Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $222,123 to Shawnee Independent School District NO. 93 (operating as Shawnee Public Schools) on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

The award funds activities addressing the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, ensuring these students meet challenging state performance standards, gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures, and enabling teachers, principals, and school staff serving Indian students to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction.

Shawnee Independent School District NO. 93 is a local government educational entity in Shawnee, Oklahoma. The grant period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Performance occurs in Shawnee, OK 74801.

The Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program awards formula grants directly to eligible local educational agencies annually. LEAs serving Oklahoma, among other states and territories, are not subject to the standard eligibility threshold of at least 10 Indian children or 25 percent Indian enrollment. Funds must be spent or obligated within the project period. Grantees must maintain records for three years after activity completion.