Impact aid program, title VII, section 7003

The Department of Education Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded McLaughlin School District 15 2 in McLaughlin, South Dakota, $3,944,086 on October 1, 2025, under the Impact Aid Program, Title VII, Section 7003 (CFDA 84.041).

The award funds comprehensive K-12 educational services including general instruction, special education, English language learning, school nutrition, career and technical education, teacher training, and technology integration. McLaughlin School District serves a significant Native American student population in an area impacted by federal lands. The award carries a six-year period of performance through September 30, 2031, with place of performance at McLaughlin, SD 57642.

The Impact Aid Program provides financial assistance to school districts affected by federal activities. Under Section 7003, assistance flows to districts where at least three percent or 400 of the total number of eligible federally connected children in average daily attendance live on federal property including Indian lands and/or have a parent who works on federal property or is on active duty in the uniformed services. Payments are made annually to eligible local educational agencies based on a statutory formula and are prorated if appropriations prove insufficient.