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Perkins V Program Overview

In November 2018, a working group consisting of ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë and Minnesota Department of Education staff, the Minnesota Association for Career and Technical Education (MnACTE), the Minnesota Association for Career and Technical Administrators (MACTA), and consortium leaders developed a shared vision, mission, and strategic direction for Career and Technical Education (CTE) in Minnesota.

The ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë Plan incorporates this guidance and provides direction for the use of Perkins V funds across secondary, postsecondary, and adult education programs.

Minnesota’s Vision for Career and Technical Education

Advancing career and technical education empowers every learner to realize a rewarding career.

Mission

Quality career and technical education ensures every learner has access to career-connected learning through a network of knowledgeable partners.

Principles

We are committed to ensuring:

• Decision making informed by consideration of all learners and their needs
• Responsiveness to the evolving labor market

The vision, mission, and principles align with the state’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) strategic vision, goals, and strategies, reinforcing collaboration among state agencies engaged in workforce development.

Strategic Directions

The following strategic directions provide a clear path forward for CTE in Minnesota. Each strategic direction includes essential focus components.

Advancing Career and Technical Education

• Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment
• Accountability
• Outreach
• Awareness and communication

Career-Connected Learning

• Career pathways
• Programs of study
• Career preparation
• Work-based learning

Integrated Network

• Business and industry partnerships
• State and federal programs and agencies
• Educational partners
• Consortia, ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë, and MDE 

Equity and Inclusion

• Service partnerships
• Providing resources
• Data and data management

Knowledgeable Experts

• Professional development and technical assistance
• Licensure preparation programs
• Mentor and mentee relationships
• Consortia leadership

These five strategic directions were validated through stakeholder engagement and continue to guide the implementation of Minnesota’s Perkins V State Plan.