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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0072
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Address the Falls Church Society on Native American Issues
- Date:
- 1967-10-16
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and Office of Navajo Economic Opportunity
- Date:
- 1968-01-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_21_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Profiles of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, 1968
- Date:
- 1968-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Annual Report on Indian Education: Fiscal Year 1969 - United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1969-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Navajo Indians, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0069
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Political Tides and Shifting Powers: The Johnson Brothers' Influence in Washington
- Date:
- 1969-12-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Indians, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- 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_004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Scholarship Opportunities for American Indian Youth: A Guide by the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education
- 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_002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Career Opportunities in Indian Education: Teaching and Counseling Positions
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Nation, Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Memorandum on BIA Dormitory Operation for Navajo Children in Flagstaff, Arizona
- Date:
- 1970-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["Mrs. Sherry Sandlin, Senior President of The Falls Church Society of the Children of the American Revolution, is inviting LaDonna Harris to speak to their group about present day Indian Americans, specifically focusing on Oklahoma Indians. Mrs. Sandlin has a personal interest in Indian Americans and has had experiences with Navajo and related groups. She hopes that LaDonna Harris will agree to speak to the Society and is willing to schedule her for November, December, January, or February. Mrs. Sandlin also mentions their efforts to support Indian children through donations and visits to Indian schools. She expresses her desire for the group to learn about the current and future prospects of Indians. Mrs. Sandlin hopes LaDonna Harris will consider their invitation and suggests inviting another CAR Society to join the meeting if she agrees to speak."]](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_0072_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Address the Falls Church Society on Native American Issues")
![["The letter is from Peter MacDonald, Executive Director of the Office of Navajo Economic Opportunity, congratulating LaDonna Harris on her appointment as Chairman of the Women's Council on Poverty. MacDonald expresses admiration for the work being done and hopes to collaborate on programs to help the Navajo people. LaDonna Harris, in response, expresses her admiration for the work being done by MacDonald and his team and offers support from the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and Office of Navajo Economic Opportunity")
![["The document provides brief biographical information on the members of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, including their backgrounds, accomplishments, and involvement in various organizations and programs related to poverty and community development. The council members come from diverse backgrounds and have a wide range of experience in social work, education, health, and advocacy. They have been appointed to serve in various roles to address issues related to poverty and women's rights."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Profiles of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, 1968")
![["The document provides statistics and information regarding Indian education in the United States in fiscal year 1969. It discusses the different types of schools Indian children attend, the history of Indian education in the US, the objectives of federal schools for Indian children, and the role of states in providing education for Indian children. It also mentions federal aid programs and contracts aimed at supporting the education of Indian children."]](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_002_thumbnail.jpg "Annual Report on Indian Education: Fiscal Year 1969 - United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document discusses the political activities and connections of the Johnson brothers, Lyndon and Sam, in Washington. It also mentions the role of various individuals, including Representative Manuel Lujan Jr., in opposing the payment of $100 daily to non-federal members of the Indian Council. The document also highlights the involvement of Marie Fehmer, Ladonna Harris, and John Criswell in political circles, as well as the shifting political currents involving Oklahomans in Washington. There is also mention of the National Council of Indian Opportunity and its funding by the House of Representatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0069_thumbnail.jpg "Political Tides and Shifting Powers: The Johnson Brothers' Influence in Washington")
![["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 document provides information about scholarships available for American Indian youth, including federal aids, state aids, and tribal aids. It highlights the contributions of Amanda H. Finley in increasing scholarship opportunities for Indian students. The pamphlet also discusses the application process for federal scholarships and working scholarships available at Federal boarding schools."]](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_004_thumbnail.jpg "Scholarship Opportunities for American Indian Youth: A Guide by the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["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 Bureau of Indian Affairs is continuously accepting applications for professional positions in Indian education, including elementary and secondary teachers and guidance counselors. The agency offers competitive salaries and benefits, as well as opportunities to work with American Indian children in various states. Educators are responsible for preparing Indian youth for successful living and are provided with housing, medical, and dental services. The work year consists of 12 months, with a 9-month school term and opportunities for annual leave, educational leave, and training. Teachers work a 40-hour week, with responsibilities for instructional programs and preparation. Guidance Counselors work in boarding schools and provide counseling and domiciliary care for students. Working for the Bureau of Indian Affairs offers career advancement in the Federal Civil Service."]](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_002_thumbnail.jpg "Career Opportunities in Indian Education: Teaching and Counseling Positions")
![["Mr. Kickingbird called to inform about a dormitory in Flagstaff, Arizona operated by the BIA for Navajo children attending public schools. The dormitory provides meals and food is purchased through the BIA Gallup Office. Contact Mr. Kickingbird for more information. No updates on a person named Sary guy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_019_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Memorandum on BIA Dormitory Operation for Navajo Children in Flagstaff, Arizona")
