Ponca tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
WIOA Adult education & Training

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​The goal of The Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma Workforce Investment and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program is to provide services to qualified individuals to enter the workforce in a permanent capacity. We strive to enable the participant to begin a journey in the formal educational field that will provide them with an degree that will be influential to permanent employment.

Services Provided:
Job Training (technical and educational)
Career Tech and College Education
Referral Services for Childcare
Substance Abuse and Treatment Programs

Eligibility Requirements:
  • Are a member of a Federally Recognized Tribe or has a CDIB showing at least ¼ degree of total combined Native American blood
  • Is a resident of Kay or Noble 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)
  • Will 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

For more information:
Tara Littlecook
121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601
(580) 763-0120, ext 
highereducation@ponca-nsn.gov
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To pick up an application:
Reception Desk
​121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601

Ponca tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
WIOA Youth education & Training

Services Provided:
Work Related Skill Training
Skill and Career Education
Supportive Services
Education Counseling, Financial Aid, and Tutoring

Eligibility Requirements:
  • Is a member of a Federally Recognized Tribe or has a CDIB showing at least ¼ degree of total combined Native American blood
  • Is a resident of Kay or Noble 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.
  • Can pass a drug test
  • 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) 
For more information:
Tara Littlecook
121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601
(580) 763-0120, ext 
highereducation@ponca-nsn.gov
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To pick up an application:
Reception Desk
​121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601

Ponca tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
JOHNSON O'MALLEY PROGRAM

The JOM program serves all Native American students attending school in the Ponca City School District.

Services Provided:
Services provided include assistance with:
  • School testing fees
  • ACT/SAT testing
  • School supplies
  • Sports/Lab/Computer Fees
  • Cultural curriculum
  • Other fees as allowed by funding guidelines


Eligibility Requirements:
  • JOM is not able to buy any type of clothing, letter jackets, shoes, class pictures, or class rings, technical equipment or devices for students.
    Before an application is processed, a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) must be provided.
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For more information:
Tara Littlecook
121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601
(580) 763-0120, ext 
highereducation@ponca-nsn.gov
​
To pick up an application:
Reception Desk
​121 White Eagle Drive
Ponca City, OK 74601
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