The Chilocco Indian School: Background Characteristics and Programs, 1973-01-01 - 1973-12-31

Item — Box: 26, Folder: 21

Identifier: CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0007

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The Chilocco Indian School is an off-reservation school for Indian youth established in 1884, offering agricultural, vocational, and academic programs. The school emphasizes Indian traditions and cultural expression, and admits students based on various social and educational criteria. The school is accredited and offers remedial and enriched curricular offerings, guidance and counseling services, and college and vocational counseling. The campus has various facilities and amenities, including sports programs and an indoor swimming pool. There is an active alumni organization, and the proposed compensatory education program will target students in grades nine through twelve.