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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Developing Culturally-Based Learning Modules: The SWCEL Fellowship Program and Beacon Schools Initiative
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Discussion on Corporate Membership in Laboratories and Pre-reading Skills Development
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Origins and Commitment of the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory to Improve Regional Education
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Higher--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declined Invitation to Indian Dress Fashion Show at National Cowboy Hall of Fame
- Date:
- 1967-04-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Higher--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Proceedings of the Womanpower-in-Action Forum: Towards the Reduction of Violence (1968)
- Date:
- 1968-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Women for Change: A 1968 Newsletter on Addressing Violence, Extremism, and Famine
- Date:
- 1968-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Higher--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1968 Women in the War on Poverty Conference: List of Participating Organizations and Representatives
- Date:
- 1968-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Struggle for Federal Support: The Navajo Community College's Quest for a Permanent Home
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Higher--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Navajo Community College: A Struggle for Federal Support and Native American Education
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Federal Government Employment Application Guide for Educators
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Higher--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The document discusses the development of program modules based on variables such as culturally-based learning styles, language arts materials, self-fulfilling expectations, and pre-reading programs. It also mentions the in-service training program for teachers in Beacon Schools, focusing on instructional objectives. The Fellows in the SWCEL Fellowship Program are involved in research and teacher-training activities, with financial assistance provided by the Laboratory. The training sessions aim to prepare teachers for implementing new projects in primary language arts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Developing Culturally-Based Learning Modules: The SWCEL Fellowship Program and Beacon Schools Initiative")
![["Dr. Francis S. Chase, the chairman of the National Laboratories Advisory Committee, visited the Albuquerque office of SWCEL to review their program and organization. The issue of corporate memberships in laboratories, whether they should consist of individuals or organizations, was discussed. The laboratory ultimately decided on the individual membership approach. The laboratory is also planning a study to improve pre-reading skills for primary level reading. The National Science Foundation has funding available for high school teachers to attend summer institutes to learn new teaching techniques. Materials for language skills teaching are available from various sources. The SWCEL staff also attended a meeting in New Orleans to review current operations and discuss long-range programming."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Discussion on Corporate Membership in Laboratories and Pre-reading Skills Development")
![["The Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory (SWCEL) was created to address the educational needs of minority groups in the Southwest region, including Spanish speakers and Native Americans who have historically faced challenges in achieving higher levels of education. SWCEL conducts research and disseminates information to help schools better serve these subcultures and overcome cultural barriers to education. The organization aims to improve educational outcomes and address issues of poverty and frustration resulting from lack of access to quality education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0048_thumbnail.jpg "The Origins and Commitment of the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory to Improve Regional Education")
![["LaDonna Harris received an invitation from Ms. Katherine Binkley to attend a luncheon and style show featuring Indian dresses on April 14. LaDonna Harris regrets that she cannot attend due to prior commitments, but thanks Ms. Binkley for the invitation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Declined Invitation to Indian Dress Fashion Show at National Cowboy Hall of Fame")
![["The document provides information about a forum titled \"Womanpower-in-Action\" held on July 23-24, 1968, towards the reduction of violence. It includes a list of guest discussants, their biographical notes, and the agenda for the event. The guest discussants include individuals from various fields such as community leadership, academia, and government. The document also provides detailed biographical information about some of the key participants, including Ruth Atkins, Henry E. Bowes, and Attorney General Ramsey Clark."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Proceedings of the Womanpower-in-Action Forum: Towards the Reduction of Violence (1968)")
![["The newsletter \"Womanpower in Action\" is focused on empowering women to work towards creating a more humane society and combatting violence and extremism. The newsletter discusses the despair felt in 1968 and the need for private citizens to come together to work towards peace and change. It highlights the potential issues facing the world in 1969, such as war, civil unrest, and poverty. The newsletter also emphasizes the strength and courage of women in facing these challenges."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Women for Change: A 1968 Newsletter on Addressing Violence, Extremism, and Famine")
![["Various national organizations, government departments, and local areas responded to a questionnaire regarding the second annual conference of Women in the War on Poverty, held in May 1968. The organizations included B'nai B'rith, National Association of Women's Deans and Counsellors, National Council of Negro Women, and American Association of University Women, among others. Government departments such as Social Security Administration and Department of Agriculture also participated. Local areas represented included Child Development Center in Arlington, Virginia, and Change, Inc. The responses highlighted the involvement of women in addressing poverty and social issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Conferences%20and%20Committees,%201966-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0008_thumbnail.jpg "1968 Women in the War on Poverty Conference: List of Participating Organizations and Representatives")
![["The Navajo Community College, the first college created and run by Indians on a reservation, is seeking federal funding to move permanently to nearby land. The college offers courses in vocational training, teaching, health care, law, Navajo culture, and English. The government has given support but has not provided funding yet, causing doubts among the Navajo people. The success of the college is well-known nationally, but funding delays are causing concern for the future of the college and its students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_005_thumbnail.jpg "Struggle for Federal Support: The Navajo Community College's Quest for a Permanent Home")
![["The Navajo Community College, the first college run by Indians on a reservation, is seeking federal funding to move to nearby land. The need for better education among Navajo students is great, as dropout rates are high. The college offers courses in vocational training, teaching, health care, law, Navajo culture, and English. Despite official encouragement, the government has not provided funding, causing doubt among Navajos. The success of the college is well known nationally, but funding delays are causing concern for the future of the institution."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_006_thumbnail.jpg "Navajo Community College: A Struggle for Federal Support and Native American Education")
![["The document provides instructions for educators interested in applying for federal government positions. It includes details such as qualifications, preferences for veterans, and questions about membership in certain organizations. Applicants are required to provide detailed information about their education, work experience, and personal background."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_0000-Education,%20Indian%20Education,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_004_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Government Employment Application Guide for Educators")
