Maryland Secures $9 Million Federal Grant for Student Career Exploration System

Maryland has been awarded a three-year, $9 million Career Pathways Exploration grant by the U.S. Department of Education. These funds will establish a statewide career exploration system for over 600,000 students, featuring a "learner wallet" to track skills and credentials. The initiative aims to streamline student transitions from high school to college and the workforce, while also expanding work-based learning opportunities.