Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $123,045 in formula grant funding to Eureka City Schools on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

Eureka City Schools, a local educational agency based in Eureka, California, serves students including Native American populations in the region. The funding supports the district's efforts to address the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, ensure that Indian students gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, tribal histories, traditions, and cultures, and enhance the ability of teachers, principals, school leaders, and staff serving Indian students to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction.

The award covers a 12-month period of performance from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with all work performed in Eureka, California. The grant is a formula award made directly to the LEA applicant, issued annually to all applicants meeting applicable statutory requirements.