- (1) An LEA that receives a grant shall submit an annual report to the state board no later than September 15.
(2) The annual report shall include:
- (a) the use of grant funds;
- (b) progress in meeting proposed goals and benchmarks, including student proficiency measurements using the well-defined metrics described in the application;
- (c) updates on partnerships with industry and postsecondary institutions;
- (d) a demonstration of the alignment of programming with labor market data; and
- (e) a description of applicable student participation and outcomes.
- (3) An LEA receiving funds will be monitored to ensure that awarded funds are used in accordance with an LEA's application.
- (4) If requesting a portion of the grant as an initial lump sum payment, the LEA must provide evidence of achieved benchmarks before receiving the remainder of the awarded funds on a reimbursement basis.
- (5) Annually, funds that are not used within the defined performance period will be recaptured for reallocation.
- (6) An LEA that does not comply with the requirements of this Rule R277-731, including not providing evidence of adherence to program standards or misuse of funds, may be subject to a corrective action plan and potential reduction of funds or penalty in accordance with Rule R277-114.
- (7) Upon request, the Superintendent shall submit a report on the program to the Education Interim Committee and the Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee.
KEY: catalyst center, grant program, career readiness, workforce development, profession-based learning
Date of Last Change: January 7, 2026
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-3-401(4); 53E-3-507.1; 53F-9-204