1. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Tom Torlakson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Just the Facts Perkins IV Presented by: Carolyn Zachry Career Technical Education Administration and Management C-TEAM New Perkins Coordinator Training

2. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction WELCOME House keeping Schedule What to expect What do you expect?

3. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction AGENDA State Staff Introductions The Perkins Act and Purpose What is CTE A Look at Regulations Funding Flow CTE in California

4. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Background President signed into law August 12, 2006 Reauthorized through 2012 as Public Law 109- 270 Themes in Perkins IV: –Accountability and program improvement –Connections between secondary and postsecondary –Strong academic and technical integration –Strong focus on business and industry –Increased coordination with CTE system/community

5. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction THE ACT The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technology Education Improvement Act of 2006 is a grant to states, administered by the United States Department of Education (USDE), with a firm emphasis on accountability and program improvement.

6. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction PURPOSE The purpose of the Act is “to develop more fully the academic, career, and technical skills of secondary students and postsecondary students who elect to enroll in career and technical education programs, by:

7. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Building on the efforts of States and localities to develop challenging academic and technical standards and to assist students in meeting such standards, including preparation for high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations in current or emerging professions. PURPOSE continued

8. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction PURPOSE continued Promoting the development of services and activities that integrate rigorous and challenging academic and CTE instruction, and that link secondary education and postsecondary education for participating CTE students.

9. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction PURPOSE continued Increase State and local flexibility to providing services and activities designed to develop, implement, and improve CTE. Conducting and disseminating national research and disseminating information on best practices that improve CTE programs, services, and activities.

10. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction PURPOSE continued Providing technical assistance that: –Promotes leadership, initial preparation, and professional development at the State and local levels; and –Improves the quality of CTE teachers, faculty, administrators, and counselors

11. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction PURPOSE continued Supporting partnerships among secondary schools, postsecondary institutions, baccalaureate degree granting intuitions, area CTE schools, local workforce investment boards, business and industry, and intermediaries.

12. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Providing individuals with opportunities throughout their lifetimes to develop, in conjunction with other education and training programs, the knowledge and skills needed to keep the United States competitive. PURPOSE continued

13. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Spirit of the Law Leading CTE into the 21 st century –Ensuring modern, durable and rigorous CTE programs –Program improvement –Global competition

14. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction So, what is CTE? Emphasis on preparation for post- secondary education and employment Preparation not just on ‘job’ preparation but on ‘academic and technical’ preparation Increased emphasis on achievement of a degree, certificate or credential

15. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Section 135 Regulations The purpose of the funds is to: Improve Career Technical Education Nine mandatory elements 20 permissive uses of the funds

16. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Perkins IV Mandatory Program Elements - Section 135(b) Academic Integration: strengthen the academic and CTE skills of students participating in CTE programs by strengthening the academic and career technical components through integration of academics with CTE Programs of Study: link CTE at the secondary level and CTE at the postsecondary level All Aspects of the Industry: provide students with strong experience in, and understanding of, all aspects of an industry

17. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Perkins IV Mandatory Program Elements - Section 135(b) Use of Technology: develop, improve, or expand the use of technology in CTE Quality CTE Programs: Initiate, improve, expand and modernize quality CTE programs.

18. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Perkins IV Mandatory Program Elements - Section 135(b) Professional Development: provide professional development programs to teachers, faculty, administrators, and career guidance and academic counselors who are involved in integrated CTE programs Evaluating CTE Programs: develop and implement evaluations of the CTE programs, including an assessment of how the needs of special populations are being met.

19. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Perkins IV Mandatory Program Elements - Section 135(b) Sufficient size, scope, and quality: provide services and activities that are of sufficient size, scope, and quality to be effective. Special Populations: develop and implement evaluations of the CTE programs including an assessment of how the needs of special populations are being met.

20. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction California State Plan Requirements Chapter Five Pages 219 – 228 www.wested. org/cteplan

21. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction 1.Program of Study As mandated by Section 122(c)(1)(A) of Perkins IV, each LEA receiving Section 131 or 132 funds must have at least one program of study in place to receive Perkins IV funds. The Program of Study must have been included in the Local CTE Plan. 2. Sequence(s) of courses that provides students with coherent and rigorous content State Policies for CTE Programs State Plan, Chapter Five

22. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction State Policies for CTE Programs State Plan, Chapter Five 3.Be staffed by qualified CTE teachers 4.Focus on current/emerging high skill, high wage / high demand occupations 5.Be aligned with California’s CTE Model Curriculum Standards and Framework 6.Have extensive business and industry involvement, i.e. a district advisory committee (EC 8070)

23. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction State CTE Program Requirements 7. Provide for certification of students who achieve industry-recognized skill and knowledge requirements 8.Be aligned with applicable feeder and advanced-level instruction in the same career pathway. 9.Integrate the development of CTE and academic skills

24. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction State CTE Program Requirements 10.Provide practical applications and experiences through actual/simulated work-based learning assignments 11.Provide for equitable access and needed support services of all students, including special populations and those preparing for nontraditional occupations.

25. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction 12. Include planned career awareness and exploration experiences. 13. Provide for the development of student leadership skills through an established career technical student organization or an alternate strategy 14.Use annual evaluation results to determine program improvements, modifications, and professional development activities for staff State CTE Program Requirements

26. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction 15.Have a systematic plan for promoting the program to all concerned groups, including, but not limited to, students, parents, counselors, site and district administrators, and postsecondary educational agencies. State CTE Program Requirements

27. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Distribution of Funds 123 Million to California Funds are Split between Secondary and Postsecondary students Funds are Split between California Department of Education and the Community Colleges Chancellors Office

28. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction How the Funds are Distributed Basic State Grant: –Local Assistance 85% –State Leadership – 10% 1% for state institutions $150,000 for nontraditional training –State Administration – 5%

29. Federal Funds $96,301,155 Secondary $41,898,096 40.51% Postsecondary $54,403,059 59.49% Adult Programs $5,094,215 9.36% College Programs $49,308,844 90.64% California Department Of Education $46,992,311 48.80% Community Colleges Chancellors Office $49,3086,844 51.20% Split based on comparative enrollments in CTE courses Distribution based on number of economically disadvantaged adults enrolled in CTE Adult Schools and ROCP Adult Programs $5,094,215 High Schools $41,898,096 Funds distributed based on Formula defined in the Act Perkins Local Assistance Fund Distribution 2013–14 State Allocation = $113,295,476 85% = $96,301,155

30. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction The Process Annual application – due May or June File fiscal reimbursement claims each quarter Submit accountability data on program participation, completion, and placement

31. Timeline Due DateFormName of Application, Claim or Report Sept 1VE-5Quarterly Claim for fourth quarter April 1 through June 30 and funds not previously claimed October 15CDE 20Regional Occupational Centers and Programs (ROC/P) and Adult Education Submission of Economically Disadvantaged Adult Enrollment Report to Establish Eligibility for the Section 132 Funds October 15 (Data System opens July 1 and closes Oct. 15) CDE 101 E1Career Technical Education Enrollment and Program Completion Report October 31VE-5Quarterly Claim for first quarter July 1 through September 30 January 31VE-5Quarterly Claim for second quarter October 1 through December 31 March 10CDE 21ROC/P and Adult Education Submission of Report on Fall-Term Enrollment in Career and Technical Education Courses March 10 (Data System opens Jan. 1 and closes March 10) CDE 101 E-2Placement Report on the Career Technical Education Program Completers April 30VE-5Quarterly Claim for third quarter January 1 through March 31 May or JuneCDE 100Application for Funds

32. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction

33. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction For More Information Perkins Web page: www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/pk Main Phone number Program and Administrative Support Office: 916-324-5706 Perkins E-mail Address: perkins@cde.ca.gov

34. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Jack O’Connell, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction Questions