Indian education formula grants to leas

The Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded Central Consolidated School District $1,068,450 under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060) for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This formula grant supports comprehensive educational initiatives designed to address the unique cultural, linguistic, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students served by the district in Shiprock, New Mexico.

The funding enables Central Consolidated School District to deliver a range of educational services including academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, special education services, English language learning support, and targeted student support services. These programs are designed to help Native American students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The district, which serves a predominantly Native American student population, is required to maintain administrative costs at no more than 5% of the award and must demonstrate performance outcomes in student achievement in reading and math, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive activities.