Indian education formula grants to leas

Grant Award Summary

St. Paul Public Schools (Independent School District #625) received a Formula Grant award of $226,503 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 of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This funding 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 support initiatives that enable AIAN students to meet challenging state academic standards while preserving cultural heritage. Key products and services delivered through this award include academic instruction, culturally relevant programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services. St. Paul Public Schools administers these services with a maximum of 5% of grant funds allocated to administrative costs, with performance measures focused on student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive activities. The district's work is informed by consultation with Indian Parent Committees as required by program guidelines.