to: ____________________________________________________________________________
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Please attach/include any additional supporting documentation that are relevant to your request.
The FY26 Perkins V Grant Award Letter, FY26 Perkins Plus Award Letter, Board Agenda Item
Description of supporting documentation, if any ____________________________________________
REQUIRED AUTHORIZATION
Doryiane Gunter
Requested by: _____________________________________________________________________
doryiane_gunter@dekalbschoolsga.org
Email: __________________________ 678-676-0451
Telephone: ____________________________________
Curriculum & Instruction/CTAE
Department: _______________________________________________________________________
Ms. Stacy Stepney, Chief Academic Officer
Cabinet Member authorizing the request: _______________________________________________
LEGAL APPROVAL
Approved as to form by the DCSD Office of Legal Affairs? ☐ Yes ☐ No
-OR- (check one only)
Approved as to form by Outside Legal Counsel? ☐ Yes ☐ No
*Referrals to Outside Legal Counsel must be coordinated and approved by the DCSD Legal Dept.
Approving Attorney (and law firm if Outside Counsel ____________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________________
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