Indian Township Passamaquoddy School Committee

Indian Township Passamaquoddy School Committee, doing business as Maine Indian Education, is a federally recognized tribal government and educational institution located in Calais, Maine. Registered in SAM.gov since 2009, the organization serves as a critical educational resource for Native American students in the region. As a minority institution and educational entity, it focuses on providing comprehensive K-12 educational services specifically tailored to the unique needs of indigenous students in the Calais area, with a commitment to culturally responsive academic programming.

The organization primarily receives federal grants from the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, with a focus on two key federal grant programs: Indian Education Formula Grants to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and the Impact Aid Program. These grants have supported a wide range of educational services, including general instruction, special education, English language learning, school nutrition, career and technical education, teacher training, and technology integration. Through sub-grant awards from the Maine Department of Education, the school committee has also participated in programs such as the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), school lunch services, and special education grants for children with disabilities. The federal awards demonstrate a sustained commitment to supporting educational opportunities for Native American students, with current grant periods ranging from one to five years and focusing on comprehensive academic and support services that address the holistic educational needs of the community.