Bureau of Indian Education (BIE)

The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) is a federal agency responsible for supporting and managing schools that serve Native American and Alaska Native students. It aims to provide quality education that respects their cultures and traditions, overseeing a network of elementary and secondary schools on or near reservations. The BIE sets policies, allocates funding, and supervises programs to improve educational opportunities for Native youth, helping to address disparities and foster community development while preserving cultural heritage.