Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $144,438 to El Reno Public Schools on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060). The award funds culturally appropriate educational services and instruction to address the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, with emphasis on ensuring these students meet challenging state performance standards, gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions and cultures, and receive instruction from teachers and school leaders with the ability to provide culturally appropriate and effective teaching. El Reno Public Schools, located in El Reno, Oklahoma, serves its local community with K-12 educational services with particular focus on Native American students. The award period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. This is a formula grant, with funds distributed annually directly to applicant LEAs that meet statutory requirements and design compliant projects.