Indian education formula grants to leas

Cumberland County Public Schools received a Formula Grant award of $272,144 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 of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. This funding supports comprehensive educational programs specifically designed to address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) students enrolled in the district.

The grant funds support educational initiatives including academic instruction, cultural programming, professional development for educators, and targeted student support services for Native American students in Cumberland County's K-12 schools. These services are designed to help AIAN students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. The district is required to maintain records of grant-funded activities for three years following program completion and must limit administrative costs to no more than 5% of the total award amount.