Johnson O’ Malley Program

The mission of the KNES Johnson O’Malley (JOM) program is to offer avenues for achievement to Native children through the active participation of students and parents in academic and cultural education.

The Johnson-O’Malley Program is a federally funded initiative established by the Johnson-O’Malley Act of 1934. This legislation enables contracts for the education of eligible Indian students in public schools and formerly private schools. The KNES JOM program operates locally, following an educational plan approved by the Bureau of Indian Education. This plan includes educational objectives designed to meet the specific needs of eligible American Indian and Alaska Native students.

Office Hours

M-F: 8am – 4:00pm

Address

400 E Central Suite 206, Ponca City

Email

jomcoord@kawnation.gov

Phone

(580)-749-5420

How it works.

This incentive/attendance program is offered to Native American students who are enrolled in our service area that includes Blackwell, Kildare, Newkirk, Peckham or Ponca City Schools.

  • Cap/gown tuition assistance for seniors
  • ACT/SAT fee reimbursement
  • Tutoring as needed
  • Native American culture activities such as making frybread, fringing shawls, learning to drum, etc. and field trips
  • Assistance in enrolling in Oklahoma Promise
  • Assistance applying for scholarships and building an academic portfolio

Tutors

Our tutors visit schools and offer support in any subject area.

Employment & Training

Students are rewarded for keeping up their GPA and school attendance.

Mission & Vision

Explore the KNES team and gain a deeper understanding of our vision.

Summer Camps

Kids 1st-12th grade enjoy stem activities, games, water balloons, field trips, and more.

College Readiness

Summer internship program, concurrent assistance, career & job information, etc.

Education Resources

Ensuring access to essential education resources and supplies. 

khdd hours

M-F: 8am – 4pm

Address

400 E Central Suite 206, Ponca City

Email

dirkhdd@kawnation.gov

Phone

(580)-749-5420