Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded St. John School District 3 in St. John, North Dakota $120,327 under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060) on July 1, 2026. The award funds educational services addressing the unique academic and culturally related needs of Indian students, ensuring they meet state performance standards and gain knowledge of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures. The funding also supports professional development for teachers and school leaders to deliver culturally appropriate and effective instruction to Indian students. The award period runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. St. John School District 3, a local government entity registered in SAM.gov, serves American Indian and Alaska Native students through K-12 programming, and has received consistent funding across multiple federal grant programs supporting culturally informed academic instruction, student support services, and comprehensive literacy initiatives.