Indian schools can now get grants to keep teachers from quitting

The US Education Department has changed the rules for a grant program that helps Indian schools. These schools can now apply for money specifically to keep teachers from leaving their jobs. This means more federal funds will go towards teacher retention efforts in schools serving Native American students.

Teacher turnover is a major problem for schools, especially those in underserved communities. High turnover disrupts student learning and drains resources. This rule change means that federal money can now directly address this problem, rather than just funding general professional development. It could stabilize teaching staff in schools that often struggle to attract and keep educators.