Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded Lawton Public Schools $339,581 on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

The award funds culturally relevant academic programming and services addressing the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students served by the district. The program supports instruction enabling Indian students to meet state performance standards, gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions and cultures, and ensures that teachers, principals, school leaders and staff serving Indian students develop the ability to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction.

Lawton Public Schools, a local educational agency in Lawton, Oklahoma, serves a diverse student population including a significant number of Native American students. The period of performance runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with performance taking place in Lawton, Oklahoma. This is a formula grant distributed annually to eligible applicants meeting statutory requirements.