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Weber staff to pursue Catalyst grant; exploratory committee identified for proposed Catalyst Center

Weber School District Board of Education · November 5, 2025
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District staff described the state Catalyst grant (House Bill 447) opportunity that funds school-based career/industry experience centers. The district plans to apply for a $15 million ask paired with an IHC $5 million head start grant; an exploratory committee with selected architect and contractor would begin design pending consent calendar

District staff described the Catalyst grant program established in House Bill 447 and told the board the district intends to apply for competitive grant funds to build and operate a local Catalyst Center that would replicate professional environments and partner with industry.

A staff presenter said the Catalyst grant pool is $65 million and highly competitive; the district has secured a $5 million IHC head start…

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