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It is an act that was implemented in 1934 that ensures that Native American children receive the education opportunities that would not otherwise be provided. It is a supplementary program that provides specialized educational needs of Native American Students attending public schools. Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma Johnson O’Malley Program: The Kickapoo Johnson O’Malley Program provides services to Native American children who attend Jones Public Schools and McLoud Public Schools. *Child must be an enrolled member of a state or federally recognized tribe. |
Required Documents:
· Complete JOM application with proper school official signature
· CDIB or Enrollment Verification
· Proof of income if required
· Educational Support Application needed for certain services provided
· Letter from school official, such coach/teacher, must be submitted with Educational Support Application
Services Provided:
· School Supplies · Athletic Fees · Book Fair/Weekly Reader/Scholastic · Field Trip Fees · Class dues · Tutoring · Cultural Activities · Educational Enrichment · ACT Testing Fee · Summer School Fee · Band instrument Fees & Music items such as recorder |
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· Computer Fees & Material · High School Senior deposit * Services are provided when funding is available JOM Parent/Guardian & Student Community Meetings:
1. Annual community meeting held at beginning of academic school year.
2. Nominations for Parent Committee Officers
3. Other special activities
Regular/Special Meetings set by Parent Committee (no less than four times per academic year)
1. Discussion of students, school activities, approve budget preparation and execution, & educational support issues.
2. JOM Coordinator Reports
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What is the Johnson O’Malley Program Act?
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