Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $114,667 to Swain County Board of Education on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

The award funds educational services addressing the unique needs of Indian students in Swain County Schools, which operates in Bryson City, North Carolina. The grant supports academic instruction, cultural programming, and teacher professional development to ensure Indian students meet state performance standards and gain knowledge of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures. The award also supports training for teachers, principals, and school staff to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction to Indian students.

The period of performance runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Funds must be spent or obligated within the project period and are distributed by direct deposit upon request by the LEA. Swain County Schools is classified as a local educational agency eligible for this formula grant, having enrolled Indian students meeting the statutory enrollment thresholds. The school district has received prior awards under this program and maintains consistent engagement with federal educational funding supporting diverse student populations.