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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- New Staff Appointments and Educational Laboratory Roles: A SWCEL Newsletter
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- SWCEL's Innovative Classroom and School-Community Programs: A Focus on Teachers and Beacon Schools
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0007
- 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 Spanish-Speaking Students: Recommendations from a Pueblo Educator
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Program Goals and Modules for the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc.: Addressing Language Learning Challenges for Culturally Diverse Students
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Missed Invitation and Communication with Miss India America Event Organizers
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Schedule Conflict and Possible Rescheduling for Senator's Visit to Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Inquiry for Indian Art Exhibit at Okla City University
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Memorandum: Proposed Attendance at Central State College Student Union Building Dedication
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0066
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Memorandum Regarding Potential Guest Attendance at OIO Banquet
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- National Council of Women of the United States: Urban Development Initiatives and Annual Meeting Highlights of 1967
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The SWCEL newsletter announces the appointment of three new staff members, including a business manager, an education administrator, and an instructional researcher. The newsletter discusses the unique structure of regional laboratories and the need for developing teaching strategies. It also highlights workshops conducted by SWCEL on classroom teaching and research progress. The newsletter emphasizes the importance of independence and innovation in the laboratory program to address old problems and ensure a successful future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0006_thumbnail.jpg "New Staff Appointments and Educational Laboratory Roles: A SWCEL Newsletter")
![["The SWCEL Beacon Schools program focuses on developing innovative classroom practices and materials for teachers. The program aims to identify and support research-oriented teachers and disseminate their methods to other schools. Beacon schools will serve as demonstration centers for new practices, with a focus on improving student achievement and aspiration levels. The program also includes training for first-grade teachers and para-professionals. Additionally, SWCEL is working on projects to develop new materials for junior high school American History curriculum. The program emphasizes contingency contracting and local problem-solving, with involvement from Area Directors and school administrators. The goal is to improve education in the Southwest region through innovative practices and research-oriented teaching."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0008_thumbnail.jpg "SWCEL's Innovative Classroom and School-Community Programs: A Focus on Teachers and Beacon Schools")
![["The SWCEL Newsletter discusses the challenges faced by Spanish-speaking students in achieving academic success in school districts in the SWCEL region. Recommendations include reevaluating reading methods, improving relationships between home and school, training teachers in bi-cultural teaching, and recognizing the talents of Spanish-speaking students. A program theme focused on language arts with an emphasis on traditional culture was developed through extensive planning meetings. Student testing is being conducted in beacon schools to provide baseline data for program evaluation. Members of SWCEL attended a briefing in New Orleans to discuss regional educational laboratory programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Educational Needs of Spanish-Speaking Students: Recommendations from a Pueblo Educator")
![["The Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc. focuses on addressing learning problems in English language arts for children from diverse cultural backgrounds. The program includes modules on culturally-based learning styles, language arts materials development, expectations for student and teacher success, and pre-reading programs. Corporate members are expected to support the program's objectives and have privileges such as voting on council members and participating in policy decisions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Program Goals and Modules for the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc.: Addressing Language Learning Challenges for Culturally Diverse Students")
![["The memo discusses an invitation that was not received and suggests contacting the Executive Secretary of the group, Miss Haddie de Lapp, to explain the reason for declining. It mentions that the invitation had come from Mr. Jack Mullinax, but Miss de Lapp would be the best person to reach. It also provides information about the upcoming announcement of Miss India: America by a panel of judges and the competition involving contestants with various backgrounds and titles."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Missed Invitation and Communication with Miss India America Event Organizers")
![["The Senator will not be able to attend a meeting on the same day as the Indian Achievement Banquet. The Senator is considering going to Oklahoma on the day before the banquet to speak at Central State College. A decision needs to be made soon and communicated to the appropriate parties."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Schedule Conflict and Possible Rescheduling for Senator's Visit to Oklahoma")
![["Burl called LaDonna to inform her that Dorothy Jones from an Indian organization contacted him about an Indian art exhibit at Oklahoma City University in September. Burl suggested that Dorothy contact LaDonna directly. As of September 6, no letter has been received regarding this matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Inquiry for Indian Art Exhibit at Okla City University")
![["A Mr. Davis called to invite the United States Senate to the dedication of a student union building at Central State College on October 15. The rooms will have names of Indian tribes. The Senator declined the invitation due to a prior commitment. Davis can be reached at PL 4-2981 ext. 373."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Memorandum: Proposed Attendance at Central State College Student Union Building Dedication")
![["The memo discusses LD's interest in attending an event in Lawton, as she is a good friend from Mountain View and was involved in the first Indian education program there. The event is the OIO banquet on October 21, but the official invitation has not been received yet. The memo also mentions a call from zo regarding the event logistics."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0066_thumbnail.jpg "Memorandum Regarding Potential Guest Attendance at OIO Banquet")
![["The National Council of Women of the United States held an emergency meeting in August 1967 to address urban upheaval and the need for job training and housing programs. A coalition of leaders from various sectors was formed to recommend action programs in public service employment, private employment, education, housing, and urban development. The coalition urged the government to take immediate steps to address urban problems and push for civil rights legislation and anti-poverty programs. The NCW also organized a conference on women's role in influencing the city of tomorrow."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0001_thumbnail.jpg "National Council of Women of the United States: Urban Development Initiatives and Annual Meeting Highlights of 1967")