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The Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma Adult Education Program
The Adult Education Program provides training assistance to students who:
Reside in the Kay County jurisdiction. A utility bill (gas, water, electric bill, a rent receipt or Title of Deed are the only documents accepted for residence verification) Nothing in your name? Contact the Education Department for further instruction.
Will acquire Certification in Short Term Technical Training (Short term is defined as 4 months or under).
Are applying for the G.E.D. Certificate
Has a CDIB showing ¼ degree total Indian Blood or a member of a federally recognized tribe.
You can pick up an application at the address below or request that an application be mailed to you. Please do not ask for a faxed application. You must turn in the completed application to the Ponca Tribe Education Office at the following address:
Tara Littlecook, Director
Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma
Education/Training Department
121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601
PH: (580) 763-0120
FX: (580) 763-0126
The Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma Higher Education Scholarship Program Application Process
For new or returning students the following must be received by the Higher Education Director by:
June 1st for the Fall Semester
December 1st for the Spring Semester
April 1st for the Summer Semester
The Summer Semester may be applied for but only after prior approval from the Education Director to catch those few credit hours that will enable the student to graduate the following Fall semester.
Submit the 2-page Application for the Higher Education Scholarship. The Privacy Statement portion of the application must be witnessed and signed and dated.
You must be a member of the Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma. Submit a Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma Enrollment card.
You must write in ink a letter stating why you need a grant; how you plan to use the money, the college major you plan to pursue; and your objectives after graduation from college. Sign and date the letter. No typed letters will be accepted. Mail to:
PONCA TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA
HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
DANA KNIGHT SOCIAL SERVICE BLDG.
121 WHITE EAGLE DRIVE
PONCA CITY OK. 74601
You must submit a copy of your letter of admission from the college you propose to attend.
A copy of your High School Transcript or College Transcript if you have previously attended college. If you have a GED a copy of that Certificate.
YOU must request all necessary student aid application from the Financial Aid Officer of the college you propose to attend. This includes PELL, SEOG, OTAG, etc. This can be done on-line at
FAFSA.gov If you are under 25 years old you must still provide your custodial parents financial information (unless you are an emancipated minor) and the parent must also apply for a PIN. The Top Portion of the Financial Needs Analysis must be filled and signed and then take to the Financial Aid Office of your college of choice and leave with them. The Financial Aid Officer will fill out the bottom portion.
You must enroll in 12 college credit hours per semester in order to qualify for a full scholarship.
You must enroll in an accredited College-University pursuing a Bachelor‘s Degree.
You can pick up an application at the address below or request that an application be mailed to you. Please do not ask for a faxed application. You must turn in the completed application to the Ponca Tribe Education Office at the following address:
Tara Littlecook, DIRECTOR
PONCA TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA
EDUCATION/TRAINING DEPARTMENT
121 WHITE EAGLE DRIVE
PONCA CITY, OK 74601
Ph: (580) 763-0120
Fx: (580) 763-0126
The Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program Adult component offers services to an individual who:
Is a member of a Federally Recognized Tribe or has a CDIB showing at least ¼ degree of total combined Indian Blood.
Is a resident of Kay County, Oklahoma. Proof of residence must be established by submitting an electric bill, water bill, gas bill or rent receipt/title of deed. No bill in your name? Please contact the education/training office for further instruction.
Is 25 years of age or older.
Has a High School Diploma or GED (or willing to obtain a GED).
Provide a College Transcript if you have previously attended college
Can pass a drug test
Are willing to attend classes that will heighten their ability to obtain permanent employment.
The Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program Youth component offers services to an individual who:
Is a member of a Federally Recognized Tribe or has a CDIB showing at least ¼ degree of total combined Indian Blood.
Is a resident of Kay County, Oklahoma. Proof of residence must be established by submitting an electric bill, water bill, gas bill or rent receipt/title of deed. No bill in your name? Please contact the education/training office for further instruction.
Is 14 to 24 years of age.
Is an out of school youth at least 18 years of age desiring to obtain a high school diploma.
Fall within the Income Guidelines required by the Department of Labor. (these statistics can be obtained through the W.I.O.A. office located in the White Eagle Community)
Can pass a drug test.
Application can be picked up at the Receptionist Desk at:
Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma
Dana Knight Social Services
121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601
Contact Information:
Tara Littlecook, Director
Ponca Tribe Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Program
PH: (580) 763-0120
FX: (580) 763-0126
****All positions are subject to availability of funding****
Education Director: Tara Littlecook
Education Assistant: Bobbi Simpson
