Indian education formula grants to leas

Granite School District received $118,424 in formula grant funding 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. The award supports comprehensive educational programs designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students enrolled in the district's schools located in South Salt Lake, Utah.

Under this award, Granite School District will deliver targeted academic instruction, cultural programming, and student support services specifically designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The program emphasizes professional development for educators and culturally responsive instructional practices. Award funds are subject to a 5% administrative cost limitation and require annual performance reporting focused on student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and the quality of culturally responsive activities delivered to Native American students.