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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School: 1969
- Date:
- 1969-09-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection, Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Native Education: The Fight for Self-Determination and Reform
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- Oliver, Emmett S.
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Call for Greater Control
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: Statement to the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- Covington, Lucy
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- FBI Investigation Finds No Evidence of Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian School
- Date:
- 1970-04-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Senate Resolution 48: Repudiating the Termination of the National Indian Policy and Establishing Self-Determination
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Need for Comprehensive Indian Education Legislation
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- Tanyan, Edwin, 1925-1996
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation, Seminole Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Shawnee Tribe, Cherokee Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Educational Needs of Federally Connected Indian Children: Statement on S. 1017 and Related Bills by Joe Upicksoun, Chairman of the National Tribal Chairmen
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- Kyl, John H.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Enhancing Indian Self-Determination through Legislative Reform: Testimony of John H. Kyl
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Strengthening Indian Education: Testimony on S.1017
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- Cox, Claude A., 1913-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The document includes a letter from a member of Congress to a citizen asking for their opinions on various important issues facing the nation. The citizen responds with their views and concerns about the conditions at Chilocco Indian School and expresses their support for the school and certain individuals. The member of Congress acknowledges the response and thanks the citizen for their input."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School: 1969")
![["The memo discusses the need for design funds of $600,000 for the Chilocco school in Oklahoma. The existing buildings on campus are old and in poor condition, with only a few modern buildings. The proposed facilities include a new secondary school for grades 9-12, with classrooms, special rooms, labs, a gymnasium, and a dormitory for girls. The estimated cost for future construction is $9.8 million."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Native Education: The Fight for Self-Determination and Reform")
![["The memorandum dated March 29, 1972, from Frank Latta, an Education Specialist at the United States Government, to Dr. Thomas R. Hopkins, Chairman of the Chilocco Survey Team, discusses the assessment of the physical plant at Chilocco Indian School. The visit aimed to evaluate the condition of each building and their suitability for the educational program. The report includes a breakdown of the square footage used for different purposes, proposed construction, and recommendations for retaining or demolishing certain buildings based on their condition and suitability for the program."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Call for Greater Control")
![["The Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Interior reassures Mr. Wakole that there are no plans to close the Chilocco Indian School and that funding will be explored for the rehabilitation of the facilities. They hope that Mr. Wakole's visit with the Congressional delegation was productive in improving educational opportunities 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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: Statement to the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs")
![["The FBI has found no evidence to support allegations of brutality against students at the Chilocco, Oklahoma Indian School, following an investigation prompted by reports of physical abuse. The Justice Department concluded that the allegations were unfounded and that no civil rights violations had occurred."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0007_thumbnail.jpg "FBI Investigation Finds No Evidence of Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian School")
![["Mrs. Juanita L. Learned is inquiring about her candidacy for the position of Commissioner of Indian Affairs and has not received any updates. The Concho School is requesting to keep their current Superintendent, Mr. C. O. Tillman, as they believe he has greatly improved the school's quality and fear a decline if he is transferred. Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, is aware of both situations and is keeping informed."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Resolution 48: Repudiating the Termination of the National Indian Policy and Establishing Self-Determination")
![["The document provides enrollment and dropout data for various Native American agencies in the US in the 1972/73 academic year. The data is broken down by agency, with numbers of enrolled boys and girls listed. The total number of enrolled students and dropouts for each area is also provided."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Need for Comprehensive Indian Education Legislation")
![["Marjorie Wooten, on behalf of the Chilocco Indian School Board, thanks Congressman Happy Camp for his support and interest in their problems at the school. She expresses gratitude for his courtesy and notes that his involvement has lifted their hopes and encouraged them. She also mentions their support for President Nixon's stand on amnesty for draft evaders and deserters."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Educational Needs of Federally Connected Indian Children: Statement on S. 1017 and Related Bills by Joe Upicksoun, Chairman of the National Tribal Chairmen")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has announced plans to double the funding for improvements at Chilocco School from $300,000 to as much as $600,000. They also plan to request an additional $500,000 for the design of a new school building. The funds will be used for rehabilitation of dormitories, campus buildings, and general refurbishing. Congressional permission is needed for the re-appropriation of funds, but work at Chilocco could begin early in the spring."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Enhancing Indian Self-Determination through Legislative Reform: Testimony of John H. Kyl")
![["The Kaw Indian Business Committee supports the renewal of Chilocco Indian School and recommends that the School Board be given more consideration in the decision-making process. Newman Littlewalker has been delegated to represent the Kaw Tribe in all matters pertaining to the school. This resolution was passed in March 1973."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Strengthening Indian Education: Testimony on S.1017")