Perkins V Grant

Perkins Documents

• LCC Perkins V Grant SharePoint (Note: LCC employee login credentials is required to view SharePoint space)
• Perkins V Grant Guidebook
  

Who is eligible to apply for Perkins Funding?

LCC academic programs designated by the State of Michigan as State-approved Occupational Programs are eligible to apply for Perkins funding for instructional equipment and projects, as well as professional development and training. Perkins funding is also used to support special population students enrolled in State-approved occupational programs through tuition grants, and other support services.

What can Perkins funding be used for?

The purpose of Perkins V funding is to develop, coordinate, implement, and improve Career and Technical Education in Occupational Programs. Funding requests should meet the needs identified in LCC’s Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment, assist with improving and strengthening the Core Performance Indicators, and be used when other funding sources are not available.

For additional information, view the Michigan’s Department of Education, 2026-2027 Perkins V Use of Funds Guide. (Cited from the State of Michigan, Department of Education, Perkins V website) 

Students

If you're a part-time or full-time student enrolled in a State-approved occupational program, the Perkins V Grant can help you heighten your career knowledge in your chosen field and gain the academic, vocational, and personal skills you need to perform well on the job. These free, individually tailored supportive services include:

• Comprehensive personal career guidance and counseling, including vocational assessments and job search assistance
• Career exploration and planning workshops
• Internship opportunities
• Child Care Assistance Attendance costs (tuition and fees) Transportation costs, costs of uniforms or other supplies, as well as other approved items that will limit the barrier to attendance
• Services for students with disabilities, such as but is not limited to:  testing and other accommodations, technical support, in-class assistance, and other services that would be an appropriate accommodation as needed by the individual student
• Academic and occupational tutoring services that are specifically designed for Perkins students and include the use of interactive computer software and technical equipment
• ESL (English as a Second Language) advising tailored to Perkins program participants
• Additional instruction outside of class for students pursuing health-related careers
• Support services for economically disadvantaged, displaced homemakers and single parents, limited English speaking, non-traditional and educationally disadvantaged students

For additional information, view the Center for Student Support webpage, call 517-483-1924, email, or visit at:
Downtown Campus
Gannon Building
411 N. Grand Ave
Lansing, MI 48933.

How do I know if my program is a State-approved Occupational Program?

You can confirm your program is a State-approved Occupational Program and eligible to receive Perkins V funding by contacting your Perkins Steering Committee Representative, Penny Tucker, or Tricia McKay.

Occupational Programs at LCC

All programs listed below are occupational. Students enrolled in State-approved occupational programs may be eligible for support services. Those listed below in bold represents it is a State-approved (S) occupational program to which Perkins V funding may be available.

If your program would like to become a state-approved (S) occupational program, please contact the Perkins Coordinator.

(NOTE: Subject to change without notice)

Resources and History

• Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006
• Learn more about Perkins V Michigan State plan
• Perkins Consolidated Annual Report (CAR)
• Special Population Categories
• Perkins Collaborative Resource Network

Who do I contact if I have questions about Perkins V?

If you have questions about Perkins V, the application process, or completing reports, review the Perkins V Grant Guidebook, or contact Tricia McKay or Penny Tucker. You can also contact your Division Perkins Steering Committee representative, Associate Dean/Program Director, and Dean.  They are willing and able to assist you with questions, needs, and concerns. 

PERKINS COORDINATOR:

Tricia McKay
Program Director, Child Development and Early Education
LCC-Perkins-Application@star.lcc.edu 

PERKINS SUPPORT / SHAREPOINT ACCESS:

Penny Tucker
Project Coordinator, Academic Affairs
LCC-Perkins-Application@star.lcc.edu 

PERKINS STEERING COMMITTEE Charter & MEMBERS:

Purpose:

The purpose of the LCC Perkins V Steering Committee is to provide leadership and support in sustaining efficient, high-quality operations of the Carl D. Perkins V Grant to meet college, state, and federal requirements for eligible LCC Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

Charge to Committee:

1. 1. Provide guidance on Perkins V operations in alignment with the LCC strategic plan, college policy, and state and federal funding requirements.
   2. Support the LCC Carl D. Perkins V Postsecondary CTE Administrator by ensuring efficient and accurate communication between decision makers to meet necessary college, state and federal timelines, and assist applicants when submitting requests as needed.
   3. Review and recommend to the Provost Cabinet new and reallocated funding requests.
   4. Provide subject matter expertise and data input to support the completion and implementation of the Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA).

 Membership:

The Chair must be the designated LCC CTE Administrator. The LCC Perkins V CTE Administrator is ultimately responsible for efficient and quality operations successfully meeting the Carl D. Perkins V Grant outcomes, necessary state and federal compliance, and is accountable to the Provost and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Workforce Development. 

The Committee will consist of members from:

• Academic Affairs
• Arts and Sciences
• Center for Data Science (CDS)
• Community Education and Workforce Development
• Financial Services
• Health and Human Services
• Purchasing
• Student Affairs
• Technical Careers

• Members will serve as liaisons for their respective areas, providing support for Perkins V initiatives and ensuring communication flow between the Perkins CTE Administrator, Financial Services, Purchasing, CDS, and other necessary decision-makers.
• Members will evaluate new and reallocated funds requests providing recommendations for funding and may assist applicants when submitting requests as needed.
• Due to the nature of this role and the knowledge required to inform the process, committee members must have a working understanding of Perkins V (have actively participated in a Perkins, or federal grant project/budget cycle), and thorough familiarity with their area.
• Committee members will meet monthly on Webex and should expect to commit approximately two to four hours per month, depending on the time of year and activity.

Term:

Members will serve a minimum of three years on the committee. The divisional dean or department administrator is responsible for appointing a qualified representative from their area to serve on the committee. 

 Charter Approval:

The Perkins V Steering Committee Charter was approved by the Provost in January 2020; revised in August 2026.