Indian education formula grants to leas

The Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE) awarded Southwest Region School District (SWRSD) $186,424 through the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060) for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This formula grant supports comprehensive educational programs designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students in the Dillingham, Alaska school district.

Under this award, SWRSD will deliver academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services specifically designed to help AIAN students meet state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The funded activities will serve federally connected and Alaska Native students within the district's K-12 educational system, with performance measures focused on student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive educational activities. Grant funds are limited to 5% for administrative costs, ensuring that the majority of resources are directed toward direct student services and program delivery.