Indian education formula grants to leas

Madison County Board of Education received $224,310.00 in funding through the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060), administered by the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. The award period runs from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, and supports comprehensive educational services designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students in the Huntsville, Alabama school district.

Under this formula grant, Madison County Board of Education delivers targeted academic instruction, cultural programming, and student support services to AIAN students, with the objective of helping them meet challenging state academic standards while preserving cultural heritage. The grant funds teacher professional development and culturally responsive educational activities, with performance measures focused on student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and engagement in cultural programming. Administrative costs are limited to 5% of the total award amount in accordance with program requirements.