Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $338,418 to Billings School District 2 on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

Billings Public Schools, the largest school district in Montana, uses the funding to address the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, ensuring they meet challenging state performance standards and gain knowledge of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions, and cultures. The award also supports professional development for teachers, principals, and school staff to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction to Indian students.

The period of performance runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with place of performance in Billings, Montana. This is a formula grant distributed directly to the applicant. Billings Public Schools serves over 16,700 students across its educational facilities and meets program eligibility requirements as a local educational agency serving Indian children.