Indian education formula grants to leas

Ronan School District 30 received $208,984 in formula grant funding 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 July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The award supports comprehensive educational services designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students enrolled in the district's four schools located in Ronan, Montana. The district's student population is 64% American Indian, with a total K-12 enrollment of 1,471 students.

Funded activities under this award include academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students in elementary and secondary educational settings. These initiatives are designed to help students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving cultural heritage. Performance measures focus on student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive programming. The district maintains administrative costs at no more than 5% of the award and is required to consult with Indian Parent Committees regarding program design and implementation.