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Division: Teaching and Learning Services

Office:  Career Readiness

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Purpose: 

It is the intent of the Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) – SkillsUSA Year 4/4 continuation grant program to identify an organization to provide statewide leadership (state advisors) for the Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) identified below. CTSOs are student-led organizations that develop student competencies and career readiness designed to 1) prepare them for success in environments in different broad industry areas, 2) gain self-confidence and pride in their work and accomplishments, 3) learn good leadership qualities and skills, and 4) identify and make realistic career choices that encourage individual achievement and recognition. Local chapters of a CTSO are established at LEAs serving secondary students.

SkillsUSA (SkillsUSA) empowers its members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens.

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) has established a four-year grant program. This continuation grant program is open to Somerset County Vocational School District.

Based on the availability of FY26 State Vocational Aid funds, this fourth year of this four-year grant program will begin September 1, 2025, and will end on August 31, 2026.

 

 

Eligible Agencies: Somerset County Vocational School District

Grant Type: Continuation

Number of Award(s) Anticipated: 1

Total Amount Available: $158,500

Application Due Date: 8/5/2025