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School leaders outline Perkins V plan to spend about $1.08 million on CTE equipment, credentials and hiring incentives

Virginia Beach School Board · April 15, 2026
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Director Sarah Lockett presented a Perkins V local plan estimating $1,075,057.86 for FY26–27 focused on equipment (~$508k), industry credential vouchers ($120k), professional development ($107k), student travel ($105k), and hiring incentives (~$123,800).

The Virginia Beach division presented its Perkins V local plan and proposed budget to the school board, detailing how federal career‑and‑technical education funds would be allocated for the next school year.

Sarah Lockett, director of technical and career education, told the board the district’s planning estimate for Perkins V was $1,075,057.86. The proposed spending priorities include roughly $508,000 for equipment and instructional materials across secondary schools and specialty centers; $120,000 for industry‑credential exam vouchers; $107,000 for…

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