Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st C

The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act, also known as Perkins V, is an initiative managed by the Florida Department of Education designed to enhance the academic and career and technical skills of secondary education students. A primary focus of this program is the support of Career and Technical Student Organizations, which includes preparing students for and facilitating their participation in technical skills competitions that align with established program standards and curriculum. Under solicitation Q0101, the Florida Association and Foundation of FCCLA, Inc. was granted a project award in the amount of 59,295.00 dollars. This award is part of a larger funding pool of 900,000 dollars allocated for the program. The budget and performance period for this specific award runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with the official notification signed on October 19, 2026.