Perkins V Grant

Perkins Documents

• LCC Perkins V Grant SharePoint (Note: LCC employee login credentials is required to view SharePoint space)
• Perkins V Grant Guidebook
  

Who is eligible to apply for Perkins Funding?

LCC academic programs designated by the State of Michigan as State-approved Occupational Programs are eligible to apply for Perkins funding for instructional equipment and projects, as well as professional development and training. Perkins funding is also used to support special population students enrolled in State-approved occupational programs through tuition grants, and other support services.

How do I know if my program is a State-approved Occupational Program?

You can confirm your program is a State-approved Occupational Program and eligible to receive Perkins V funding by contacting your Perkins Steering Committee Representative, Penny Tucker, or Tricia McKay.

What can Perkins funding be used for?

The purpose of Perkins V funding is to develop, coordinate, implement, and improve Career and Technical Education in Occupational Programs. Funding requests should meet the needs identified in LCC’s Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment, assist with improving and strengthening the Core Performance Indicators, and be used when other funding sources are not available.

Perkins funding may be used for:

For additional information, view the Michigan’s Department of Education, 2024-2025 Perkins V Use of Funds Guide. (Cited from the State of Michigan, Department of Education, Perkins V website) 

What should my program consider before applying for Perkins funding?

Before applying for Perkins V funding, programs should consider the following questions: 

• Does the activity address a core performance indicator that is deficient?
• Is the activity new or does it improve or expand an existing program?
• Does this activity support the development of a new or existing program of study/pathway?
• Are there data to support the identified need for the proposed activity, and can the impact of Perkins V funding be measured?
• Does this activity address “Required Uses” of Perkins V funds (Perkins Act, Section 135)?
• How long has Perkins V funded the activity?
• Was the activity funded during the previous year by non-Perkins funds?
• Is the activity required by federal, state, or local law?

Students

If you're a part-time or full-time student enrolled in a State-approved occupational program, the Perkins V Grant can help you heighten your career knowledge in your chosen field and gain the academic, vocational, and personal skills you need to perform well on the job. These free, individually tailored supportive services include:

• Comprehensive personal career guidance and counseling, including vocational assessments and job search assistance
• Career exploration and planning workshops
• Internship opportunities
• Child Care Assistance Attendance costs (tuition and fees) Transportation costs, costs of uniforms or other supplies, as well as other approved items that will limit the barrier to attendance
• Services for students with disabilities, such as but is not limited to:  testing and other accommodations, technical support, in-class assistance, and other services that would be an appropriate accommodation as needed by the individual student
• Academic and occupational tutoring services that are specifically designed for Perkins students and include the use of interactive computer software and technical equipment
• ESL (English as a Second Language) advising tailored to Perkins program participants
• Additional instruction outside of class for students pursuing health-related careers
• Support services for economically disadvantaged, displaced homemakers and single parents, limited English speaking, non-traditional and educationally disadvantaged students

For additional information, view the Center for Student Support webpage, call 517-483-1924, email, or visit at:
Downtown Campus
Gannon Building
411 N. Grand Ave
Lansing, MI 48933.

Occupational Programs at LCC

All programs listed below are occupational. Students enrolled in State-approved occupational programs may be eligible for support services. Those listed below in bold represents it is a State-approved (S) occupational program to which Perkins V funding may be available.

If your program would like to become a state-approved (S) occupational program, please contact the Perkins Coordinator.

Core Performance Indicators (CPI)

Under Perkins V, states are required to report annually on the following core indicators of performance. States are also required to report disaggregated data on the performance of students by gender, race/ethnicity, special population categories, and career clusters. 

Retrieved from Perkins Collaborative Resource Network.

1P1: Postsecondary Retention and Placement (Perkins IV 3P1 & 4P1)

The percentage of CTE concentrators who, during the second quarter after program completion, remain enrolled in postsecondary education, are in advanced training, military service, or a service program that receives assistance under title I of the National and Community Service Act of 1990, are volunteers as described in section 5(a) of the Peace Corps Act, or are placed or retained in employment.

• Numerator: Number of CTE concentrators who, during the second quarter after program exit 1) remain enrolled in postsecondary education, or 2) are in advanced training, or 3) are in military service, or 4) are in a service program that receives assistance under title I of the National and Community Service Act of 1990, or 5) are volunteers as described in section 5(a) of the Peace Corps Act, or 6) are placed or retained in employment.
• Denominator: Number of CTE concentrators who exited a program in the reporting year.

2P1: Earned Recognized Postsecondary Credential (Perkins IV 1P1 & 2P1)

The percentage of CTE concentrators who receive a recognized postsecondary credential during participation in or within one year of program completion.

• Numerator: Number of CTE concentrators who received a recognized postsecondary credential 1) during participation in, or 2) within one year of program exit.
• Denominator: Number of CTE concentrators who: 1) are enrolled in a CTE program of study, or 2) exited a program of study in the reporting year.

3P1: Non-traditional Program Enrollment (Perkins IV 5P1 & 5P2)

The percentage of CTE concentrators in career and technical education programs and programs of study that lead to non-traditional fields.

• Numerator: Number of CTE concentrators enrolled in programs leading to a non-traditional field for their gender.
• Denominator: All CTE concentrators of any gender enrolled in a CTE program leading to a non-traditional field.

Definitions

CTE = Career and Technical Education

CTE Concentrator

A postsecondary student who:

• Earned at least 12 credits within a career and technical education program or program of study; or
• Completed such a program if the program encompasses fewer than 12 credits or the equivalent in total.

Exiter

A CTE concentrator who is no longer enrolled in a CTE program of study.

Non-Traditional Fields

Occupations or fields of work, such as careers in computer science, technology, and other current and emerging high skill occupations, for which individuals from one gender comprises less than 25 percent of the individuals employed in each such occupation or field of work.

Special Populations - the term “special populations” means -

• individuals with disabilities;
• individuals from economically disadvantaged families, including low-income youth and adults;
• individuals preparing for non-traditional fields;
• single parents, including single pregnant women;
• out-of-workforce individuals;
• English learners;
• homeless individuals described in section 725 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act;
• youth who are in, or have aged out of, the foster care system; and
• youth with a parent who -
  • is a member of the armed forces; and
  • is on active duty.

Resources and History

• Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006
• Learn more about Perkins V Michigan State plan
• Perkins Consolidated Annual Report (CAR)
• Video Tutorials:
  • Perkins V Core Performance Indicators

Who do I contact if I have questions about Perkins V?

If you have questions about Perkins V, the application process, or completing reports, review the Perkins V Grant Guidebook, or contact Tricia McKay or Penny Tucker. You can also contact your Division Perkins Steering Committee representative, Associate Dean/Program Director, and Dean.  They are willing and able to assist you with questions, needs, and concerns. 

PERKINS COORDINATOR:

Tricia McKay
Program Director, Child Development and Early Education
LCC-Perkins-Application@star.lcc.edu 

PERKINS SUPPORT / SHAREPOINT ACCESS:

Penny Tucker
Project Coordinator, Academic Affairs
LCC-Perkins-Application@star.lcc.edu 

PERKINS STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS: