Washington County Board Of Education

Washington County School District Inc. is a local government educational agency located in Chatom, Alabama, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since February 28, 2007, with its registration set to expire on November 18, 2025. As a U.S. local government and school district entity, the organization is primarily focused on providing educational services to students in its jurisdiction, with a particular emphasis on supporting Native American and Alaska Native student populations. The district has established itself as an eligible recipient of federal grants, specifically targeting comprehensive educational programs that address the unique cultural, linguistic, and academic needs of its diverse student body.

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 $120,000 to $133,000 over the past several years. These grants, funded under CFDA 84.060, support academic instruction, cultural programming, teacher professional development, and targeted student support services for Native American students. Additionally, Washington County School District Inc. has received numerous sub-awards from the Alabama State Department of Education, covering a wide range of educational initiatives. These sub-grants include programs focused on special education services, career and technical education, support for migratory children, rural district assistance, improving academic achievement, enhancing teaching quality, and providing support for students at risk of failing to meet academic standards. The district has also received grants to address COVID-19 pandemic responses and stipends for mastery candidates and high-quality instructional materials, demonstrating its comprehensive approach to educational improvement and student support.