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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_078
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Bureau of Indian Affairs' Response to Proposed Bilingual Program for Indian Students in Tulsa Public Schools
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_081
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Proposed Indian Education Program for Tulsa Public Schools in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_082
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Educational Needs of Native American Children in Oklahoma: A Proposal for a Specialized Remediation Program
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_086
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Senator Harris' Inquiry on Indian Education
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_090
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Efforts to Address Discrimination Against Indian Students in Rapid City Public Schools: A Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_091
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Discrimination in Rapid City Public Schools and the Fight for Equal Educational Opportunities
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_092
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Research Service Response to Inquiry from Honorable Fred Harris, Dated June 29, 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_097
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Employment Status of Mr. Frank Tipton at the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid Support for Claude Archiquette
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Bureau Higher Education Support for Veteran Little Charlie Franks
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs responds to a request for funding for a bilingual program for Indian students in Tulsa public schools. The Bureau states that it is not their policy to fund such programs, but suggests that the United States Office of Education may be able to provide funding through Titles I, III, and VII of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The letter encourages Dr. Truka to contact the Oklahoma State Department of Education and Dr. Albar Pina at the U.S. Office of Education for assistance. The Commissioner commends Dr. Truka for his efforts to improve education for Indian students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_078_thumbnail.jpg "Bureau of Indian Affairs' Response to Proposed Bilingual Program for Indian Students in Tulsa Public Schools")
![["George W. Truka, Director of Special Education at Tulsa Public Schools, sent a letter to Senator Fred H. Harris thanking him for his prompt response to a proposal for an Indian education program. Truka enclosed a tentative proposal and offered to create a budget if funds are made available. He expressed gratitude for Harris' interest in the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_081_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Proposed Indian Education Program for Tulsa Public Schools in 1971")
![["The document discusses the need for a specialized remediation program for Indian children in Tulsa, Oklahoma, who struggle with the academic transition due to their cultural and bilingual backgrounds. It proposes implementing a program similar to the Title VI Material and Educational Resource Center (MERC) to provide individualized curriculum and support for these children. The success of this program could lead to the establishment of similar programs statewide or nationally."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_082_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Educational Needs of Native American Children in Oklahoma: A Proposal for a Specialized Remediation Program")
![["The United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, responded to an inquiry from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding Indian education on behalf of Sherri Wender. They provided materials to assist with research and thanked the Senator for the opportunity to respond."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_086_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Senator Harris' Inquiry on Indian Education")
![["The letter provides additional information to Senator Harris regarding discrimination against Indian students in Rapid City Public Schools. It explains that the schools do not provide bus transportation within the city limits, but the Bureau of Indian Affairs was able to transfer two buses to the Community Action Program in Rapid City to help meet the immediate need. The letter also states that Title I funds are being used to benefit low-income students, including Indian students, in Rapid City. The Bureau of Indian Affairs will continue to monitor the situation and provide assistance as needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_090_thumbnail.jpg "Efforts to Address Discrimination Against Indian Students in Rapid City Public Schools: A Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["A letter from U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris acknowledges receipt of a fact sheet about discrimination against Indians in Rapid City public schools and promises to take action. The fact sheet highlights the lack of transportation services for Indian students living in low-income areas, citing safety concerns and disparities in funding allocation. The letter argues that the school district's refusal to provide transportation services is unjust and discriminatory, particularly towards economically disadvantaged Indian families. It also questions the district's handling of Title I funds meant for culturally deprived students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_091_thumbnail.jpg "Discrimination in Rapid City Public Schools and the Fight for Equal Educational Opportunities")
![["The Library of Congress Congressional Research Service sent information in response to Honorable Fred Harris' inquiry and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_092_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Research Service Response to Inquiry from Honorable Fred Harris, Dated June 29, 1971")
![["Senator Harris received a letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in response to an inquiry about Mr. Frank Tipton, a teacher at Fort Sill Indian School. Mr. Tipton's employment is being reviewed due to concerns about his performance during his probationary period. The Bureau will delay the decision on retaining him while conducting a thorough review and providing support to help him meet performance standards. Mr. Tipton will be kept informed of the process, and a resolution will be sought that is fair to him and the Indian education program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_097_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Employment Status of Mr. Frank Tipton at the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Bob L. Archiquette wrote a letter to Senator Fred Harris seeking assistance for his son, Claude, who is attending college and in need of financial aid. Bob explains that he can no longer afford to provide financial assistance to Claude due to his own financial situation, and Claude is struggling to save money from his summer job to cover his expenses. Despite applying for aid from the school and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Claude has not received enough support to continue his education. Bob is concerned about the lack of understanding from the school's Student Aids Committee and hopes Senator Harris can provide assistance or advice. Senator Harris forwarded Bob's letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for reevaluation and informed Bob that he will follow up with any updates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid Support for Claude Archiquette")
![["Mr. Little Charlie Franks is seeking assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the GI Bill to attend college part-time. He contacted Senator Fred Harris for help with his request. The Bureau of Indian Affairs responded to Senator Harris, stating that Franks can apply for supplemental aid for his GI Bill benefits on a need basis. The letter also mentions that neither of the Bureau's offices have record of prior contact with Franks. Senator Harris is in the process of contacting the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Veterans Administration to assist Franks with his request."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Bureau Higher Education Support for Veteran Little Charlie Franks")