{"id":5472,"date":"2026-05-01T17:00:04","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T17:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/?p=5472"},"modified":"2026-04-30T19:23:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T19:23:19","slug":"from-classroom-to-career-meeting-perkins-v-outcomes-with-language-proficiency-and-actfl-credentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/from-classroom-to-career-meeting-perkins-v-outcomes-with-language-proficiency-and-actfl-credentials\/","title":{"rendered":"From Classroom to Career: Meeting Perkins V Outcomes with Language Proficiency and ACTFL Credentials"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What is Perkins\u00a0V?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/careertech.org\/what-we-do\/engaging-policymakers\/federal-policy-agenda\/perkins-act\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Perkins V<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(officially\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) provides federal funding to states and local school districts to strengthen career and technical education (CTE). The legislation emphasizes raising both academic and technical outcomes for CTE students, improving alignment between secondary and postsecondary education, and increasing accountability. Through Perkins V, states and communities can advance their own CTE priorities, such as\u00a0supporting students from early career exploration through career preparation,\u00a0while responding to evolving workforce and economic demands.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins V is\u00a0meant to answer one big question:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Are students leaving school with skills they can\u00a0actually use\u00a0for jobs or further training?<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins V is not for general education alone. It\u00a0also\u00a0prioritizes\u00a0:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Career pathways<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Workforce preparation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Skills that employers value<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Meaningful credentials\u00a0for career success<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What is Perkins funding used for?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins funds can be used to support:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Career readiness programs (K-12 and postsecondary)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Industry-recognized credentials<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Assessment of technical and employability skills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Data collection and accountability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Equity and access (special populations)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alignment between education and workforce needs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins is focused on outcomes. Programs\u00a0utilizing\u00a0these funds\u00a0must show evidence that students are gaining measurable, usable skills.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What\u00a0are the\u00a0Perkins V\u00a0indicators?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins V\u00a0indicators are focused on\u00a0several\u00a0priorities, such as:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Career readiness &amp; employability:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students should graduate with demonstrable skills, not just course completion.\u00a0Programs must prepare learners for successful employment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Secondary and Postsecondary CTE Program Quality:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Programs must ensure students are developing skills aligned to labor market needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Accountability &amp; Performance Indicators:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">States and districts must report measurable outcomes tied to student success.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Equity &amp; Access:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Programs must ensure all learners\u00a0(especially special populations)\u00a0have\u00a0equitable\u00a0access to high-quality CTE.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Program Improvement &amp; Continuous Evaluation:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Programs must use data to evaluate and improve CTE programs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Employer &amp; Workforce Alignment:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CTE programs must align with employer needs and regional labor markets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Credential Attainment:\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Programs must increase the number of learners earning recognized credentials.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Where\u00a0do\u00a0language skills fit into Perkins?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.actfl.org\/advocacy-and-public-education\/making-languages-our-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">demand for multilingual workforce is growing<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, language\u00a0proficiency\u00a0has become\u00a0a workforce skill.\u00a0In many career pathways, language skills support\u00a0customer service, healthcare, education, public service, business, tourism,\u00a0logistics, international trade, community engagement, law enforcement, construction, and many more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins allows funding to be used when language skills are tied to\u00a0career pathways, employability, and industry or workforce readiness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why\u00a0do\u00a0ACTFL\u00a0proficiency\u00a0assessments align so well with Perkins V?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL\u00ae assessments, delivered exclusively through Language Testing International\u00ae (LTI), support key Perkins V requirements by\u00a0measuring\u00a0language\u00a0proficiency\u00a0as\u00a0it can be used as\u00a0a career-ready skill.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL\u00a0assessments\u00a0measure\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">what\u00a0learners\u00a0can\u00a0actually do<\/span><\/i><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins Focus: Employability.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins focuses on preparing\u00a0learners for successful employment.\u00a0ACTFL Assessments:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Certify language\u00a0proficiency\u00a0that\u00a0employers recognize and trust.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Support placement into bilingual roles and internships.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reinforce employability skills such as communication, problem solving, and cultural competence.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value\u00a0to\u00a0CTE Leaders:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students graduate with\u00a0portable, employer-facing credentials.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Language skills become visible, verifiable assets in the job market.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL\u00a0assessments\u00a0provide recognized credentials.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins Focus: Credentials attainment.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins values industry-recognized credentials.\u00a0ACTFL assessments:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Produce ACTFL\u00a0scores and\u00a0certificates&#8211;\u00a0industry-recognized credentials.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Are recognized across education, government, and industry\u00a0sectors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Can be embedded at program completion or graduation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value\u00a0to\u00a0CTE Leaders:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Expands the definition of credential attainment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increases student\u00a0unique\u00a0value\u00a0proposition\u00a0at graduation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL\u00a0assessments\u00a0support data, accountability, and reporting.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins Focus: Perkins performance indicators.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins requires programs to show measurable outcomes.\u00a0ACTFL assessments provide:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Standardized,\u00a0externally-validated\u00a0proficiency-based assessments.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Consistent measurement across programs, schools, and districts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Longitudinal data to track skill growth over time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Clear documentation, such as assessment reports and data visualization.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Skill-specific data (speaking, writing, reading, listening).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value\u00a0to\u00a0CTE Leaders:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reliable data for local and state reporting<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Clear evidence\u00a0of skill attainment beyond technical competencies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL\u00a0assessments\u00a0support equity and access goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins focus: Equitable skills recognition.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins emphasizes serving special populations.\u00a0ACTFL assessments:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Measure\u00a0proficiency\u00a0independently of how or where the language was learned.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recognize\u00a0and credential\u00a0skills heritage speakers already have.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provide credentialing opportunities for multilingual learners.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Are delivered on\u00a0WCAG 2.1 AA compliant\u00a0platforms,\u00a0and\u00a0streamlined accommodation processes\u00a0are also available.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value\u00a0to\u00a0CTE Leaders:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Promotes equity by\u00a0validating\u00a0skills students already possess<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Avoids bias inherent in self-reported language ability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL assessments measure\u00a0real-world language\u00a0proficiency.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins focus: Program quality.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins requires programs to ensure\u00a0students are developing skills aligned to labor market needs.\u00a0ACTFL assessments:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Measure\u00a0real-world language\u00a0proficiency,\u00a0not seat\u00a0time\u00a0or course completion.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Measure real-world communication\u00a0required\u00a0in\u00a0high-demand industries (healthcare, public safety, hospitality, human services, government).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provide\u00a0credentials alongside technical certifications.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value\u00a0to\u00a0CTE Leaders:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Demonstrates that language instruction contributes directly to employability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strengthens program relevance and credibility with workforce partners<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL assessments provide data-rich reporting.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins focus: Program improvement &amp; continuous evaluation.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins values\u00a0data that\u00a0evaluate and improve CTE programs.\u00a0ACTFL assessments provide:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Data-rich reporting at student, program, and district levels.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Insights to refine\u00a0instruction\u00a0and pathways.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Evidence to inform program expansion or redesign.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value\u00a0to\u00a0CTE Leaders:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Turns assessment into a decision-making tool<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Supports continuous improvement cycles<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ACTFL assessments are based on recognized standards.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins\u00a0focus: Employer &amp;\u00a0workforce\u00a0alignment<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins focuses on alignment\u00a0with employer needs and regional labor markets.\u00a0ACTFL assessments:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provide\u00a0proficiency\u00a0levels\u00a0that\u00a0are widely understood across\u00a0market\u00a0sectors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Provide\u00a0legally\u00a0defensible\u00a0assessments\u00a0appropriate for\u00a0high-stakes workforce decisions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Support partnerships with employers offering bilingual incentive pay.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Value\u00a0to\u00a0CTE Leaders:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Builds trust with employers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strengthens work-based learning and placement outcomes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Summary: Language\u00a0is a Perkins-aligned\u00a0asset<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Perkins\u00a0V\u00a0funding can be used to assess and credential language skills with ACTFL\u00a0assessments\u00a0because\u00a0they\u00a0provide validated, real-world evidence of career-relevant communication skills,\u00a0exactly the kind of measurable, portable outcomes Perkins V is designed to support.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Language is an asset. Perkins V demands that assets be measured, documented, and delivered.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/contact-us\/sales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to\u00a0bring\u00a0 language\u00a0credentials\u00a0to your organization\u00a0to meet the demands of Perkins V.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/perkins_actfl-300x141.jpg\" alt=\"Chart showing alignment of ACTFL assessments to Perkins V requirements\" width=\"946\" height=\"445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/perkins_actfl-300x141.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/perkins_actfl-1024x482.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/perkins_actfl-768x361.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/perkins_actfl.jpg 1477w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 946px) 100vw, 946px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Perkins\u00a0V?\u00a0 Perkins V\u00a0(officially\u00a0Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act) provides federal funding to states and local school districts to strengthen career and technical education (CTE). The legislation emphasizes raising both academic and technical outcomes for CTE students, improving alignment between secondary and postsecondary education, and increasing accountability. 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