VALEES mini-grants awards are available to support Career and Technical Education Programs of Study. Mini-grant projects must align with at least two of the elements of a High Quality Program of Study Framework from the Association for Career and Technical Education.

Read the framework descriptions https://www.acteonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/HighQualityCTEFramework2018.pdf

Requirements
Elements of a high quality Program of Study (minimum of two)

Standards aligned and integrated curriculum
Sequencing and articulation
Student assessment
Prepared and effective program staff
Engaging instruction
Access and equity
Facilities, equipment, technology and materials
Business and community partnerships
Student career development
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)
Work-based Learning (WBL)
Data and program improvement