Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $129,087 to Maryetta School District 22 on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060). 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 program also supports professional development for teachers, principals, and school staff serving Indian students to deliver culturally appropriate and effective instruction.

Maryetta School District 22, located in Stilwell, Oklahoma, serves approximately 551 K-8th grade students, with 82 percent American Indian enrollment. The district operates with 78 percent of its student population qualifying for free or reduced lunch programs. The award period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with all funds to be spent or obligated within that 12-month period. The assistance type is a formula grant, distributed directly to applicant LEAs meeting statutory requirements without competitive application.