State review found 20 federal-program compliance indicators out of compliance

What happened

Alaska DEED’s 2025–26 review found KGBSD out of compliance on 20 indicators covering ESEA programs, including Title I, Title II, Title IV and federal fiscal requirements. The district submitted its response on September 28, describing corrective steps and more than 60 supporting documents; DEED’s acceptance is not stated in the record.

Why it matters to families

The findings included gaps in English-learner assessment and identification procedures, Title IV program tracking, and written controls for federal personnel and purchasing costs. These requirements govern federal education programs and funding, although the response reports that several processes have since been updated.

The evidence

The district’s response summary states that DEED identified 20 indicators as not in compliance and required explanations or corrective actions by September 30, 2026. It says KGBSD submitted its response September 28 with more than 60 additional documents, and describes, among other issues, inconsistent reporting of English-learner assessment reasons, an identification follow-up lapse, missing Title IV data tracking, and subsequently developed time-and-effort and cost-allowability guidance.

The source