The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded a $151,195 Indian Education Formula Grant (CFDA #84.060) to the Wagoner Independent School District #19 in Wagoner, Oklahoma. This one-year grant, effective from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, supports the district's efforts to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students. The funding will be used to deliver comprehensive educational programs, including academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services designed to improve educational outcomes for the district's Native American student population. The Indian Education Formula Grants to Local Educational Agencies program aims to help these students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage.