Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $213,136 to New Town Public School District on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060). The award funds culturally appropriate instruction and academic support addressing the unique educational needs of Native American students, including language instruction, knowledge of Tribal histories and cultures, and professional development for teachers and school leaders serving Indian students. The grant covers the period July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with place of performance in New Town, North Dakota. New Town Public School District, serving a significant Native American student population, is a local educational agency that meets the program's eligibility threshold of at least 10 Indian students or 25 percent Indian enrollment. The assistance type is a formula grant, awarded annually to eligible applicants meeting statutory requirements.