14 Del. Admin. Code § 525-4.0

Current through Reigster Vol. 28, No. 6, December 1, 2024

Section 525-4.0 - Requirements for Local Education Agencies

4.1 LEAs offering CTE programs of study must meet the requirements outlined in the Combined Delaware State Plan and follow the CTE guidance established by the Department.

4.2 LEAs offering CTE programs of study must meet the criteria in subsections 4.2.1 through 4.2.4 of this regulation, and shall:

4.2.1 Leverage quantitative and qualitative data to allocate human and fiscal resources and to provide equitable access, supports and outcomes for youth, and shall:

4.2.1.1 Support every student's access, participation, achievement, and completion of a high quality CTE program of study in accordance with Section 3.0 of this regulation;

4.2.1.2 Implement a system of student advisement and coaching that supports the development of student identity and enrollment in an aligned CTE program of study to help youth to achieve their postsecondary and career goals that are defined in the Student Success Plan and to meet the requirements of 14 DE Admin. Code 507;

4.2.1.3 Implement procedures to determine when a student requires evidence-based interventions within a multi-tiered system of supports to meet the requirements of 14 DE Admin. Code 508;

4.2.1.4 Collect and submit federal and state student and accountability data, as required under the Combined Delaware State Plan and ESSA, and as requested by the Department; and

4.2.1.5 Establish communication and engagement routines with postsecondary institutions, employers, community, caregivers, and student partners in order to promote and improve CTE program of study quality, and to improve equitable outcomes for students.

4.2.2 Establish CTE programs of study that meet the requirements in Section 3.0 of this regulation, and shall:

4.2.2.1 Analyze local policies and procedures, ESSA and Perkins student enrollment, achievement, and placement data by special population and subgroup to identify inequities and to implement research-based strategies that close opportunity gaps;

4.2.2.2 Create and manage articulated credit agreements, pre-apprenticeship and Registered Apprenticeship models, dual enrollment and credit opportunities, or other opportunities that lead to the completion of an industry recognized credential or degree program or credit for prior learning at the postsecondary level;

4.2.2.3 Create and manage opportunities for students to earn an industry recognized credential;

4.2.2.4 Expand and manage opportunities for students to engage with industry and community professionals through work-based learning and related career awareness, career exploration, and career immersion activities;

4.2.2.5 Establish program advisory committees to ensure CTE programs of study are aligned with real-time labor market information or projected labor market demands as evidenced by data that is reflective of the state, regional, and local economies;

4.2.2.6 Ensure CTE programs of study facilities, equipment, and supplies are fully accessible and in compliance with federal, state, and local health and safety requirements and are comparable to those used by business and industry; and

4.2.2.7 Ensure CTSOs are co-curricular and enroll youth to provide additional skill and leadership development opportunities.

4.2.3 Ensure that CTE educators hold an appropriate Delaware license and certification in alignment with the CTE program of study and in accordance with the Delaware regulation for educator licensure and certification to meet the requirements of 14 DE Admin. Code 1500, and to participate in high quality and on-going professional learning that creates equitable learning environments, including those opportunities offered through the Department; and

4.2.4 Designate federal and state CTE funds to implement, support, and maintain CTE programs of study.

14 Del. Admin. Code § 525-4.0

25 DE Reg. 404 (10/1/2021) (final)