Indian education formula grants to leas

The Shasta Union High School District received a Formula Grant award of $139,296 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). The award, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, supports comprehensive educational programming designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students in the Redding, California area.

Under this award, the district delivers targeted educational services including academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and student support services specifically designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The grant funding supports initiatives focused on improving student achievement in reading and math, increasing high school graduation rates, and implementing culturally responsive educational activities. As a local educational agency meeting program eligibility requirements, Shasta Union High School District maintains the flexibility to design and implement project activities that address the specific needs of its American Indian student population in accordance with federal program requirements.