Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded Stillwater School District 16 $130,250 under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program on July 1, 2026.

The formula grant funds support academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students within the district. The award covers the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with place of performance in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

The Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060) addresses the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, ensures Indian students gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures, and develops the capacity of teachers, principals, school leaders, and staff to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction. The program is the Department's principal vehicle for addressing the particular needs of Indian children. Awards are issued annually directly to eligible applicants; Stillwater School District 16 has consistently received annual grants ranging from $144,433 to $147,493 in prior years. The district also receives sub-awards from the State Department of Education supporting special education, nutrition programs, rural and low-income school initiatives, homeless student assistance, English learner programs, and teacher quality improvement.