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APEX Center Grant Program is sponsored by Utah State Board of Education. The APEX Center Grant Program establishes and funds expanded career and technical education (CTE) programs in schools. It helps Local Education Agencies (LEAs) create or expand profession-based learning centers aligned with labor market needs and designed to drive student engagement.
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APEX Center Grant Program Utah’s Applied Professional Education Experiences (APEX) Grant Program funds learning centers that bridge the classroom and the workplace, empowering students to shape What is the APEX Grant Program? The APEX Grant Program, created by Utah's H. B.
447, establishes a grant program to help local education agencies (LEAs) create or expand catalyst centers. The purpose of the program is to support LEAs in creating and expanding these centers to align with labor market needs and state career and technical education goals and drive student An APEX Center is a profession-based learning hub that bridges classroom education with real-world experience.
These centers give students the opportunity to explore careers, gain hands-on skills, and work on projects shaped by industry partners. By blending academics with practical learning, APEX Centers spark curiosity, ignite opportunities, and prepare students for success in college, career, and life. Applications must be submitted from the local education agency (LEA) and not an individual school.
LEAs include school districts, charter schools, and the Utah Schools for the Applications will open in Utah Grants on May 15, 2026. Applications will be due June 23, 2026 at 5:00 pm. A informational session will be held May 21, 2026 from 9am-11am at USBE in Basement West or participants can join virtually: Zoom .
2026-05-21 | APEX Grant Program Information Session | USBE Catalyst Center Application Exemplars APEX Grant Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) APEX Grant Program Implementation Application Rubric APEX Grant Program Planning Grant Application Rubric APEX Center Planning Grant Application APEX Center Implementation Grant Application Beehive Science and Technology Academy Duchesne County School District Grand County School District South Sanpete School District Implementation grant awardees Cache County School District Iron County School District Kane County School District Park City School District Provo City School District APEX Center Grant Program Director Phone: (801) 538-7989 | Email Utah State Board of Education Salt Lake City, UT 84114-4200 Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce Together Industry partners play a vital role in APEX Centers by bringing real-world expertise into the classroom.
By mentoring students, providing industry projects, or sharing professional insights, you help bridge education and the workplace. Your involvement not only prepares students with the skills and confidence they need to succeed but also builds a stronger, more future-ready workforce for Utah.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and charter schools in Utah. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows unspecified (March 27, 2026, announcement mentioned $100M allocated to 29 districts and charter schools). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
APEX Center Grant Program is funded by Utah State Board of Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Utah. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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