Indian education formula grants to leas

The Antlers School District I-13 in Antlers, Oklahoma was awarded a $114,993 federal Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education through the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies (CFDA 84.060) program. The grant, effective from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, will support the district's comprehensive educational programs designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students. Funded services typically include academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services to improve educational outcomes for Native American students and help them meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The district serves a significant Native American student population and has consistently received these formula grants, which range from approximately $102,000 to $114,993 annually, to fund its efforts to provide equitable educational opportunities and support academic achievement for its diverse student body.