Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded Cuba Independent School District $107,504 in federal grant funding on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

The award funds services addressing the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, with the aim of enabling these students to meet state performance standards, gain knowledge of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions and cultures, and ensuring that educators serving Indian students can provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction. Cuba Independent School District serves 714 students in Cuba, New Mexico, of whom 77 percent are Native American and 100 percent qualify for free and reduced lunch.

The funding period 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 LEA request. The formula grant is awarded directly to the applicant LEA and is available to all applicants meeting statutory requirements. Records must be maintained for three years after completion of activities funded by the grant.