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- 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_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Judge the Annual Miss (Indian) America Pageant
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Memorandum Regarding All Nations Day and American Indian Art Display Discussion with Mrs. Sloan
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to the 17th Annual All Nations Day Festival at Gwynn Oak Park, Baltimore
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity, Inc. Regarding All Nations Festival
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- An Old Letter of Encouragement and Invitation
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Internal Senate Communication Regarding Potential Opportunity for LaDonna
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["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 letter invites LaDonna Harris to serve as a judge for the MISS (INDIAN) AMERICA Pageant during the All American Indian Days event. The judges are tasked with selecting a young lady who embodies the qualities of a true Indian and can promote the purpose of the event. The letter emphasizes that the position is voluntary and does not offer any compensation."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Judge the Annual Miss (Indian) America Pageant")
![["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 memo discusses a conversation with Mrs. Sloan about All Nations Day and an upcoming Indian Art display at the Smithsonian. Mrs. Sloan mentioned working closely with the American Indian and Eskimo Cultural Foundation and hopes to connect with her sister in the future. It also mentions arranging a phone call with Mr. Williams."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Memorandum Regarding All Nations Day and American Indian Art Display Discussion with Mrs. Sloan")
![["The All Nations Day Festival is held annually at Gwynn Oak Park in Baltimore, Maryland. The festival promotes friendship between people of all lands and showcases their customs, history, and cultural contributions. Participants can exhibit international exhibits, sell characteristic foods and drinks at bazaars, march in a colorful parade in traditional dress, and perform in a pageant. There are no fees for participation, and all publicity must align with the festival's objective of promoting friendship. The deadline for indicating participation is May 1st, and all communications should be addressed to Gereld L. Greenstreet."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to the 17th Annual All Nations Day Festival at Gwynn Oak Park, Baltimore")
![["The letter is expressing excitement for the All Nations festival and interest in promoting understanding between Indians and non-Indians. The sender is looking for ways to contribute to the event."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity, Inc. Regarding All Nations Festival")
![["The writer is proud of the recipient's accomplishments and invites them to visit. They mention a convention and suggest a cocktail party."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "An Old Letter of Encouragement and Invitation")
![["Jim brought a memorandum to LaDonna from the United States Senate, indicating that she may be interested in a potential opportunity, but would need to keep it in her active file to be informed of when they want her. However, it is unclear if she would want to pursue this opportunity while in Oklahoma."]](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_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Internal Senate Communication Regarding Potential Opportunity for LaDonna")