Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded the Anchorage School District $2,297,317 on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060) to address the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, ensure these students gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions and cultures, and enable teachers and school leaders serving Indian students to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction.

The award is a formula grant with a period of performance from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Work is performed in Anchorage, Alaska. The Anchorage School District, Alaska's largest school district serving 44,325 students, holds this funding as a prime recipient. Grants under this program are awarded annually to local educational agencies that meet applicable requirements and design projects meeting statutory requirements. Funds must be spent or obligated within the project period.