Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $226,310 to Washoe County School District on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060). The award period runs through June 30, 2027, with performance at the district's location in Reno, Nevada.

The Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program funds initiatives addressing the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students to help them meet challenging state performance standards, ensure they gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions and cultures, and enable teachers, principals, school leaders, and staff to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction to Indian students. This represents the Department's principal vehicle for addressing the particular needs of Indian children.

Washoe County School District serves a diverse student population with particular emphasis on supporting Native American students, addressing educational inequities, and providing comprehensive support services for students and families. The district has secured multiple federal grant awards from the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education to support educational initiatives ranging from Indian Education Formula Grants to literacy programs, student mental health services, and community school initiatives.

The award is a formula grant issued annually directly to the applicant. Funds must be spent or obligated within the project period. The district is required to maintain records for three years after completion of activities funded by the grant.