Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $573,636 to the Matanuska Susitna Borough School District on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060). The award funds culturally appropriate instruction and academic support services addressing the unique educational needs of Indian students, ensuring they gain knowledge of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures while meeting state performance standards. The award also supports professional development enabling teachers, principals, school leaders, and staff serving Indian students to deliver culturally effective instruction. Performance occurs in Palmer, Alaska, with a period of performance from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The school district, serving over 19,000 students across 48 schools with significant Native Alaskan enrollment, is a subordinate entity of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough.