Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $164,108 to Sault Ste. Marie Area Public Schools on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies (CFDA 84.060) formula grant program. The recipient will provide culturally appropriate educational services, academic instruction, and teacher professional development targeting the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students in the district. Performance occurs in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, with a period of performance from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The formula grant program funds local educational agencies that serve at least 10 Indian children or in which Indians constitute at least 25 percent of total enrollment, ensuring Indian students meet challenging state performance standards and gain knowledge of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures while enabling teachers and school leaders to provide effective, culturally appropriate instruction.