Indian education formula grants to leas

The Porterville Unified School District has been awarded a $129,026 Indian Education Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (CFDA 84.060) for the period of July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. This formula grant program provides funding to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students in elementary and secondary schools.

The grant will enable the Porterville Unified School District to deliver comprehensive educational programs and services designed to improve educational outcomes for its Native American student population. Funded initiatives may include academic instruction, cultural preservation activities, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services. As a sub-recipient, the district has also received numerous other federal education grants to support special education, career and technical education, adult education, and school meal programs, contributing to its ability to serve the diverse needs of its students.