Bemidji Independent School District 31

Bemidji Independent School District 31 is a U.S. local government entity and school district located in Bemidji, Minnesota, registered in SAM.gov since 2011. The district serves the educational needs of students in the Bemidji area, with a particular focus on supporting American Indian and Alaska Native students through comprehensive educational programs. While specific details about the district's full educational mission are not provided, its federal grant history indicates a strong commitment to addressing the unique cultural, linguistic, and academic needs of Native American students in the region.

The district has consistently received Indian Education Formula Grants from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, with annual awards ranging from $291,238 to $342,284 between 2021 and 2025. These grants support a wide range of educational services, including academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services designed to help Native American students meet challenging state academic standards while preserving their cultural heritage. In addition to these prime grant awards, Bemidji Independent School District 31 has received numerous sub-grants from the Minnesota Department of Education, including awards for COVID-19 relief (American Rescue Plan), Comprehensive Literacy State Development, McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance, and Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund. The district has also received an Impact Aid Program grant, further demonstrating its ability to secure federal funding to support educational services and infrastructure for its student population.