Under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), some districts are required to consult with tribal governments on the development of their education plans. This practice brief is intended to serve as an overview of district-level ESEA tribal consultation requirements and as guidance for local education agencies. It includes:

• Which programs require districts to consult with tribes
• How to make tribal consultations under ESEA meaningful
• Key considerations and questions for engaging tribes
• Guiding questions for meaningful consultation