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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Johnson-O'Malley Act Administration: Senate Committee Hearing
- Date:
- 1974-04-12
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Concerns at Seneca Indian School: A Call for Support and Self-Determination
- Date:
- 1974-05-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Legislative History of the Johnson-O'Malley Act: Public Law 167 - 73rd Congress
- Date:
- 1974-09-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975
- Date:
- 1974-09-20
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Support for Indian Education Reform: Telegrams to Senator Dewey Bartlett
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Appeal for Assistance at Seneca Indian School
- Date:
- 1975-01-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Seneca Indian School Achievements and Appreciation
- Date:
- 1975-02-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Chilocco Nation, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Indian Education: A Call for Continued Funding for the Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.
- Date:
- 1975-09-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Preserving Intermountain School: A Call for Support and Action
- Date:
- 1976-01-06
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.
- Date:
- 1976-03-02
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["Classes at Chilocco Indian School will resume on Monday after a long holiday vacation. A study on the future role of the school in Indian education will begin soon. Director of Education James E. Hawkins met with alumni and advisory groups to discuss the future of the school. Hawkins assured that more power will be given to the School Advisory Board in determining the school's future. There are concerns about declining enrollment and the need for Chilocco to meet the specific needs of Indian students. Hawkins defended the school administration in response to recent disturbances. Chilocco will be surveyed by an independent consulting group, and specific guidelines for the school's future will be defined by the Secretary of the Interior. Hawkins also met with representatives of the National Indian Youth Council to discuss potential changes at Chilocco."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Johnson-O'Malley Act Administration: Senate Committee Hearing")
![["The document is informing Mr. Fosdick that they have enclosed letters related to a request for an additional $500,000 to the BIA budget for the Chilocco School. They mention that the Chilocco School Board delegation asked for coordination of activities with Mr. Fosdick, and offer further assistance if needed. The document is signed by Happy Camp, a Member of Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns at Seneca Indian School: A Call for Support and Self-Determination")
![["The Indian School Journal Volume 71 reported on various school activities at Chilocco Indian School. The Student Council attended a workshop at Sequoyah High School, the Pep Club had a successful start with 48 members, and STUCO elections were held. The Chilocco Indians football team lost to the Sequoyah Indians, the Aggie students went on a field trip to the State Fair, the Choir elected officers, and the Band and Drill Team attended the State Fair. The Type Tusslers Club organized and elected officers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative History of the Johnson-O'Malley Act: Public Law 167 - 73rd Congress")
![["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."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975")
![["The document is a response from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to a Member of Congress regarding concerns raised by a constituent, Ms. Viola Meier, about enrollment policies in Bureau schools. The document addresses specific questions raised by Ms. Meier, such as the need for separate school systems for Indian youth, qualifications of school boards, academic performance of Indian youth, and alternative approaches to boarding schools. The Bureau explains the criteria for enrolling Indian youth in Bureau schools and discusses the efforts to transition Indian youth to public schools. They also acknowledge the potential benefits of small group homes near public schools for Indian youth. The Bureau expresses willingness to provide further information if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Indian Education Reform: Telegrams to Senator Dewey Bartlett")
![["The document is a request to Congresswoman Julia Butler Hansen to include $500,000 in the Interior Department Appropriation bill for Fiscal 1974 for the Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma. The funding is needed for the design phase of a major study of the educational program at Chilocco. The document emphasizes the importance of the school for the education of Indian boys and girls and urges favorable consideration of the funding request."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Appeal for Assistance at Seneca Indian School")
![["The Interior Department is requesting funds for a $10 million building project at the Chilocco Indian boarding school in Oklahoma. The project, recommended by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, would include new dormitories, dining facilities, student union building, and vocational education buildings. The school serves about 350 high school students and the construction could be completed in about three years. The BIA plans to add post-graduate vocational and technical programs, as well as junior college-type programs to meet the needs of the Indian children in the area."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Seneca Indian School Achievements and Appreciation")
![["The document is a series of letters and resolutions regarding the Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma. The Osage Tribal Council has endorsed a remodeling program for the school and requested funding for its operation and maintenance. Members of Congress, including Happy Camp, have expressed support for the school and requested funding in the Interior Department Appropriation bill for Fiscal 1974. The documents emphasize the importance of the school in providing education and vocational training for Indian youth."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Indian Education: A Call for Continued Funding for the Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.")
![["Marjorie Wooten from Chilocco Indian School is concerned about Tillman returning to Concho and wants to check with BIA. Jim Hawkins explains that the Supreme Court stay allows the position to be filled, but it must be advertised again. Wooten is informed and believes Tillman may not be convinced. A phone call between Tillman and Hawkins is arranged. Tillman still wants the superintendent job at Chilocco and is returning to Concho to force BIA to act."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Preserving Intermountain School: A Call for Support and Action")
![["A letter was drafted in the Bureau of Indian Affairs requesting the reprogramming of $296,000 for renovations at Chilocco School. The document is awaiting action in Mr. Wiles' office and needs to be signed off on and sent to Congresswoman Hansen, the Chairman of the Interior Appropriations subcommittee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.")