Indian education formula grants to leas

The Chandler Unified School District was awarded a $155,076 Indian Education Formula Grant (CFDA 84.060) from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. This one-year grant, effective from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, supports the district's comprehensive educational programs for American Indian and Alaska Native students. The grant funds academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services designed to help these students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. As a formula grant, the award amount is determined based on a formula that considers the number of eligible Indian students enrolled in the district's schools. This grant is part of the Department of Education's broader efforts to address the unique educational and cultural needs of Native American students nationwide.