Indian education formula grants to leas

Lawrence County Board of Education received a Formula Grant award of $215,950.00 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. The funding supports comprehensive educational programs designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students in Lawrence County, Alabama.

The grant funds educational initiatives that enable AIAN students to meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. Typical activities supported through this funding include academic instruction, cultural programming aligned with Native American traditions, professional development for educators, and targeted student support services. The school district is required to maintain strict financial controls, limiting administrative costs to no more than 5% of the award and measuring success through performance metrics including student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and engagement in culturally responsive educational activities.