Fountain Hills Unified School

Fountain Hills Unified School is a local government educational entity located in Fountain Hills, Arizona, serving a significant population of students from the Fort McDowell tribal area. Registered in SAM.gov since October 2009, the school district operates as a U.S. Local Government and School District, strategically positioned northeast of Phoenix. While the school does not hold a federal contract vehicle, it has been actively engaged in receiving federal grant awards that support its comprehensive educational mission.

The district has consistently received federal grants from the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, primarily focusing on the Impact Aid Program (Title VII, Section 7003) and Indian Education Formula Grants to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs). These grants, totaling approximately $1.1 million for the 2024-2025 period, enable the school to deliver critical educational services including general instruction, special education, English language learning, school nutrition, career and technical education, teacher training, and technology integration. Additionally, the district receives sub-awards from the Arizona Department of Education for programs like Student Support and Academic Enrichment, Supporting Effective Instruction, and IDEA Basic Section 611 Subgrants. These awards have supported specialized initiatives such as purchasing sensory equipment, creating flexible learning spaces for students with individual needs, and implementing comprehensive school safety programs in collaboration with local law enforcement and community organizations like the Maricopa County Sheriff's Department and Fountain Hills Protect Our Youth Coalition.