Indian education formula grants to leas

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded $1,253,892 to Community Strategies, Inc., doing business as Epic Charter School, on July 1, 2026, under the Indian Education Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060).

Epic Charter School, a non-profit educational organization based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, operates the grant to address the unique educational and culturally related academic needs of Indian students, ensure those students gain knowledge and understanding of Native communities, languages, Tribal histories, traditions and cultures, and build the capacity of teachers, principals, school leaders, and staff to provide culturally appropriate and effective instruction. The award covers the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with place of performance in Oklahoma City, OK 73118.

This is a formula grant issued directly to an eligible local educational agency. Community Strategies, Inc. holds tax-exempt status and has received multiple prior awards from the Department of Education and other federal agencies supporting Indian education, language revitalization, and school safety initiatives serving Native American and Alaska Native students.