Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $120,134 to Denver Public Schools through the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program on July 1, 2026. The award funds services 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 receive instruction from teachers and school leaders with the ability to provide culturally appropriate and effective teaching. The period of performance runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with place of performance in Denver, Colorado. Funds must be spent or obligated within the project period. Denver Public Schools is a local educational agency serving the Denver metropolitan area and has consistently received federal grant awards to support its educational mission with a focus on culturally unique student populations.