Bucks Co. Tech Training Schools Get Nearly $100K In Grant Funding

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Four Bucks County Democrats announced new funds awarded to Bucks County career and training programs through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Career and Technical Education Equipment Grant Program.

State representatives Perry Warren, John Galloway and Tina Davis, as well as state senator Steve Santarsiero announced grants to Bucks County Technical High School and Middle Bucks Institute of Technology for needed equipment purchases.

Bucks County Technical High School has been allocated $50,000, while Middle Bucks Institute of Technology will receive $46,556.

“The student demand for and interest in career and technical education opportunities is growing,” Warren said. “New equipment will improve and expand hands-on opportunities for students to learn their career field and be fully prepared to enter the workforce.”

Galloway said investing in these schools is an asset to the community.

"Bucks County comes out the winner here as a well-trained workforce will make Bucks County attractive to companies as a place to locate," he said.

Grants in the program max out at $50,000 and must be matched dollar-for-dollar by a local source, such as a local business or industry partner.

“The integration of technology and equipment in the classroom provides students with hands-on training for their trades and future careers,” said Davis. “These grants will allow for the purchase of equipment to provide for our students’ educational needs to pursue the career path that is right for them.”

The grants are among those awarded to 39 Career and Technical Centers and three school districts in Pennsylvania.

“Our career and technical school programs prepare students for a variety of careers, with hands-on learning and experience,” said Santarsiero. “These state funds will help ensure that our students receive targeted training with equipment that meets the specific needs of local businesses and industries, and will make them more competitive candidates upon graduation.”

More information about the grant program is available here.