Sequoyah Public School

Sequoyah Public School is a non-profit educational institution located in Claremore, Oklahoma, specifically focused on serving Native American students. Registered in SAM.gov with a corporate tax-exempt structure, the school is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational programs that address the unique cultural, language, and academic needs of American Indian and Alaska Native students. As a specialized educational institution, Sequoyah Public School primarily receives federal grant awards that support culturally relevant academic instruction, preservation of Native heritage, and targeted student support services designed to help Native students meet challenging state academic standards.

The school has consistently received federal grants from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, primarily through the Indian Education Formula Grants to Local Educational Agencies program (CFDA 84.060). These grants, ranging from approximately $106,000 to $108,000 annually, fund specialized academic programs, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and student support services. Additionally, Sequoyah Public School received a $161,600 Project Grant from the Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services to enhance school security and implement evidence-based school safety programs. The school also receives numerous sub-grants from the State Department of Education, including funding for nutritional meals, special education projects for disabled children, school counseling services, and initiatives supporting rural and low-income students. These sub-grants cover programs such as IDEA Part B, preschool support for disabled children, and COVID-19 emergency relief efforts, demonstrating the school's comprehensive approach to educational support and student welfare.