Indian education formula grants to leas

Rio Rancho Public Schools received $180,507 in funding under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies (CFDA 84.060) program, administered by the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education. The award, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, supports 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 funded activities encompass academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services specifically designed to help AIAN students meet state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. Rio Rancho Public Schools' participation in this formula grant program reflects its commitment to serving the Native American student population in the Rio Rancho, New Mexico area through evidence-based educational interventions focused on improving outcomes in core academic areas, particularly reading and math, while maintaining culturally responsive programming.