Indian education formula grants to leas

Federal Grant Award Summary

Mesa Unified School District 4 (Mesa Public Schools) received $673,393.00 in funding through the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060), administered by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. The award, effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, 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 include academic instruction, cultural programming, professional development for educators, and targeted student support services specifically designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The district's program focuses on improving student achievement in reading and math, supporting high school graduation rates, and implementing culturally responsive educational activities. The grant aligns with the program's statutory requirement that recipients maintain an Indian Parent Committee and limit administrative costs to 5% of the total award amount, with emphasis on measurable outcomes in academic performance and cultural engagement.