Indian education formula grants to leas

The Tempe Elementary School District received $214,557 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. This award supports comprehensive educational programs specifically designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students in the district.

The funding supports a range of educational services and programming, including academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students. These initiatives are structured to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The district is required to limit administrative costs to 5% of the award and measure program effectiveness through student achievement metrics in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and the delivery of culturally responsive educational activities. Grant records must be maintained for three years following the completion of funded activities.