Funding Quick Guide: Perkins V & Title IV
A practical reference for schools planning STEM and CTE programs in 2026
Plan Before Budget Deadlines Hit
Funding timelines move fast. Districts that plan early are the ones that secure curriculum, equipment, and professional development before funds are allocated.
This Funding Quick Guide helps educators and administrators understand how Perkins V and Title IV, Part A are commonly used to support hands-on STEM and career-connected learning.
It is designed to support planning conversations with principals, CTE directors, curriculum teams, and district leadership.
What This Guide Covers
This practical guide breaks down:
What Perkins V and Title IV are designed to fund
Common eligible uses for STEM, CTE, and CS programs
How districts align robotics, drones, AI, cybersecurity, and esports to federal priorities
Planning considerations administrators often need before approving purchases
Why Schools Use These Funds With LocoRobo
Hands-on STEM programs align directly with state and federal CTE priorities. Districts use Perkins V and Title IV to support:
Career exploration and pathway development
STEM and computer science access
Technology-rich instruction tied to real skills
Teacher readiness and program sustainability
LocoRobo programs are built to fit within these funding structures while supporting long-term growth.