Perkins Discussion

Pick a table topic that interests you. You will have an opportunity to join another

table later. Topics available:

- Programs of Study - Business Engagement

- Work-based Learning - Accountability

- Guidance & Counseling - Innovation

- Funding Formula - Special Populations

- State & Local Plans - Consortia

- Professional Development  - Research

#NPS15

PERKINS REAUTHORIZATIO

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Current Status

Very little activity last year – really nothing new since last NPS

On the docket for this year, but… Not on either Chair’s priority list Hope for bipartisan action

Key Themes

Labor market alignment Public-private partnerships Secondary-postsecondary connections Performance/accountability Innovation/best practices

ACTE Activities

Now working on specific legislative language

Working closely with congressional staff; particularly Caucus and Committees

Forming coalitions and partnerships with groups interested in the law

Organizing school visits and briefings for Hill staff, educational briefings for press, etc.

ACTE Guiding Principles

1. Redefine the Federal Role in CTE2. Target Expenditures3. Define Program Quality Elements4. Ensure Relevant and Consistent Data5. Offer Incentives for Innovation6. Provide the Infrastructure to Support

the System

Perkins Discussion

Pick a table topic that interests you. You will have an opportunity to join another

table later. Topics available:

- Programs of Study - Business Engagement

- Work-based Learning - Accountability

- Guidance & Counseling - Innovation

- Funding Formula - Special Populations

- State & Local Plans - Consortia

- Professional Development  - Research