Investigation into Alleged Mistreatment at Chilocco Indian School, 1969-01-01 - 1969-12-31

Item — Box: 141, Folder: 9

Identifier: CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0043

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The civil rights division of the justice department is investigating charges of mistreatment of students at the Chilocco Indian boarding school. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is also looking into the allegations. Student leaders at the school have called for a letter campaign to defend the school's reputation. Law enforcement officers in the area have defended the school's disciplinary methods. The report of mistreatment at the school has led to calls for the removal of the school superintendent. The school is facing challenges due to inadequate funds and staffing. The justice department is investigating whether there has been a violation of federal civil rights laws at the school.