$8 Million Campus Renovation for Chilocco Indian School: A New Beginning
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_009_1_36_26_0002
Dates
- April 21, 1974
- 93rd (1973-1975)
Scope and Contents
Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma is planning an $8 million campus renovation to provide vocational training and career education to its 300 students. The school is focusing on individualized curriculum and practical skills to prepare students for immediate employment after graduation. The superintendent, Jim Baker, is leading the efforts to modernize the school's educational system and facilities, including the possibility of computerized record keeping. The school has faced past challenges with student discipline and overcrowding, but is now looking towards a brighter future with the planned campus expansion.
Creator
Baker, Jim
Congress 93rd (1973-1975)
Policy Area Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Chilocco Indians; Navajo Indians
Congress 93rd (1973-1975)
Policy Area Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Chilocco Indians; Navajo Indians
Source
- Camp, John N. "Happy", 1908-1987 (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository