Indian education formula grants to leas

Sand Springs Public Schools received $215,021 in federal funding under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060), administered by the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. The award, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, 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.

The grant funds educational services including academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students. These initiatives are designed to help AIAN students meet state academic performance standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The district is required to maintain administrative costs at or below 5% of the award and must track performance metrics including student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive program activities. Sand Springs Public Schools must maintain grant records for three years following the completion of funded activities.