Indian education formula grants to leas

Putnam City School District I-001 received a $142,341 Formula Grant award 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 award period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This grant funds comprehensive educational services designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students enrolled in the district.

The funding supports academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services specifically for Native American students. These activities are designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The district is required to maintain performance measures focused on student achievement in reading and mathematics, high school graduation rates, and culturally responsive activities. Administrative costs are limited to 5% of the award amount, with the remaining funds directed toward direct educational services for the Native American student population served by the district.