Indian education formula grants to leas

Norman Public Schools (Independent School District I-29) received a formula grant award of $557,059 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 services designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students enrolled in the district.

The funded activities encompass academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students in elementary and secondary educational settings. These initiatives are designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. Norman Public Schools' prior grant history demonstrates a sustained commitment to supporting Native American students through culturally responsive educational programs, with performance measures focused on student achievement in reading and math, high school graduation rates, and implementation of culturally relevant activities.