Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $121,181 to Deer River Public School District on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

Deer River Public School District, located in Deer River, Minnesota, serves a community with a significant Native American population. The formula grant funds initiatives addressing the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, ensuring they meet challenging state performance standards and gain knowledge of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures. The award also supports professional development for teachers and school leaders to deliver culturally appropriate and effective instruction to Indian students.

The grant period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Funds must be spent or obligated within the project period. The assistance type is a formula grant, issued annually to eligible applicants meeting statutory requirements.