Budget
$50,000 Resource Allocation
| Category | Amount | Percentage | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio Platform | $12,000 | 24% | Platform licensing, configuration, employer review features |
| Employer Engagement | $10,000 | 20% | Partnership events, employer panel stipends, relationship management |
| Micro-Internship Coordination | $8,000 | 16% | Placement matching, supervision coordination, wage subsidies |
| Teacher Mentor Stipends | $8,000 | 16% | 8 mentors x $1,000 annual stipend for additional responsibilities |
| Curriculum Development | $5,000 | 10% | Session guides, mentor training materials, AI tool resources |
| Student Materials | $4,000 | 8% | Portfolio supplies, presentation materials, certificates |
| Evaluation | $3,000 | 6% | External assessment, data analysis, outcome tracking |
| Total | $50,000 | 100% |
Budget Justification
Portfolio Platform ($12,000)
Purpose: Central infrastructure enabling the entire portfolio-based pathway model
- Platform licensing with employer review capability: $8,000
- Configuration and customization for ESUSD context: $2,500
- Training and documentation development: $1,500
Why This Investment Matters: The portfolio platform is the persistent record of student capability. It must enable seamless employer access, structured feedback, and professional presentation. This is not a generic learning management system, but a purpose-built portfolio environment.
Employer Engagement ($10,000)
Purpose: Securing and maintaining the employer partnerships that make authentic projects possible
- Partnership kickoff event (12 employers): $3,000
- Quarterly portfolio review panel hosting (4 events): $4,000
- Employer appreciation and recognition: $2,000
- Relationship management materials: $1,000
Why This Investment Matters: Employer commitment is the critical success factor. Without real projects and employer validation, the model fails. This investment ensures employers receive professional engagement commensurate with their contribution.
Micro-Internship Coordination ($8,000)
Purpose: Connecting top performers with paid work experiences
- Placement matching and logistics: $3,000
- Supervision and quality assurance: $2,500
- Wage subsidies for pilot placements: $2,500
Why This Investment Matters: Micro-internships convert portfolio quality into actual employment pathway experience. These 10-20 hour placements demonstrate the direct connection between program participation and career opportunity.
Teacher Mentor Stipends ($8,000)
Purpose: Recognizing the additional responsibilities of teacher mentors
- 8 teacher mentors at $1,000 each for annual program commitment
- Covers weekly session facilitation, student guidance, employer coordination
Why This Investment Matters: Teacher mentors are the consistent adult presence in the program. Their commitment extends beyond regular teaching duties and merits appropriate recognition.
Additional Categories
Curriculum Development ($5,000): Session guides, mentor training, and AI tool integration materials that ensure consistent program quality across all 8 teams.
Student Materials ($4,000): Portfolio presentation supplies, professional headshots for portfolios, AI-Ready Certificate production, and team resources.
Evaluation ($3,000): External assessment support for objective outcome measurement and employer satisfaction analysis.
Sustainability Plan
Year 1 Stanford funding establishes the model. Beyond Year 1:
| Revenue Source | Projected Contribution |
|---|---|
| District integration into CTE budget | $20,000 |
| Employer partnership contributions | $15,000 |
| Grant funding (workforce development) | $10,000 |
| In-kind employer contributions | $10,000 |
Target: Full operational sustainability by Year 3 through diversified funding and district integration.
At $521 per student (96 students / $50,000), AI Studio Teams delivers employer-validated career preparation at a fraction of traditional workforce development program costs. The per-student investment produces documented, verified capability that directly translates to employment opportunity.