PBL x Perkins V Tip Sheet

A quick start tip sheet for CTE Leaders seeking to secure Perkins V funding for Project-Based Learning PD Training for CTE Instructors. Curated based on the proven experience of PBL x CTE Network member and podcast guest, Carrie Akins - CTE Director in Calvert County Public Schools - MD.

PBL x Perkins Strategy Guide

A practical, easy‑to‑use guide designed to help CTE Directors secure Perkins V funding for high‑quality Project‑Based Learning. This resource translates federal language into clear, actionable steps you can apply immediately in your CLNA, local application, budgeting, and program improvement efforts. 

CTE Partner Experience Planning Checklist

A practical, easy‑to‑use planning tool that helps CTE instructors and partners coordinate meaningful student experiences before, during, and after industry engagement. This checklist clarifies student and partner roles, strengthens communication, and ensures every interaction is purposeful, professional, and aligned to authentic career‑connected learning.

CTE Partner Experience Planner

A structured planning guide that helps CTE instructors design meaningful, career‑connected partner experiences before, during, and after industry engagement. This tool supports teachers in clarifying student roles, strengthening partner communication, and ensuring every interaction leads to authentic evidence of learning and deeper pathway‑aligned reflection.

CTE Program Narrative

Reframe Tool

Inspired by our PBL x CTE Network Roundtable: Shaping Your CTE Narrative - Sharing Your CTE Story, this simple, powerful template helps CTE leaders reshape misconceptions and communicate the true rigor, relevance, and impact of modern CTE programs. This tool guides you through reframing narratives using evidence from your CLNA, industry alignment, and authentic PBL experiences—ending with a clear call to action for stakeholders.

Additional Resources Coming Soon

New tools and resources are continually emerging from our PBL × CTE Network conversations, podcast episodes, and Live Roundtable Discussions. Check back often — additional co‑created materials will be added here to support your work and help you tackle real CTE realities alongside fellow network members.