VTEA: Career and Technical Education State grants

FY 2008 Program Performance Plan

Strategic Goal 2
Formula
VTEA, Title I and WIA Section 503
CFDA 84.048: Vocational Education_Basic Grants to States
84.048B: Pacific Vocational Education Improvement Program
84.101: Vocational Education_Indians Set-aside
84.259: Native Hawaiian Vocational Education

Program Goal: Increase access to and improve educational programs that strengthen
workforce preparation, and lifelong learning.
Objective 1 of 4: Vocational education state grants
Measure 1.1 of 7: The percentage of vocational concentrators meeting state-established academic standards. (D
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
1998 33 Measure not in place
1999 45 Measure not in place
2000 44 Measure not in place
2001 70 Measure not in place
2002 72 71 Made Progress From Prior Yea
2003 74 75 Target Exceeded
2004 76 75 Did Not Meet Target
2005 77 78 Target Exceeded
2006 78 (May 2007) Pending
2007 79 (May 2008) Pending
2008 80 (May 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Vocational Technical
Education Annual Performance and Financial Reports, grantee submissions.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Under Perkins III, states are allowed maximum flexibility in their data collection
methodologies and procedures. This flexibility limits data comparability at the national level. The State
Administration and Accountability Group (SAAG) will conduct national and regional training institutes to
improve data collection efforts especially in the areas of special populations and minority students. SAAG
will conduct targeted individual state technical assistance to improve performance for special populations
and minority students. SAAG will collaborate with other divisions and agencies to improve the
performance of CTE students, particularly special population and minority students.
Explanation.

FY 2007-2008 performance levels and targets may be modified due to the enactment of a new Perkins
Law. OVAE staff will review the new requirements and adjust performance targets as necessary.

FY 2007 performance targets are based on a two-point increase over the highest of three numbers: 1) the
last year of actual performance, 2) an average of the past three years of actual performance (years in
which overall state data have been more stable and complete), or 3) the performance levels that were
negotiated with states for FY 2006.

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 Measure 1.2 of 7: The percentage of secondary vocational concentrators meeting state/locally adopted skill standa
approaches. (Desired direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target St
(or date expected)
2000 39 Measure not in place
2001 61 Measure not in place
2002 63 59 Did Not Meet Target
2003 65 64 Made Progress From Prior Ye
2004 70 64 Did Not Meet Target
2005 79 65 Made Progress From Prior Ye
2006 74 (May 2007) Pending
2007 81 (May 2008) Pending
2008 82 (May 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Vocational Technical
Education Annual Performance and Financial Reports, grantee submissions.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Under Perkins III, states are allowed maximum flexibility in their data collection
methodologies and procedures. This flexibility limits data comparability at the national level. The State
Administration and Accountability Group (SAAG) will conduct national and regional training institutes to
improve data collection efforts especially in the areas of special populations and minority students. SAAG
will conduct targeted individual state technical assistance to improve performance for special populations
and minority students. SAAG will collaborate with other divisions and agencies to improve the
performance of CTE students, particularly special population and minority students.
Explanation. * FY 2007-2008 performance levels and targets may be modified due to the enactment of a
new Perkins Law. OVAE staff will review the new requirements and adjust performance targets as
necessary.

*FY 2007 performance targets are based on a two-point increase over the highest of three numbers: 1)
the last year of actual performance, 2) an average of the past three years of actual performance (years in
which overall state data have been more stable and complete), or 3) the performance levels that were
negotiated with states for FY 2006 .

Measure 1.3 of 7: The percentage of postsecondary vocational concentrators meeting state/locally-adopted skill st
recognized approaches. (Desired direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target St
(or date expected)
2000 76 Measure not in place
2001 76 Measure not in place
2002 77 76 Did Not Meet Target
2003 78 77 Made Progress From Prior Ye
2004 80 78 Made Progress From Prior Ye
2005 79 77 Did Not Meet Target
2006 80 (May 2007) Pending
2007 81 (May 2008) Pending
2008 82 (May 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Vocational Technical
Education Annual Performance and Financial Reports, grantee submissions.

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Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Under Perkins III, states are allowed maximum flexibility in their data collection
methodologies and procedures. This flexibility limits data comparability at the national level. The State
Administration and Accountability Group (SAAG) will conduct national and regional training institutes to
improve data collection efforts especially in the areas of special populations and minority students. SAAG
will conduct targeted individual state technical assistance to improve performance for special populations
and minority students. SAAG will collaborate with other divisions and agencies to improve the
performance of CTE students, particularly special population and minority students.
Explanation. *FY 2007-2008 performance levels and targets may be modified due to the enactment of a
new Perkins Law. OVAE staff will review the new requirements and adjust performance targets as
necessary.

*FY 2007 performance targets are based on a two-point increase over the highest of three numbers: 1)
the last year of actual performance, 2) an average of the past three years of actual performance (years in
which overall state data have been more stable and complete), or 3) the performance levels that were
negotiated with states for FY 2006 (performance levels for FY 2007 will not be negotiated with states until
April 2006).

Measure 1.4 of 7: The percentage of vocational concentrators who have completed high school. (Desired directio
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2000 80 Measure not in place
2001 84 Measure not in place
2002 85 84 Did Not Meet Target
2003 86 84 Did Not Meet Target
2004 88 84 Did Not Meet Target
2005 87 84 Did Not Meet Target
2006 88 (May 2007) Pending
2007 89 (May 2008) Pending
2008 90 (May 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Vocational Technical
Education Annual Performance and Financial Reports, grantee submissions.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Under Perkins III, states are allowed maximum flexibility in their data collection
methodologies and procedures. This flexibility limits data comparability at the national level. The State
Administration and Accountability Group (SAAG) will conduct national and regional training institutes to
improve data collection efforts especially in the areas of special populations and minority students. SAAG
will conduct targeted individual state technical assistance to improve performance for special populations
and minority students. SAAG will collaborate with other divisions and agencies to improve the
performance of CTE students, particularly special population and minority students in particular.
Explanation. *FY 2007-2008 performance levels and targets may be modified due to the enactment of a
new Perkins Law. OVAE staff will review the new requirements and adjust performance targets as
necessary.

*FY 2007 performance targets are based on a two-point increase over the highest of three numbers: 1)
the last year of actual performance, 2) an average of the past three years of actual performance (years in
which overall state data have been more stable and complete), or 3) the performance levels that were
negotiated with states for FY 2006 (performance levels for FY 2007 will not be negotiated with states until
April 2006).

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 Measure 1.5 of 7: The percentage of vocational concentrators who have transitioned to postsecondary education o
direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2000 79 Measure not in place
2001 84 Measure not in place
2002 85 84 Did Not Meet Target
2003 86 84 Did Not Meet Target
2004 87 87 Target Met
2005 87 87 Target Met
2006 88 (May 2007) Pending
2007 89 (May 2008) Pending
2008 90 (May 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Vocational Technical
Education Annual Performance and Financial Reports, grantee submissions.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Under Perkins III, states are allowed maximum flexibility in their data collection
methodologies and procedures. This flexibility limits data comparability at the national level. The State
Administration and Accountability Group (SAAG) will conduct national and regional training institutes to
improve data collection efforts especially in the areas of special populations and minority students. SAAG
will conduct targeted individual state technical assistance to improve performance for special populations
and minority students. SAAG will collaborate with other divisions and agencies to improve the
performance of CTE students, particularly special population and minority students.
Explanation.

*FY 2007-2008 performance levels and targets may be modified due to the enactment of a new Perkins
Law. OVAE staff will review the new requirements and adjust performance targets as necessary.

*FY 2007 performance targets are based on a two-point increase over the highest of three numbers: 1)
the last year of actual performance, 2) an average of the past three years of actual performance (years in
which overall state data have been more stable and complete), or 3) the performance levels that were
negotiated with states for FY 2006 (performance levels for FY 2007 will not be negotiated with states until
April 2006).

Measure 1.6 of 7: The percentage of postsecondary vocational concentrators who have a positive placement in m
(Desired direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2000 82 Measure not in place
2001 84 Measure not in place
2002 84 86 Target Exceeded
2003 85 83 Did Not Meet Target
2004 86 83 Did Not Meet Target
2005 88 84 Made Progress From Prior Ye
2006 89 (May 2007) Pending
2007 90 (May 2008) Pending

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 2008 91 (May 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Vocational Technical
Education Annual Performance and Financial Reports, grantee submissions.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Under Perkins III, states are allowed maximum flexibility in their data collection
methodologies and procedures. This flexibility limits data comparability at the national level. The State
Administration and Accountability Group (SAAG) will conduct national and regional training institutes to
improve data collection efforts especially in the areas of special populations and minority students. SAAG
will conduct targeted individual state technical assistance to improve performance for special populations
and minority students. SAAG will collaborate with other divisions and agencies to improve the
performance of CTE students, particularly special population and minority students.
Explanation. *FY 2007-2008 performance levels and targets may be modified due to the enactment of a
new Perkins Law. OVAE staff will review the new requirements and adjust performance targets as
necessary.

*FY 2007 performance targets are based on a two-point increase over the highest of three numbers: 1)
the last year of actual performance, 2) an average of the past three years of actual performance (years in
which overall state data have been more stable and complete), or 3) the performance levels that were
negotiated with states for FY 2006 (performance levels for FY 2007 will not be negotiated with states until
April 2006).

Measure 1.7 of 7: The percentage of postsecondary vocational concentrators who have completed a postseconda
(Desired direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2000 32 Measure not in place
2001 37 Measure not in place
2002 39 41 Target Exceeded
2003 42 41 Did Not Meet Target
2004 45 41 Did Not Meet Target
2005 44 42 Made Progress From Prior Ye
2006 45 (May 2007) Pending
2007 46 (May 2008) Pending
2008 47 (May 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Vocational Technical
Education Annual Performance and Financial Reports, grantee submissions.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Under Perkins III, states are allowed maximum flexibility in their data collection
methodologies and procedures. This flexibility limits data comparability at the national level. The State
Administration and Accountability Group (SAAG) will conduct national and regional training institutes to
improve data collection efforts especially in the areas of special populations and minority students. SAAG
will conduct targeted individual state technical assistance to improve performance for special populations
and minority students. SAAG will collaborate with other divisions and agencies to improve the
performance of CTE students, in particular and special population and minority students.
Explanation.

*FY 2007-2008 performance levels and targets may be modified due to the enactment of a new Perkins
Law. OVAE staff will review the new requirements and adjust performance targets as necessary.

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*FY 2007 performance targets are based on a two-point increase over the highest of three numbers: 1)
the last year of actual performance, 2) an average of the past three years of actual performance (years in
which overall state data have been more stable and complete), or 3) the performance levels that were
negotiated with states for FY 2006 (performance levels for FY 2007 will not be negotiated with states until
April 2006).

Objective 2 of 4: Vocational Education State Grants: Native Hawaiian Vocational and Technical Edu
Measure 2.1 of 3: The percentage of Native Hawaiian vocational students attaining high school diplomas. (Desire
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2003 97.25 Measure not in place
2004 98.25 97.14 Did Not Meet Target
2005 99.25 100 Target Exceeded
2006 100 89 Did Not Meet Target
2007 90 (September 2007) Pending
2008 90 (September 2008) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Native Hawaiian
Vocational and Technical Education Program, grantee performance report.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Data is self-reported by grantees through performance, statistical and evaluation reports.
Data will be checked by staff during monitoring of projects. ED will continue to request improved
performance during clarification conferences with grantees for new and continuation awards.
Target Context.

Target increased slightly. Even though the target was not met in 2006, it was close enough to increase
targets for 2007 and 2008 to encourage an increase in performance.

Explanation. Targets in 2008 may need to be adjusted, based on 2007 adjustments.

Measure 2.2 of 3: The percentage of Native Hawaiian vocational students entering postsecondary or advanced pro
increase)
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2003 41 Measure not in place
2004 42 49 Target Exceeded
2005 43 59 Target Exceeded
2006 70 51 Did Not Meet Target
2007 55 (August 2007) Pending
2008 55 (August 2008) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Native Hawaiian
Vocational and Technical Education Program, grantee performance report.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual

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Data Quality. Data is self-reported by grantees through performance, statistical and evaluation reports.
Data will be checked by staff during monitoring of projects. ED will continue to encourage improved
performance during clarification conferences with grantees for new and continuation awards.
Target Context. Targets are increased slightly to encourage improvement.
Explanation.

Since 2006 targets were not met, 2007 and 2008 targets may need to be adjusted.

Measure 2.3 of 3: The percentage of Native Hawaiian vocational students who obtained employment. (Desired d
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2003 41 Measure not in place
2004 42 38 Did Not Meet Target
2005 43 33 Did Not Meet Target
2006 30 57 Target Exceeded
2007 50 (August 2007) Pending
2008 53 (August 2008) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Native Hawaiian
Vocational and Technical Education Program, grantee performance report.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Data is self-reported by grantees through performance, statistical and evaluation reports.
Data will be checked by staff during monitoring of projects. ED will continue to request improved
performance during clarification conferences with grantees for new and continuation awards.
Target Context.

Targets for 2007 and 2008 are based on discussions with grantees to obtain clarification, regarding the
significant increase in 2006 performance data as compared to previous years.

Explanation. Target levels for 2008 are projected at a lower level than 2006 actual performance level.
This plan is based on prior year performance levels and the expectation that new grantees will be
selected in the 2007 grant competition.

Objective 3 of 4: Vocational Education State Grants: Pacific Vocational Education Improvement Prog
Measure 3.1 of 2: The percentage of Pacific vocational students obtaining a high school diploma. (Desired directi
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2003 87.2 Measure not in place
2004 89 82 Did Not Meet Target
2005 90 92 Target Exceeded
2006 94 93 Made Progress From Prior Yea
2007 94 (August 2007) Pending
2008 94 (August 2008) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Pacific Vocational
Education Improvement Program, grantee performance report.

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Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Data is self-reported by grantee through a performance, statistical and evaluation report.
Data will be checked by staff during monitoring of projects. ED will continue to encourage improved
performance during clarification conferences with grantees for new and continuation awards.
Target Context. Increased targets to encourage participation.
Explanation. Although grantee made progress in 2006, targets were not met. Therefore, targets in 2008
may need to be adjusted after 2007 performance levels are achieved.

Measure 3.2 of 2: The percentage of vocational education teachers in Pacific outlying areas who received profess
direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2003 56 Measure not in place
2004 5 75 Target Exceeded
2005 35 66 Target Exceeded
2006 70 71 Target Exceeded
2007 75 (August 2007) Pending
2008 77 (August 2008) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Pacific Vocational
Education Improvement Program, grantee performance report.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. Data is self-reported by grantee through a performance, statistical and evaluation report.
Data will be checked by staff during monitoring of projects. ED will continue to encourage improved
performance during clarification conferences with grantees for new and continuation awards.
Target Context. Increased performance targets to encourage progress.
Explanation. Grantee has continued to progress in this performance area. Depending on 2007
performance levels, 2008 target levels may be increased beyond current target to encourage progress.

Objective 4 of 4: Vocational Education State Grants - Native American Vocational and Technical Edu
Measure 4.1 of 3: The number of students enrolled in Native American Vocational and Technical Education (NAVT
direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2002 2,497 6,067 Target Exceeded
2003 6,100 6,381 Target Exceeded
2004 6,400 4,087 Did Not Meet Target
2005 4,100 Measure not in place
2006 4,500 4,437 Made Progress From Prior Yea
2007 4,450 (January 2008) Pending
2008 4,460 (January 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Native American
Vocational and Technical Education Program, grantee performance report.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual

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Data Quality. Data is self-reported by grantee through a performance, statistical and evaluation report.
Data will be checked by staff during monitoring of projects. ED will continue to encourage improved
performance during clarification conferences with grantees for new and continuation awards
Target Context.

Targets increased slightly to encourage progress.

Explanation. Due to the fact that prior targets were not met, 2008 targets may need to be adjusted after
2007 data becomes available.

Measure 4.2 of 3: The number of NAVTEP students attaining a certificate or degree. (Desired direction: increase)
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2002 664 Measure not in place
2003 690 728 Target Exceeded
2004 725 1,598 Target Exceeded
2005 1,478 Measure not in place
2006 1,598 1,609 Target Exceeded
2007 1,609 (January 2008) Pending
2008 1,609 (January 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Native American
Vocational and Technical Education Program, grantee performance report.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual
Data Quality. ED program officers review data through NAVTEP grantee performance, statistical and
evaluation reports. Data are self-reported by grantee through a performance, statistical and evaluation
report.
Target Context.

Target maintained at 2006 and 2007 levels because 2006 performance appears to be an anomaly year.

Explanation. Based on 2007 performance levels, 2008 targets may need to be adjusted.

Measure 4.3 of 3: The number of NAVTEP students placed in employment or military services. (Desired direction
Actual
Year Target Sta
(or date expected)
2002 1,606 Measure not in place
2003 1,690 Measure not in place
2004 1,715 1,430 Did Not Meet Target
2005 1,387 Measure not in place
2006 1,430 1,443 Target Exceeded
2007 1,450 (January 2008) Pending
2008 1,460 (January 2009) Pending
Source. U.S. Department of Education, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, Native American
Vocational and Technical Education Program, grantee performance report.
Frequency of Data Collection. Annual

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Data Quality. ED program officers review data through NAVTEP grantee performance, statistical and
evaluation reports. Data are self-reported by grantee through a performance, statistical and evaluation
report.
Target Context. Targets are increased slightly to encourage progress.
Explanation. Although targets were exceeded slightly in 2006, performance levels for previous years are
inconsistent. Targets in 2008 may need to be adjusted.

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