Indian education formula grants to leas

Latta Public Schools received a formula grant award of $124,926 from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060) for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This award supports comprehensive educational programming designed to address the unique cultural, linguistic, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students enrolled in the district.

The funded activities include academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students in elementary and secondary educational settings. These services are designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The school district is required to limit administrative costs to 5% of the award and maintain performance measures focused on student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive activities.