Indian education formula grants to leas

Flagstaff Unified School District received a $574,009 Indian Education Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (CFDA 84.060) for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The award supports comprehensive educational programs designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students in the Flagstaff, Arizona area.

Under this formula grant, FUSD delivers targeted educational services including academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and student support services focused on helping Native American students meet state academic standards while preserving cultural heritage. The district is required to maintain performance measures related to student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive activities, with administrative costs limited to 5% of total funding. Grant records must be maintained for three years following the completion of funded activities in accordance with federal audit and compliance requirements.