Indian education formula grants to leas

Shelton School District 309 received $104,325 in funding under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060), administered by the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. The award, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, supports comprehensive educational programs designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students in the district's elementary and secondary schools.

The funded activities include academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students. These initiatives are designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. As a formula grant recipient, Shelton School District 309 must maintain performance measures focused on student achievement in reading and math, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive activities, with administrative costs limited to 5% of the award.