Summary of Federal Grant Award

The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) received a formula grant award of $1,845,500 from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the Grants for State Assessments and Related Activities program (CFDA 84.369). The award, dated July 1, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2026, supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of high-quality academic assessment systems serving BIE's network of 183 elementary and secondary schools across 23 states. Funding supports the creation and administration of academic standards, development of standardized testing frameworks aligned with Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), and coordination of participation in national assessment programs including the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP).

The grant enables BIE to conduct data collection and reporting initiatives, maintain assessment infrastructure, and provide technical assistance to its schools and local educational agencies. These assessment activities ensure that BIE's educational programs for Native American students meet federal accountability requirements while supporting the agency's comprehensive educational mission, which includes serving students with disabilities and addressing unique educational needs of Native American communities. All funds must be obligated in accordance with Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) and audit requirements under 2 CFR Part 200.