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Priority 2 · Develop programs

South Dakota

A documented CTE program, funding mechanism, or pathway supports targeted development; the current buyer and budget still need qualification.

State evidence

Make the next decision verifiable

Open question

That application window is closed. Actual awards, matching obligations, and approved costs must be checked before proposing a purchase.

Recommended action

Qualify awarded projects and future program development with district and industry partners.

Required before a sales forecast

  1. Exact product or credential eligibility, supported by a current crosswalk.
  2. A named buyer with a usable budget and purchasing authority.
  3. A procurement route, decision date, and implementation capacity.
Workforce Education Grant ↗

Source vintage: 2026 round; deadline March 27, 2026. Baseline reviewed September 12, 2026.