Assistance Available Through the Johnson-O'Malley Act: Correspondence with Carnegie Community Action Group, 1969-01-01 - 1969-12-31

Item — Box: 141, Folder: 8a

Identifier: CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0001

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The text is a series of correspondence between various individuals and agencies regarding the Johnson O'Malley Act funds for Indian education. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is reviewing the programs and communicating with community groups to discuss possible assistance available through the program. The Act provides financial assistance for Indian children in public schools, and eligibility is based on need. The Oklahoma State Plan outlines eligibility criteria for Indian pupils, and the funds are administered by the state to the local district. The correspondence also mentions the limited resources within the program and the focus on rural areas with Indian populations. The Director of Indian Education in Oklahoma is willing to meet with the community group to discuss the program and eligibility requirements.