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
​
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

This incentive/attendance program is offered to Native American students from three years of age to 8th grade.

Services Provided:
  • Assistance with school supplies

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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