We hope this is an enjoyable and efficient way to share information about Native American resources and culture. As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or comments please feel free to contact me, Heather Taylor, at taylorh@tahlequahschools.org or Chris Ray at rayc@tahlequahschools.org.

If you, or someone you know, is a Native American student that goes above and beyond at school, work, volunteering, or some other activity please email me at taylorh@tahlequahschools.org. We would love to spotlight in this newsletter.

If you are a student, or a parent or teacher of a student, that would benefit from an online tutoring resource, email me or come by my office in room 222 at the high school to set it up. Online tutors can help in any subject, AP classes and exams, and ACT prep.

taylorh@tahlequahschools.org

Tahlequah Public Schools were represented well at the Cherokee Challenge Bowl at Greasy Immersion School last week. We had 7 elementary teams, 8 middle school teams, and 1 high school team compete. 3 middle school teams and the high school team placed and earned cash prizes. Congratulations to all the teams for all their hard work!!

We are excited to announce the return of the in-person Native American dance demonstration. Choogie Kingfisher and his dancers will be putting on a beautiful and informative demonstration featuring dancers from several Native American tribes for all Tahlequah students PK-12 in November. Below are pictures from the last demonstration in 2019.

The 2022 Cherokee Nation Angel Project will be taking applications throughout the Cherokee Nation Reservation during a series of drive-thru events.

Applications will also be available online beginning Oct. 7 through Nov. 4. The link to sign up online is here: https://webapps.cherokee.org/angeltree.

The Cherokee Nation Angel Project provides gifts for Cherokee children through age 16 who live within the 14-county Reservation and meet income guidelines. In recent years, the annual program provided gifts to nearly 3,000 children during the holiday season.

Seniors make sure you fill out your FAFSA as early as possible for financial aid for next fall. The application opens on October 1st! The link to the application is below.

JOM Seniors, check the flyer below from Jostens to see how to order your cap and gown for graduation. JOM will pay $30 towards the purchase of your cap and gown if you are a JOM approved student. If you have any questions you may come by the JOM office, room 222 and talk to Mrs. Taylor or Coach Ray.

The Choctaw Nation STAR Program application is now available through Chahta Achvffa, the Choctaw Nation’s official member portal. Parents and guardians can now apply for rewards for their students in 2nd - 12th grade for the Spring semester, providing final semester grades. NOTE: Individual schools will no longer apply for STAR rewards on the student’s behalf. #cnostarstudent https://www.choctawnation.com/services/star/

Below is a snapshot of the Cherokee Nation College Resources checklist with dates. Under the snapshot you will find the PDF file you can download that is easier to read and has working links. Applications are now submitted using the Gadugi Portal. If you need any help with this please come by the JOM office, room 222.

Apply for the 2022-2023 Cherokee Nation Scholarship programs via the Gadugi Portal

Seniors, now is the time to start seeking scholarships that you are eligible to apply for. Make notes about when those scholarship application periods open and their deadlines. Also, make sure you know what is required to complete the applications. Below are a few links for scholarships available to Native Americans. Check them out!!

Cobell: https://cobellscholar.org/

AISES: https://www.aises.org/students/scholarships

American Indian College Fund: https://collegefund.org/students/scholarships/

American Indian Services: https://www.americanindianservices.org/scholarships

American Indian Graduate Center: https://www.aigcs.org/scholarships-fellowships/

Indian Health Services: https://www.ihs.gov/scholarship/scholarships/

Below is a great resource with contact information for Native American tribes in Oklahoma. It also includes some of the services available from each tribe.

Included in the above resource is the page shown below. It is a list of some of the scholarships available for Native students to apply for.

Download the full resource by using the PDF link below.

Eligible JOM High School students who register, pay for, and take the ACT test have the opportunity for a $30 reimbursement once per school year. For more information please see Coach Ray or Mrs. Taylor in Room 222 at the High School.

Email: taylorh@tahlequahschools.org
Website: tahlequahschools.org
Location: 591 Pendleton Street, Tahlequah, OK, USA
Phone: 918-458-4150
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