New Representative Sworn In (2021)

Tribal code

Ask Donna

What actually matters in this document.

Text

www.astribe.com

THE ABSENTEE

SHAWNEE NEWS

Volume 31, No. 07

July 2021

New Representative Sworn In

Left Photo: Election Commissioner John Little Axe swears in DeWayne Wilson as the new Representative. Right Photo L-R: The AST Executive Committee Representative DeWayne Wilson, Lt. Governor Ezra DeLodge, Governor John Johnson, Secretary Alicia Miller and Treasurer Joseph Blanchard.

At the Regular Executive Committee Meeting on June 23rd, DeWayne Wilson was sworn in as the new Representative. His appointment

fills the vacancy left after Lt. Governor Kenneth Blanchard passed away March 12th. The appointment of Wilson comes after an extensive

candidate search.

The Executive Committee is excited to work with the new Representative. They look foward to the contributions that he will bring to

the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Executive Committee Honors

Eldest Tribal Members

Left Photo L-R: AST Tribal Elders Pauline Johnson and Al Murray Smith. Right Photo Back Row L-R: Representative DeWayne Wilson, Treasurer Joseph Blanchard,

Governor John Johnson, Lt. Governor Ezra DeLodge and Secretary Alicia Miller. Front: AST Tribal Elders Pauline Johnson and Al Murray Smith.

During the June 23rd Regular Executive Committee Meeting, an official Proclamation was made honoring the oldest male and female

Tribal members. Al Murray Smith, 92 and Pauline Johnson, 95 were also presented with Pendleton blankets.

Governor John Johnson said “Elders are a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and keepers of our customs. As our Tribe continues to grow, let

us not forget the ones who came before us. It is imperative that we learn from their experience.”

AST Complex Moves to Phase 3

On Monday, June 7th, the Absentee Shawnee Complex moved to Phase 3 of the COVID-19 Recovery Plan.

All employees and visitors are strongly encouraged to wear a mask. Temperature checks will still be required of employees and

visitors. Appointments are encouraged. Front doors to each of the business buildings will be open from the hours of 8 a.m. to 5

p.m.

www.astribe.com

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

July 2021

LT. GOVERNOR’S REPORT and offer my thoughts and prayers work diligently to communicate and

Ezra DeLodge, AST Lt. Governor

GOVERNOR

John Johnson

Tribal Citizens,

I hope all is well and we are all doing our best to stay cool with the arrival of summer. Also, we must continue to practice mask wearing and

social distancing, we are still very

much in a pandemic. If you have not

got your vaccine please do so, if it is

something that concerns you please

do your research to better understand how the vaccine works don’t

let others pressure you based off irrational thinking. Please do not let

your guard down and continue to

adhere to CDC guidelines and stay

safe. I’d like to offer words of encouragement to those who might be

struggling during these hard times

SECRETARY’S REPORT

Alicia Miller, AST Secretary

Lt. GOVERNOR

Ezra DeLodge

SECRETARY

Alicia Miller

TREASURER

Joseph Blanchard

Ho wa se ke sa ke!

In early June, the tribal complex

went officially into Phase 3 and we

are open to the public. It has been

good to see more tribal folks at the

tribal complex again. I want to thank

all of those who were able to make it

out to the June’s reconvened General

Council meeting at the Thunderbird

Casino on Saturday, June 19, 2021,

and the monthly EC meeting held

on Wednesday, June 23, 2021.

After waiting what seemed like

forever, the tribe was notified on

June 7th by the U.S Treasury regarding the tribe’s first portion of

the Fiscal Recovery Funds of the

American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

in the amount of $22,464,864.99.

These funds are based on the certified enrolled membership count of

the tribe. The EC announced there

will be a one-time lump sum assistance payment of $3,000 to tribal

members (application process will

apply). The EC held a Special Meeting on Wednesday, June 30th to pass

this assistance resolution. The program details and announcement of

the opening and closing dates will

be communicated to tribal members

by newsletter, website, mailers, and

social media. There will be planned

in-person events for those who need

assistance with the application submission. Applications will need to

TREASURER’S REPORT

Joseph Blanchard, AST Treasurer

Photo

REPRESENTATIVE

DeWayne Wilson

Hello members, friends and family,

Wow! Can you believe how quickly time is flying? For many of us, it

is that time of year for watermelon

and cantaloupe; I will certainly be

getting my fill before Fall. For others, it is a time for vacations, camping trips, or other outing events. A

quick word of caution and advice:

Please drink plenty of water to

maintain hydration levels and apply

sunscreen to prevent sunburn.

By the time of this writing, the

Spring General Council will have

reconvened and concluded. Do not

buy into the negativity or doom and

gloom that others have suggested.

CHANGE does not happen overnight and many of the issues our

Tribe has, have been in existence for

several years or decades. I am but

one person with ideas on how to improve and make the Tribe better. I

appreciate the words of advice and

for those who have lost loved ones.

With my appointment, to the

Lieutenant Governor position, it is

my promise to represent the tribe

in a positive way. I will work to the

best of my abilities to move the tribe

forward. I feel we should always

strive to get better every day. I feel

it is important that we strive to always to do better and to better serve

our tribe. By the time this reaches

you we should have our new Tribal

Representative on board and have

a complete Executive Committee.

I welcome the opportunity to work

with the new Representative and the

rest of the EC in providing more opportunities and services to you the

tribal members.

I have heard the request and will

provide the necessary updates within the Lt. Gov. Office oversight. I can

tell you it has been a lot of catch up

with current projects and newly established ones. Lt. Governor’s office

has oversight of the Maintenance

Dept., Self-Governance (BIA) Dept.,

BIA Roads Program, Office of Environmental Health and Engineering

(OEH/E), Youth Camp, Forestry

Eradication and the newly formed

Agricultural Department.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact me by email

ezrad@astribe.com , call my office

405-275-4030 x 6253 or cell 405432-0733.

be submitted by the receiving tribal

member, custodial parent of tribal

youth or child, power of attorney for

tribal member or guardian of tribal member to receive this benefit.

Please be prepared to provide legal

documents during the application

process.

There has been a flurry of activity

as we wind down a few of the CARES

projects. Finally, the spring rains

have subsided where the concrete

padding has been poured for the

Elders/Veteran’s modular building

here on the tribal complex. There

will be a little more work required

for the tax commission modular install and our departments have been

working feverishly to get this all

accomplished. We also concluded

a successful utility assistance program and the tribe had overwhelming participation. It is good to see

these programs come to realization

for the tribal membership’s benefit.

It was the EC’s honor to make an

official proclamation (during the

monthly June meeting) honoring

our AST eldest male and female

members, Mr. Al Murray Smith and

Mrs. Pauline Johnson. They are reservoirs of experiences and insights.

We cherish our elders and their very

presence enhances our AST community.

We were also fortunate to meet

with some of our former AST Governors at a recent gathering. Our

purpose in doing so – we recog-

nized they maintain great institutional knowledge of our tribe. We

discussed important topics/issues

they faced then to which we still

face today…such as land into trust,

gaming, health, land acquisitions

and more. We felt their past efforts

have gotten us where we are today

and we gained insight from their experiences. This will aid us as we strategically move the tribe forward. It

was a good day.

We also formally recognized Mr.

George Blanchard Sr. in his efforts

to preserve the Shawnee language.

For years, he consistently has been

involved in language preservation

efforts not only within our tribe and

with our members but also with our

Shawnee brothers and sisters in the

northeast part of the state. We appreciate him and all that he has done

to date. Ne yi wa sir!

The weather is turning much

warmer and the summer holidays

are upon us. Please everyone drink

plenty of water, check on your elders

when there are hot temperatures

outside, safe travels for those who

travel and continue to be cautious

for we are still in the midst of a pandemic.

I hope you have a productive July

and si li no ke ka no la.

encouragement. We are embarking

on a trail that will be difficult but

with your continued support, we

will arrive at our destination with

proper planning and preparation.

Of the programs and departments

under my oversight, all submitted

reports and data for their activities.

The one which gave me the most

concern since coming into office

has been AllNations Bank, which I

serve as the Liaison. Stephen Smith,

President and CEO, gave comments

on the Bank and its operations. I

thought it was a good analysis and

lets us know where we are at in their

progress. Today, we have interaction and involvement from the Executive Committee, at a level never

before seen.

Last month, staff and I prepared

the application to request American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA)

relief funds. Our Tribe received in

excess of $22 million, which is based

on our membership numbers. In

April, I provided a suggestion that

we treat these dollars as a grant and

spread it out over the full three (3)

year time span. The online survey

produced member results which

prefer the “one-time” versus “annual” distribution. Announcements

will be forthcoming on the schedule

and timeline. The deadline for the

2nd portion has been extended into

July and we will submit once we receive authorization. As a reminder,

this will be based off our Employee

count, operational costs, and loss of

revenue.

Since the Tribe has reopened to the

Public, you may now come onto the

Complex to visit with your elected

leaders. I recommend calling ahead

for an appointment, which guarantees you’re on the schedule.

Do not hesitate to give me a call or

come see me to discuss your issues

or concerns. Until next month.

Respectfully,

Lt. Governor DeLodge

Alicia Edwards Miller

Tribal Secretary

(405) 287-5247

Ne yi wa!

Joseph H. Blanchard

July 2021

www.astribe.com

Election Commission

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL MEMBERS

April 17, 2021, General Council passed a motion to allow the Election

Commission to reopen the filing period on June 1st to June 10th for

the vacant position on the Election Commission. As of June 10, 2021

at 5:00 p.m. the following positions stand after the closing of the filing

period:

1. Deputy Election Commissioner………………………No One filed

SURVEY

Absentee Shawnee Tribe American Rescue Recovery Funds

* 1. Please rank these categories from 1 to 5 (1 as top priority and 5 being the lowest priority

Support Public Health Response or its Negative Economic Impacts

Address Negative Economic Impacts

Provide Equity-Focused Services

Replace Tribal Government Revenue Loss

2. Election Secretary………………..Paulette Blanchard (unopposed)

3. Commission Member #1……………………………..No One filed

Premium Pay for Essential Employees

4. Commission Member #2……………………………..No One filed

2. Pleaser rank 1 to 4 the Public Health Support Response according of importance to you: (1 as the top

priority & 4 as the lowest priority)

COVID-19 Mitigation & Containment (programs/services to contain COVID-19)

Medical Expenses (to address COVID-19 PH needs, risks by new variants & long term virus effects & post-intensive care

syndrome)

Behavioral Health (new or enhanced services to meet mental health, substance abuse and other BH needs & near and

longer term needs)

Public Health & Safety (responding to PH & negative economic impact requires a substantial commitment of human resources)

3. Please select all those of importance to you for Public Health Support Response:

Vaccination Programs

Clinic Capital Investments to Meet Pandemic Operational

Needs

Purchases of PPE

Support for Isolation or Quarantine

Contact Tracing

Vaccine Incentive Program

COVID-19 Testing

Public Communication Efforts

Medical Care

4. Please check the box next to the 3 areas you feel are most important in regards to Economic Hardship

during this pandemic for workers & families:

Job Training Assistance for Unemployed Workers

Emergency Home Repair Assistance

Food Assistance

Emergency Assistance for Weatherization

Survivor’s Benefits for Legal Spouses of COVID-19

Fatalities

General Welfare Payment Assistance

Mortgage/Rent Assistance

Other, please explain (must be negatively impacted by COVID-19):

5. If you would like to receive General Welfare Payment Assistance, would you rather receive the payment:

One time tribal member assistance (one time lump sum)

Annual distribution for the next 3 years

6. Please check the box next to the one (1 ) area you feel is most important in regards to Economic

Hardship during this pandemic for small businesses:

Grants to lessen financial hardship

Grants to implement COVID-19 Prevention or Enforcement Tactics

Business Technical Assistance

7. Please check the box next to the one (1) area you feel is most important in regards to Equity-Focused

Services during this pandemic for disproportioned communities: Addressing health disparities

Community health workers

Community violence intervention programs

Cleanup of lead paint or other lead hazards

Housing services to support health living environments

8. Please check the box next to one (1) area in each category you feel is most important in regards to EquityFocused Services during this pandemic for disproportioned communities: Investing in housing &

neighborhoods

Individuals experiencing homelessness

Development of affordable housing

Housing vouchers

9. Please check the box next to the one (1) area you feel is most important in regards to Equity-Focused

Services during this pandemic for disproportioned communities: Addressing educational disparities

Early learning services

Increasing resources for high-poverty school districts

Student support for social, emotional & mental health needs

10. Please check the box next to the one (1) area you feel is most important in regards to Equity-Focused

Services during this pandemic for disproportioned communities: Healthy childhood environment

Child care

Home visiting programs for families

Enhanced services for child welfare involved families & foster youth

11. Please check the box next to the one (1) area you feel is most important in regards to Replace Tribal

Government Revenue Loss during this pandemic:

Fill budget shortfalls for vital government services

Revenue loss from tribal enterprises & gaming operations in definition of General Revenue

12. Please mark yes or no for Pay for Essential Employees: pay for low-income workers in healthcare,

childcare, transportation, sanitation, public health and safety.

13. Please check the box next to the one (1) area you feel is most important in regards to Water & Sewer

infrastructure needs:

Create rain gardens using storm runoff

Construction projects to create green infrastructure

Improve water quality & address water pollution

Funds for new water wells

14. Please check the box next to the one (1) area you feel is most important in regards to Broadband:

Creating a computer lab to households without internet/computer services

Digital literacy training

Modernization of cybersecurity

Provide services meeting adequate speeds for unserved and underserved households and businesses. (adequate speeds will

meet or exceed 100 Mbps.)

Mail To: AST Media Department - 219 E. Walnut, Tecumseh, OK 74873

July 2021

www.astribe.com

ASTHS July 2021 Monthly Update

Why Are No-Show Appointments a Big Deal Anyway?

We are all so very busy getting on with life in the recovery phase of the pandemic today. With the fast pace of life and taking care of our families,

we need to remember and be diligent on the important things we learned and valued during the pandemic – our health, and the health of our

families, the tribe, and our communities! Patients who fail to show up to scheduled appointments or cancel at the last minute - giving the AST Health System no opportunity to fill the appointment slot - are often referred to as “no-shows.” A no-show appointment results in loss of time and money for the health system, and disrupts

continuity of care for other patients. Patients who schedule clinic appointments, and fail to keep them, have a negative impact on other patients needing care, impacts

health system negatively in productivity, and not failing to mention the obvious, leaves a medical professional ready to take care of you running idle.

The financial impact is not relieved by same-day appointments. The size of the problem varies nationally, but industry experts state “no-shows” negatively impact not

only financially and from a resource management perspective, but also negatively impact the patient experience and quality of life of the patient by not receiving routine

medical screenings, preventative oral health exams and cleanings, as well as the other services which we experience “no-shows” for in the healthcare field today.

The American Medical Association policy says a doctor may charge for a missed appointment - or for failing to cancel 24 hours in advance in the private sector - if the

patient is fully advised that such a charge will be made. Otherwise, it comes down to a notice to you, your justification for canceling, and if the doctor’s office is serious

about enforcing their no-show policy. Fortunately for our patients, we do not, and would not, and cannot, ever entertain charging patients for no-show appointments,

as this is not an authorized charge we can charge as an I.H.S. ITU entity; however, it is bad for business and for any tribal health program and although it may seem like a

small thing, it actually has a huge cumulative negative impact. If you can help us with this effort, we will commit to helping you, help us, make a better patient experience

for you and your healthcare needs!

7 Ways We Try to Reduce Patient No-Shows to Serve You Better:

Make reminder calls.

Set up automatic reminders.

Keep and manage a wait list.

Don’t wait to reschedule your no-shows.

Some patients need extra reminders.

Be proactive with your schedule.

Have a written policy that is enforced upon repeat offenders.

Please join us in congratulating our July Monthly Employee Award Winners this month! We are proud of all of our professionals and team players, for all they do daily to make our programs succeed and take care of our patients!

July 2021 Health Employee Awards of the Month

Employee of the Month: Monica Green, Dental Hygienist

Team of the Month: AST Dental Native Oral Health Network (NOHN) Team

Special Leadership Award: Andrea Myers, Patient Benefit Advocate

Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE, CHC

Executive Director

July Awareness Month:

Park and Recreation and UV light

By: Brittany Mills, MA Public Health

Depression is on the rise and spending time in nature can improve your mental

health and physical well-being. Whether you are growing food, planting flowers or

exercising outside it enables you to feel more relaxed, improves your mood, helps you

be more active and reduces stress. Parks, greenways and trails enable people to live

a healthy lifestyle.

Modern life today requires an intense amount of focus that can lead to a cognitive

overload. This can lead to stress and inability to function effectively. Being outside in

a green space in nature and the visual exposure of trees and flowers calms the nervous

system and restores the mind to think rationally. Spending time in parks can improve

individual’s mindset for academic performance, work days and over all well-being.

While parks and recreation are beneficial for physical and mental health, they also

bring families together to provide quality time and improve social skills. Families can

go for a peaceful walk or bike ride along the scenic trails, have picnics, bird watch or

plant a garden or grill a hotdog. Engaging in these activities creates families bond to

be stronger and happier.

With summer in full swing it is vital to protect yourself from Ultra Violet light

exposure. UV radiation is the highest where the sun rays are its strongest, which is

at noon on a clear sunny day. According to American Cancer Society an estimated

5.4 million basal skin cancers are diagnosed annually and nearly 3.3 million are

diagnosed with squamous cell skin cancer annually. Native Americans get diagnosed

with skin cancer less often, but have more complications and more frequently pass

away from it than non Hispanic whites. Summer can be fun and relaxing spending

time with loved ones and enjoying the outdoors but it is vital to protect your skin

from UV light.

There is no greater opportunity for people to feel and experience spiritual renewal,

cultivate a healthy lifestyle and create stronger family bonds by partaking in activities

outdoors. Since 1985, America has celebrated official Parks and Recreation month

and it also represents the awareness of Ultra Violet safety and skin cancer to spread

the word of its harmful effects. This month can fulfilled with fun events, healthy

lifestyle and self-care at scenic Parks and Recreations; make sure to protect your skin

while making happy memories this July.

July 2021

www.astribe.com

AllNations Bank announces added benefits for Absentee Shawnee Tribe members!!

NOW HIRING

Last year we partnered with the Oklahoma Native Assets Coalition, Inc. (ONAC) to establish the

Simply Safe Account. This account makes banking accessible to everyone. AllNations Bank was

the first Native American owned bank to offer this account, a certified Bank On account by The

Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund. Simply Safe Account features are listed below:

•

A debit card that honors the Absentee Shawnee Tribe – issued to AST members.

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Roads Program

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is seeking temporary construction laborers

to help create a substantial economic impact in our community and assist

the Roads Program with construction and road projects. This opportunity

is to provide contract employment opportunities for qualified citizens.

Interested individuals must be able to:

•

Low balance to open

Low monthly fee (Fee is now waived for AST members)

Free direct deposit

Free debit card

Free online banking, bill pay & mobile app

Free online monthly statement ($2.00 fee for a paper statement)

No overdraft fee (This is a check-less account. Account transactions are limited to

Withdrawals at the Teller Window, Debit Card and ATM transactions, Online Bill Pay,

Online or Mobile banking transfers.)

For any other questions about the Simply Safe Account features and benefits, please call

AllNations Bank at 405-273-0202. Or go to our website www.anbok.com to download a new

account application form and start banking with your Simply Safe Account today!

2023 Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

FDIC Insured

•

Climb, crouch, push, pull, reach, stand, engage in repetitive

motions, communicate, hear and see including color, depth

perception and clarity.

Must be able to lift 75lbs

Must be able to work in extreme environments including in

climate weather (extreme heat, cold, and unfavorable conditions)

as needed

General qualifications are as follows current CDL preferred, general

knowledge of construction work experience preferred, and oral and

written communications skills. As required a valid OK Driver’s License,

able to pass background check and pre-employment screenings. Contract

Labor will be paid hourly with no benefits, hourly rate will range between

$15-$20 an hour pending qualifications and experience.

If interested please submit a letter of intent to KymberlyH@astribe.com

or contact Kym Hazlett with the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma at

405-275-4030 ext. 6325 with any questions or concerns.

July 2021

www.astribe.com

Title VI

Monday

Sunday

AST Closed in

observance of

Independence Day

Salisbury Steak

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Brussel Sprouts

Peaches

Wednesday

Thursday

Tuesday

Cold Cut

Sandwich

LTOP

Yogurt

Beef Fingers

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Cauliflower

Applesauce

BBQ Chicken

Broccoli

Bread

Apricots

Burrito

Spanish Rice

Refried Beans

Pudding

Spaghetti

w meat sauce

Tossed Salad*

Garlic Toast/Pears

Chicken Fajita

Tortilla

Salsa

Pineapples

Baked Zita

Veggies

Tossed Salad*

Cake

Grilled Chez

Sandwich

Veggie Soup

Mandarin Oranges

Tamale

Refried Beans

Salsa/Chips

Jell-O

Pinto Beans w Ham

Zucchini n Tom.

Cornbread

Peaches

NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!!

CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-275-4030

EXT 6227 or 6270

OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER

Chicken Patty

Sandwich

LTOP/Chips

Apple Slices

Salmon Patty

Coleslaw

Peas

Mixed Fruit

Pork N Pot.

Green Beans

Apricots

BBQ Pork

Sandwich

Pot. Salad

Orange

Tuna

Sandwich

Baked Chips

Fluff

Friday

Grits

Sausage Patties

Fruit

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Boiled Eggs

Bacon

Toast

Blueberries

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Cereal

Toast

Sausage Patties

Fruit

TITLE VI ELDERLY NUTRITION PROGRAM

During this COVID 19 PANADEMIC: TITLE VI IS ONLY OPEN ON MONDAYS

Mission Statement:

To provide a nutritional meal five days a week to our tribal members and other tribe affiliated members 55 or older who live in the jurisdiction. We also provide supportive services

to members.

Requirements for the Title VI Program

•

CDIB card from a federally recognized tribe

55 years or older

Spouses of eligible elders

Complete an intake form

Individuals with disabilities who reside at home with older individuals eligible for services

HOMEDELIVERED MEALS PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS:

Elders should only be on the home delivered meal program if they are unable to leave their

homes without great difficulty. Their inability to leave home may be because illness, disability, or general fragility. They may be home bound because they cannot ride comfortably in

an available vehicle for the time it takes to get to the congregate site because of their fragility.

CONGREGATE MEAL SITES:

TITLE VI ELDERS WILL DRIVE THRU UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex Building #9, Shawnee Ok

Congregate Meals are served on Mondays Only– 10 am to 2 pm

Title VI Staff

Thomasine Owings, Title VI Director

Lula Bettelyoun, Cook

Donna Butler, Assistant Cook/Driver

Robert Schoolfield, Driver/Maintenance

Ted Watson Jr, Driver/Kitchen Assistant

Guy Kowena, Driver/Kitchen Assisitant

Saturday

Front Row L-R: Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun, Lisa Harrington, Donna

Butler, Keira McCrary and Chrissy Wiens. Back Row L-R: Ted

Watson, Guy Kowena and Robert Schoolfield.

As the Title VI Director, I am so thankful for this group

here so proud of them!!! They have been here from day

1 and Lisa, Chrissy and Keira it’s going to be hard to not

to see them every Monday starting June 21, 2021.

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM TO 1PM

BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS

Thank You

9AM TO 11AM

We are so happy to see everyone!!! Keep drinking your

water, wear sunscreen and keep cool!!!

Dos Owings

Title VI Director

July 2021

www.astribe.com

Cultural Preservation Department

The Cultural Preservation Department has continued to carry out essential day to day operations to ensure the department continues to function properly. Currently, all staff members are

available full time in the office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Gift Shop

We are happy to announce the gift shop is now open to all customers for in-store shopping! However, we are asking that all individuals wanting to shop call and make an appointment with Mrs.

Merry Rodriguez, the Gift Shop Manager. She can be reached at (405) 275-4030 ext. 6310.

We have two locations for your shopping. Our Shawnee Gift Shop is located at the complex in the Cultural Preservation building, and our Little Axe Gift Shop is located in the lobby of the Little

Axe Health Center. We are open in Shawnee Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and once a month, usually at the end of the month, in Little Axe from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Further, to ensure the safety and protect the health of all, the Gift Shop has implemented the following 5 safety protocols that we ask visitors to follow:

All are required to cover their mouth and nose with PPE (masks) when shopping in the Gift Shop.

Occupancy Control – for your safety and the safety of our employees, we are limiting the number of customers in the

gift shop.

a. Only 2 customers will be allowed in at a time

Avoid close contact (Social Distance)

a. Please keep 6 feet between you and other customers

Use hand sanitizer as often as possible

Sorry…NO public restroom is available. Temporarily closed due to COVID-19.

We continue to make progress in new inventory. Some of the new merchandise can be seen in the pictures to the left and

right. We also have new shipments from such companies as Pendleton en route to the gift shop.

In addition to the new products, we still have a few Pendleton and Minnetonka items on sale. So, if you haven’t been in our

store recently, please make an appointment and come have a look at our merchandise.

Library

We are happy to announce that we have opened the library to the public! However, like the Gift Shop, we ask that you follow all the protocols mentioned above,

and that you call Ms. Casey Wilson, the Librarian, to make an appointment. She can be reached at (405) 275-4030 ext. 6416.

In conjunction to opening to the public, we are still working on using OverDrive to get our collections online, and it will be available shortly. This system will

give our patrons access to a large collection of titles as well as access to exclusive titles unique to the tribe. It will allow us to expand our reach and engage more

patrons. Please reach out to the Librarian if you have any questions.

On June 14th, Ms. Wilson traveled to CTSA Head Start in Shawnee and presented the program Read for Adventure to the youth. She read them the book “Juniper’s Butterfly Garden–A Small Start for a Better World” after which all youth received a voucher, for up to 4 people, redeemable for free admission to the OKC

Zoo. We are excited to announce that we offered this experience to a total of 80 families at CTSA, and overall offered this program to over 100 families. To learn

more about the program and for a list of participating libraries, visit www.okczoo.org/readforadventure.

THPO

The THPO Program continues to make great strides and advancements. The THPO staff has steadily been receiving Section 106 projects from various Federal Agencies. Over the past month,

the THPO Department has received 131 new Section 106 projects for review. In conjunction with receiving projects, 72 projects have been consulted on. The THPO Department has also taken

part in numerous teleconference calls.

FCC/TCNS

In lieu of the shutdowns from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the incoming workflow of new and modified telecommunications

projects has been steady for the TCNS program. The THPO Specialist, Ms.

Ashley Brokeshoulder, has been busy reviewing, researching and given recommendations to the telecommunications industry. Over the past month,

she has received 117 new telecommunications facility projects for review.

In conjunction with receiving projects, she has reviewed, researched and

gave recommendation for the clearance of 102 telecommunications projects.

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Cultural Preservation Department, in conjunction with the gift shop

re-opening, is currently holding a Summer Days Giveaways. For every $20

spent in the gift shop between June 1st and July 31st, your name will be

added to the wheel for a chance to win 4 different prizes. So, please come

and shop!

Also, please be on the lookout on the website and Facebook page for a new

class flyer. For the month of July, the Library plans to sponsor a ribbon skirt

class. For more information, please contact Cultural Preservation.

Your concerns are important to us. We thank you for the continued support of our department as we continue to make changes to our programs

to better serve the Tribal community. My door is always open so please

feel free to contact me, Carol Butler, at 405-275-4030 ext. 6245 or cbutler@

astribe.com.

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE CULTURAL PRESERVATION DEPARTMENT PRESENTS:

CUSTOMERS EARN ONE (1) ENTRY PER

EVERY $20 SPENT AT AST GIFT SHOP.

PROMOTION RUNS BETWEEN JUNE 1ST

THROUGH JULY 31ST. FOUR DRAWINGS

WILL BE ON AUGUST 2ND, 2021.

SHOP TO WIN ONE OF

FOUR GIVEAWAY

BASKETS!

Layaway purchases are excluded from giveaway

drawings. Winners will be contacted via

information provided per entry. Winners must

pick up their gift baskets at the AST Gift Shop by

August 13th, 2021.

Absentee Shawnee Tribe's Domestic Violence Department

We help with:

Our mission is to:

Domestic Violence

Eliminate violence in

Sexual Assault

Native Country and to

Dating Violence

strengthen

Stalking

Native families to end the

Sex Trafficking

cycle of violence.

Our services are confidential and include:

Safety Planning

Emergency Assistance

Court Advocacy

Shelter Placement Assistance

Referrals

Must be intimate partner

related violence and the

victim must be fleeing the

home/situation

Who we serve:

Where we serve:

Natives and non-Natives

LGBTQ2S+

Any Religion

Any income level

EVERYONE

Because we are federally funded

we get to serve all populations

within our *service area, which

includes Cleveland, Oklahoma and

Pottawatomie counties.

*If you are AST and outside the service area, please call our office and we will see what we can do to help

you.

Office Line 405.273.2888

Fax 405.273.1192

Webpage https://www.astribe.com/domestic-violence

Link to intake https://www.astribe.com/forms/victim-intake

@ASTRisingWarrior

For emergencies call 911 or AST PD @ 405.275.3200

This project was supported byGrant No. 2015-TW-AX-0016 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations

expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

July 2021

www.astribe.com

JULY BIRTHDAYS

Alaee, Brandon Keith

Alberty, Langston Deshun

Alford, Bruce Douglas

Alford, Louella Ann

Alford, Zachary Reid

Almanza, Marcel Andres

Armstrong, Robert Brent

Aschtgen, Ginna Lyn

Ashley, Skylor Georgeann

Bailey, Brooke Lynn

Barber, Kristin Lynn

Barbosa, Talia Jade

Barriga, Elias Micah

Bateman, Willow Shoshana Rain

Bayliss, Billy Ray

Bayliss, Katherine Anne

Bear, Bonnie Jean

Beaver, Rodney Gene

Berry, Ryan Jennings

Birdtail, Mary Evelyn

Bittle, Lillian Kay

Bittle-Tsoodle, Arminda Lee

Blackbear, Tegan Quinn

Blackburn, Virginia Rae

Blanchard, Brian Keith

Blanchard, Clayton Lee

Blanchard, Eric Leon

Blanchard, Henry R.

Blanchard, Jamin Dalton

Blanchard, Kason Ryan

Blanchard, Kyerra MaKyla Raye

Blanchard, Nicholas Adam

Blanchard, Virginia Adele

Blood, Colby Lee

Bogue, Aimee Rochelle

Bonham, Virginia Doreen

Bonicelli, Julie Alice

Booth, Randall David

Botone, Lisa Lucille

Bowens, Aarion Tremain

Bradley, Edward H.

Brady, Sharon Kay

Breeding, Hollis Joshua

Brinson, Nicholas Henry

Brocksmith, Ethan James

Brown, Elijah Christopher

Brown, Samuel David

Brown, Tristan John

Bryce, Anita Jean

Bryce, Jacob Desmond

Buckley, Brandon Michael

Buckley, Christopher Maurice

Burkhart Sr, Arthur Elliott

Butler, Donna Ellen

Butler-Wolfe, Beverly Edwina

Byers, Marilyn

Byers, Shawn Deeon

Byington, Michelle Hope

Canales, Alexis Marie

Carlisle, Kamdyn Lareign

Carlson, Tyellissa Lynn

Case, Melissa Susan

Citty, Leon Keith

Citty, Steven Keith

Ciulla, Tina Faye

Clark, Andrew Michael

Coddington, Corey William

Collett, Savanna Len

Colungo, Darrell Dean

Combs, Robert Paul Dwight

Conces, Arya Nicole

Conner, Daniel Paul

Coody, Erin Melody

Cook, Joshua Caleb

Cox, Jennifer Renee

Craig, Kayla Shawnee

Crossley, Cathleen Danielle

Cruz Oviedo, Noah

Cruz, Mr. Cameron Jacob

Cummings, Juleah Leslie

Davis Jr., Anthony Louis

Davis Jr., Edward Leroy

Davis, Adley Reese

Davis, Bryar Nicholas

Davis, Jocelyn Paige

Davis, Zachary Blake

Day, Jennifer Ann

Deer, Derrick Wesley

Deer, Elnora Levearn

Deer, Ethan Mack

Deer, Jaden Brandon

Deer, Kensington Jaide

Deer, Marissa Caitlin

Deere, Angelina Renee

Delodge, Ezra Manuel

Dennison, Daniele

DeOliveira, Shelly Marie

Detert, Heather Jo

Dixon, Abryana Elizabeth-Marie

Doussett, Calvin Cecil

Dyer, Aria May

Ellingsen, Shirley Mae

Ellis, Andee Nicole

Ellis, Charlotte Lynn

Ellis, Chet Herbert

Ellis, Christian Nathanial

Elmore, Amanda Brook

Engler, Emily Laiken

Farmer, Christine Bobbie

Felton, Zachary Douglas

Fields, Jameson Alan

Finch, Lillian Shea

Foley, Clayton Shane

Foreman Snake, Amber Lynn

Foreman, Amper Len

Fowler, Cheyenne Deneau

Freeman, Eugene Bryce

French-Hawk, Tracie Lynn

Fritsch, Jerod Wayne

Frye, Williamscott Thomas

Gatzman, Darla Juyne

Gatzman, Vannessa Kay

Gibson, Alan Gerard

Gibson, Donald James

Gibson, Elvis Glenn

Gibson, Gary Lloyd

Gibson, Ryan Edmond

Gibson, Tyler Glen

Gilcrease, Maedia Jean

Gilmore, Linkin Thomas

Gomez Jr., Abelardo M

Gonzales, Gabriella Noel

Gonzalez, Memphis Lee

Goss, Angel Marcus

Goss, Veronica Mae

Graham, Jackie

Granstrom, Karsen Renee

Greeley, Sarah Fawn

Gurrola, Daniel Alberto

Gutierrez, Devin Anthony

Harjo, Jeanette Marie

Harjo, Sharon Melody

Harjoe, Sonja Denise

Haumpy, Ma-Yia Rahjanae

Haumpy, Seleah Grace

Hawk, Connor Evan

Haymond, Trisha Lynn

Headrick, Sara Brianne

Helvy, Alta Jean

Henshaw, Allen Shawn

Hernandez Thorpe, Genesis Kay

Hernandez, Daezi Viay

Herndon, Martin Clyde

Herrera, John Anthony

Herrera, Michael Lee

Herrod, Jordan Leann

Hibdon, Konner Brian

Hicks, Anna Marie

Hicks, Braylon Angus

Hill, Chealsie Lynn

Hockemeyer, Jordan Alec Christopher

Hood, Dallas James

Hood, Elaina Rae

Hood, Matthew Dean

Hood, Piri Reis

Howe, Reign Phil

Hyde, Donovan Russell

Hyde, Lester Clark

Hyde, Thurston Robard

Ibarra, Lya Lynette

Irvin, Benjamin Raymond

Jackson, Kyree Dru

Johnson, Amanda Shaye

Johnson, Amber Dawn

Johnson, Ashley Briann

Johnson, Austin Lee

Johnson, Debra Jean

Johnson, George Lewis

Johnson, Grant Scott

Johnson, Jeremiah Justin

Johnson, Jessie Colt

Johnson, Kyle Dylan

Johnson, Nikki Renee

Johnson, Noreen Dottie

Johnson, Rita Jo

Johnson, Stacey Lynn

Johnson, Steven Boyd

Johnson, Tillman Earl

Johnson, Velma Jo

Jones, Donna Kay ( Ellis)

Jones, Teresa Ann

Judkins, Dyllon Garrett

Kaniatobe, Karen Faith

Kaseca, April Eve

Kaseca, Kanynn Leiann

Kaseca, Kevin Lynn

Kaseca, Russell Franklin

Keese, Mckinzey Faye

Keith, Andrew Richard

Keith, Brandon Dowe

Kennedy, Lindsey Marie

Key, Braisley Saranda

Kickapoo, Christopher Kerry

Kirby, Lindsay Diane

Kirby, Steven Wayne

Kitchen, Isaiah John Lucas

Krackenberger, Derek Henry

Krauss-Bates, Chante’l Emily

Kupczynski, Cora Ashley

Lackey, Toni Dion

Laplant, Gemma Nikole

Larney, Kathryn Jon-Nicole

Larney, Nathaniel Roy

Larson, Sekoenatha Keegan

Leatherman, Scarlett Elaine Olivia Jean

Lewis, Cierra Dawn

Little Axe Jr., Danny

Little Axe, Charlie Pratt

Little Axe, Graci Raquel

Little Axe, Jerry James

Little Charley, Louise

Little, Tony Wayne

Little, Zoe Michelle

Little-Sheppard, Zoretta Denise

Littlecreek, Ephraim Jhames

Littlecreek, Josephine Taylor

Littlecreek, Mychal Shawn

Lockhart, Ann

Long, Jordan Lee

Longhorn, Bradley Brian

Longhorn, Ewell Gary

Longhorn, Lee Allen

Longman, Annabelle Marie

Longman, Ashley Nicole

Longman, Clayton Dean

Longman, Kristopher Morgan

Longman, William Ashton

Lovins, Wesley Jacob

Lowe, Wyatt James

Lowrance, Rusty Haze

Mack, Felix Wayne

Mack, Kaenan Dale

MacK, Malayah Jean

Mackey, Monica Sue

Marquez, Quentin Miles

Marshall, Kalanii Marie

Martin, Robyn Alexa

Martinez Jr., Chad Mikel

Martinez, Alyson Jo

Martinez, Izabella Maria

Martinez, Jalon Maverick

Martinez, Jasmine Nicole

Martinez, Stephanie Diane

Masquat, Milania Che’Lee

Matthews, Amber Mary

Maxwell, Alex Ryan

Mayo, Lindsay Destiny

McBride, Wyatt Dean

McCoy, Violet Christine Harry

McCulloch, Erin Corrine

McGee, Michael Shannon

McMahan, Jayden Thomas

McPherson, Erica Nicole

Merrell, Sean Allen

Meshquekennock, Thomas Lee

Michaelson, John Edward

Miller, Tina Mae

Mitchell, Chloe Ann Sarae

Mohawk, Mckenzi Jeanne

Molenhour, Dylan Cole

Moore, Miles Thomas Michael Joseph

Morton, Colette Ellen

Morton, Darrell Jackson

Morton, David Arthur

Nail, Cullen Chase

Neuens, Kathy Marie

Nguyen-Rojas, Tyler Van

O’Dell, Cody Dewayne

Onzahwah, Alecia Joann

Oster, Sharon Sue

Pack, Camryn Lorraine

Pack, Kristyn Bailey

Panther, Chad Phillip

Parks, Keelym Damir

Patton, Qwentis Adarryl

Patty, Twana Marie

Pawpa, Sandra Lorene

Pederson, Rena Little Axe

Peetoom, Joshua Lawrence

Peetoom, William Ryan

Pena, Eric

Perez-Vargas Jr., Juan Manuel

Pfeiffer, Donna Kay

Phillips, Kristian Parker

Pickens, Teddy Ray

Pine, Jaime Ann

Pine, James Francis

Pine, Kaseon James

Pine-Chapline, Isabella Roseanne

Pitner, Sylvia Sue

Polecat Jr., Leroy

Ponce, Autumn Dawn

Ponkilla, Carol Ann

Ponkilla, Debra Jaclyn

Pope, Cree Breeann

Puckitt, Klete Wade

Pugh, Tiffany Ranae

Quiroz, Nina Gail

Ramirez, Antonio Omar

Ramirez, Ashton Kobe

Ramirez, Sawyer Ridge

Ramirez, Tenetke

Rapp, Amelia Irene

Reid, Rebecca Claire

Ricketts II, Jarrod Keith

Rigney, Sylvan Layne

Roach, Drew Wilson

Robertson, Leland Scott

Robison, Caleb Asher

Robison, Christopher Charles

Rodas Lopez, Monica Leree

Rolette, David Grayson

Rolette, Makaila Lynn

Ross, Annette Renee

Ross, Gary Willis

Runsabove, Wade Mitchell

Sampson, Brayden Louis

Sanchez, Kaleho Yosef

Schulenberg, Esteline Sloan

Schwarz, Loretta Jean

Serena, Lisa Lynn

Shane, Vivian Louella

Shawnee, Coltin Dale

Shawnee, Derrick Joel

Sheely, Padme Leann

Shelton, Anthony Pharrell

Shirk, Deborah Ann

Sills, Patricia Kay

Simpson, Shirley Florence

Sims, Vikki Ann

Slayton, Lester Allen

Sloat-Starnes, Da’Nahl James

Smith, Caden Robert

Smith, Caylea Anna

Smith, Curtis Alan

Smith, Katherine Danene

Smith, Kenneth Lee

Smith, Lauren Ashlee

Smith, Leslie Anne

Smith, Lori Beth

Smith, Luke Alan

Snake, Brandon Matthew

Snake, Gerald Kendall

Soap, Austin Jay

Soap, Crystal Diane Moonlight

Soap, Devin Elijah

Solis, Allan Jesus

Spoon, Raelee Grace

Spoon, Ramona Gaye

Spriggs, Chanoa Irene

Spybuck Jr., James Cody

Spybuck, Morganne Faith

Stanley Jr., Denny Atine

Starr, David Martin

Starr, Sheila Renee

Stephens, AnnaMarie Gene

Still, Elijah Noel

Sutton, Sierra Dawn

Switch, Kathern Suzzete

Switch, Samuel Tiger

Switch, Voguel Carroll

Talton, Daveon Lee

Tarbox Jr., Matthew Clayton

Taylor, Lena Elaine

Tharp, Deborah Lynne

Thomasee, Lawrence Cy

Thompson, Cheyenne Jada

Thornhill, Taryn MacKenzie

Thorpe, Cyrus James

Thorpe, Jarrett Scott

Tiger Sr., Leonard Gene

Tiger, Cheryl Renee

Tiger, Francis Allen

Tiger, Hermione Essence

Tiger, Mariah Lanay

Tiger, Sonya Marie

Tiger, Stephanie Nicole

Tiger, Susan Rochelle

Tiller, Shavonne Lynn

Uchida, Micheal Gene

Vasquez, Rebecca Faye

Vega, Lorenzo Antonio

Villanueva, Jorden Lee

Wahpepah, Joshua Gordon

Wakolee Jr., Brandon David

Wakolee, Bernard Wilson

Wallace, Cierra Shawnae

Wallace, Timothy Scott

Warrior, Daniel Adam

Warrior, Donna Carol

Warrior, Hopawaka’Tepwe Norbbie

Warrior, Marti Inez

Warrior, Samuel Norbbie

Wasley, Brenden Salvatore

Watson, Brian Keith

Watson, Jamie Ann

West, Christian Lane

White Jr., Charles Daniel

White, Logan Riley

White, Thomas Wayne

Whitebird, Shelby Gail

Williams, David Arlen

Williams, Jalyn Anissa

Williams, Melanie Marie

Williams, Orin Ray

Willingham, Deidra Marie

Wilson, Justin Dean

Wilson, Marcus Allen

Wolf Jr., Aaron Paul

Wolf, Nevaeh Annalise

Wood, William Thomas James

Worley, Tehia Jane

Yates, Katie Ann

July 2021

www.astribe.com

thday

Happy 18th Birthday to Dylan Cole Molenhour. To the firstborn grandson and

great-grandson. Grandpa and I are very

proud of you and your accomplishments. Enjoy your special day!!

Love,

Grandpa and Grandma Felton

Happy 18th Birthday, Dylan Cole Molenhour!

We are very proud of you and We love you!

Love,

Dad, Mom, Lexi & Logan, Dylan Matthew,

Derek and Emma

Happy Birthday to my

Niece Katherine (Sissy)!!

From, All your Family

Members in T-Town

We Love You!!

Happy 9th Birthday Keelym!!!

We Love you Mom, Bubb and Sissy

The family of our beloved son, brother, father & best friend Victor Shane Lowe would

like to give our gratitude to the tribe for all

they did for us/him during this most difficult

time. We will miss him forever. Thank you

to social services, AST Police Dept. the Absentee Shawnee Housing Authority and all

those that sent prayers, condolences, food,

and flowers for our family.

The Lowe, Haney, Winter Families

Former Governors Honored at Meeting

On June 23rd, the Executive Committee hosted some of

the former AST Governors at the Multi-Purpose Building.

The former Governors’ were also presented with Pendleton

blankets. The current and former leaders discussed issues

concerning the tribe, many of them the same issues the

former Governors’ dealt with.

Top Left Photo: Scott Miller and Governor John Johnson. Top Right

Photo: Leroy Ellis and Governor John Johnson. Left Photo: Edwina

Butler-Wolfe and Governor John Johnson.

AST Tax Preparation

The Free Tax Preparation Season has ended for this year..

The tax season started on February 13, 2021 and ended May

15, 2021. We served 132 tax fliers and saved them $33,254

dollars in tax filing fees. We only had a few volunteers due to

the Covid-19 pandemic but the volunteers we had were willing to come and help file tax returns. Thank You Volunteers

for Your Time.

Photo: Seated Dena Baker and Tina Ontiveros. Back Row

L-R: Gregory Reading, Jan Raft and Stella Little. Not pictured Bobby Stone, LaNora Buswell, Eileen Pearce.

July 2021

www.astribe.com

AllNations Bank Awards Scholarships

Pictured L-R: Joseph Blanchard, AST Treasurer, Cindy Sims, AllNations Bank –

Shawnee Branch Manager, Coree Johnson, AST Tribal Member and Steve Smith,

AllNations Bank – President.

Pictured L-R: Madelyn Steves, AST Tribal Member and Steve Smith, AllNations

Bank – President.

Recently AllNations Bank and Bank President Steve Smith awarded 2 scholarships to AST Tribal Members graduating to help further their education. AllNations Bank President Steve Smith awards Tribal member Coree

Johnson with a $1,000 scholarship. Johnson is a graduate of Norman High

School. Congratulations!!!

Recently AllNations Bank and Bank President Steve Smith awarded 2

scholarships to AST Tribal Members graduating to help further their

education. AllNations Bank President Steve Smith awards Tribal member Madelyn Steves with a $500 scholarship. Steves is a graduate of Epic

Charter School. Congratulations!!!

AST High School Seniors

The following are current programs administered by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Education Department:

• Academic (PK-12) Program: assists with academic related expenses, and a portion of

funds can be used for school-related athletic program expenses. Program has a maximum funding limit for the academic year.

• Johnson O’Malley Program: assists Absentee Shawnee tribal members enrolled in any

of our nine (9) school districts: Tecumseh, Bethel, Earlsboro, Wanette, Asher, South

Rock Creek, Macomb, Dale, and Little Axe.

• Zahn Program: established from a trust fund, program can help with some graduation expenses, and awards two (2) incentives: one for GED recipients and one for High

School graduates. Program has a maximum amount of funding for graduation expenses.

• Job Training Adult Education Program: funds for vocational training at accredited

vocational institutions. Program has a maximum funding limit for the calendar year or

per program.

• Higher Education: Education Incentive Award Program: funds for undergraduate degrees, one associate or bachelor degree, at any accredited college or university. Funding

levels are determined based upon grade point average and full-time or part-time status.

• Graduate Scholarship Program: funds for one master’s degree or one doctoral degree,

and can fund one graduate admissions test. This program has funding levels based upon

full-time and part-time status.

• Big Jim Youth Award Program: annual incentive for High School Seniors for

Academic Achievement and Athlete of the Year. Applications are available and accepted

beginning January 1st and the deadline for application submission is March 31st of each

year.

Graduation Stole Request Form

The information you provide below will be used to contact you regarding your

form, where your stole will be sent to, or scheduling a time for you to pick up a

stole. Make sure the information is current. If your contact information changes

after you submit your form notify the Education Department immediately. We will

not be responsible for lost stoles, stoles being sent to incorrect addresses, or the

inability to schedule a pick up time.

**Stoles will be available on a first come, first served basis.**

Name:

Address:

Phone:

Email:

How would you like to receive your stole? ☐Pick up

☐Mail

*If picking up a stole, you will be called to schedule a pick up time.

Required documents:

Verification

Class schedule: 12th grade enrollment

•

All funding is based upon the availability of funds at the time of application.

Attention:

Tribal Enrollment Card

Copy (must be the updated card)

•

Applications for fall 2021 must be received or postmarked by June 15, 2021.

Education Department

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

405.275.4030 Ext. 6242

405.273.7938 (fax)

tresham@astribe.com

All applications and guidelines are available at www.astribe.com. Click on Services and

select Education.

For more information, please call (405) 275- 4030, Ext. 6242 email Tresha Spoon at tresham@

astribe.com.

Little Axe Afterschool Program

Emergency Management

College/Vocational

Emergency Preparedness with Levi Walker

May 20, 2021

Graduation Stole Request Form

The Executive Committee will be sponsoring graduation stoles for 2021 College

and Vocational graduates. The information you provide below will be used to

contact you regarding where you would like your stole to be sent or scheduling a

time for you to pick up a stole. Make sure the information is current. If it changes

after you submit your form contact the Education Department immediately. We

will not be responsible for lost stoles, stoles being sent to incorrect addresses, or

the inability to schedule a pick up time.

**Stoles will be available on a first come, first served basis.**

Name:

Address:

Phone:

Email:

How would you like to receive your stole? ☐Pick up

☐Mail

*If picking up a stole, you will be called to schedule a pick up time.

Required documents:

Verification

•

Copy of college application for graduation

Tribal Enrollment Card

•

Copy (must be the updated card)

Education Department

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

405.275.4030 Ext. 6242

405.273.7938 (fax)

tresham@astribe.com

July 2021

www.astribe.com

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Building Blocks C.D.C.

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

(405) 878-0633

Fax:(405) 878-0156

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Building Blocks C.D.C.

16051 Little Axe Dr.

Norman, OK 73026

(405) 360-2710

Fax: (405) 360-2726

Building Blocks II

Building Blocks III

July 2021 Newsletter

Our children are excited about Summer. We began Splash Pad play during

the week of June 7th. The classrooms each have a day that they get to take the

children out on our Splash Pad.

Toddler Carwash

Father’s Day was June 20th and the children made special gifts for their Dads.

June 20th was also the First Day of Summer. Remember to drink lots of water,

apply sunscreen and stay in the shade when possible. Also, remember to keep

in contact with your elderly relatives and neighbors. We all need to have a safe

summer.

July 4th is Independence Day. Building

Blocks will be closed on Monday, July

5th in observance of Independence Day.

Have a safe holiday.

July 19th is National Ice Cream Day- Enjoy a yummy ice cream.

We have an employee of the month each

month. Sarah-Anne Scott is our Employee of the Month for June. Congratulations!

We are now open to the public and accepting waiting list applications. Please

call us to see if we have an opening for

your child. We accept children 6 weeks

through Preschool (4 Year olds).

Building Blocks is in search of employees. Please call for an application or

visit astribe.com. We need Master Teachers, Teachers, Floaters, Housekeepers,

and Custodians.

Our teachers do wonderful bulletin boards for our center. They have done

several Summer Bulletin Boards…

CTSA Head Start

We have three locations that provide services: Shawnee, Stroud,

and Cushing.

Shawnee and Stroud have Early Head Start programs (for children

0-3 years old) and Head Start programs (for children 3-5 years

old). Shawnee and Stroud also have a child care program after

hours called CCDF.

Tie-dying T-shirts and making Ice cream

NOTICE

Cushing has a Head Start Program (for children 3-5 years old)

If anyone is interested in an application they may download one

form our website at www.ctsaheadstart.org. You can also email us

or swing by one of our centers and pick up an application outside

the doors.

If you have further questions please contact the Enrollment Manager Madison Walker at 405-275-4870 or madisonw@ctsaheadstart.org

Also, we would like people to know that we are hiring for our

Shawnee location as well. We are in need of Head Start Teachers,

Early Head Start Teachers, and Child Care staff. If anyone is interested in employment they would need to contact our HR Manager

Sonya Birdshead at 405-275-4870 or sonyab@ctsaheadstart.org.

The Tax Collection report can be

found by logging in to the Tribal

Member Login section on the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s

website (www.astribe.com).

July 2021

www.astribe.com

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE – SHAWNEE DEPARTMENT EXTENSIONS (405) 275-4030

Lt. Gov. Gov.

Governor John R. Johnson ......... 6308

Alvina Barnes ............................... 6307

Kim Porter ................................... 6269

Lt.Governor Ezra DeLodge. ............ 6253

Diane Ponkilla .............................. 6267

MENT EXTENSIONS (405) 275-4030

Steven Crisp................................................. 6262

Linda

Day ....................................................

Treasurer

Joseph Blanchard .....6261

6280

James Woolbright ....................................... 6276

Jan Ranft ...................................... 6309

Russell Harjo ............................................... 6391

.......................................................

6341

Patrol

Room................................................. 6278

Treas.

............. 6292

............. 6288

............. 6290

Secretary

Secretary Alicia Miller ................ 6289

POLICE

DEPT Kinley

.......................

275-3200 / 275-3432

Taylor

...............................

6275

Gaylord (Chief) .................................. 6302

............. 6271 BradTina

Ontiveros

.............................

6431

Jason Brinker .............................................. 6259

Rep.

MANAGEMENT

.......................................................

6239

................. 6228 EMERGENCY

Walker ......................................... 6426

............... 6294 Levi.......................................................

6240

............... 6279

PROCUREMENT

............... 6250

...................................................................... 6291

............... 6300 RECEPTIONIST

Tara Battise ................................................. 6281

............... 6265 Kylia Pinson ........................................ 4030

Rebecca Kennedy ........................................ 6410

............... 6320

Blake Wiggins .............................................. 6422

............... 6385

ASEDA

Lisa Camren ................................................ 6232

............... 6424

Brayden Queen ............................................ 6339

............... 6344 .............................................................. 6263

Isaiah Bias .................................................... 6244

............... 6397

ATTORNEY

REALTY

Gary

Pitchlynn .................................... 6313

Taylor Carter .............................................. 6246

............... 6438

Cara Hamilton (Probates) .......................... 6248

............... 6437 BIA/SELF GOVERNANCE

Yecica Gutierrez………..……………………..6420

............... 6439 Kymberly Hazlett ................................ 6325

Kimberlee Billie……………….………….........6235

............... 6440 Nahinli Billy ......................................... 6301

Whitney

Standing........................................ 6283

SOCIAL SERVICES

............... 6338 Annie Wilson (Director) ............................. 6311

............... 6284 Nancy Edwards ........................................... 6225

CCDF

............... 6295

TAX COMMISSION

TAG

Briana

Ponkilla/ ...................................

6347

Alicia

Engler…

...........................................

LaNora Buswell ....................................6257

6348

............... 6296 Shelby White ............................................... 6258

Stacy

Clark .................................................. 6286

............... 6337 C

OURT

......................................................................

............... 6222 Chelsea

Cope .......................................6237

6241

............... 6252 Ashley Hudson…………………………..6336

............... 6423

TITLE VIWhite Thunder ....................... 6260

Shelsie

Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ............... 6227

ULTBettelyoun,

. PRES. / GDonna

IFT SHOP

Lula

Butler, Robert

........ 395-4494 C

Butler

.........................................

6245

Schoolfield,

Ted

Watson… …..…………...6270

........ 395-4491 Carol

........ 395-4490 Merry Rodriguez (Gift Shop) ................ 6310

OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE

........ 395-4493 Gift Shop....................................................6254

All Nations Bank .................................. 273-0202

Devon

........................

6243

ASEDAFrazier(THPO)

..................................................

878-6782

Toll FreeBrokeshoulder

.....................................

1-800-256-3341

.........................

6312

............... 6316 Ashley

Brendle

Corner.....................................

447-3372

............... 6234 Kay

Bemo

............................................

6238

Building

Blocks

....................................

878-0633

…………6331 Casey

Wilson (Librarian) ................... 6416

John Mann

Blanchard,

(Barbra Pope)

Building

Blocks

III LA ........................

360-2710

OMESTIC

VIOLENCE

/FAMILY SERVICES

(Skye

Foreman)

Melissa Lopez ...................................... 6333

Court Clerk

..........................................

481-8575

............... 6249 Leslie

Harris

........................................

6326

Enrollment ............................................ 481-8650

Bryisha

Payne......................................

6315

Gaming Commission

................. 360-9270 x1110

............... 6435 Taylor

Wills

.........................................

6293

Housing ................................................. 273-1050

............... 6436 Lacey

.........................................

6298

HumanCarey

Resources

................................ 275-1468

Media .................................................... 598-1279

EDUCATION

(Mindy Longhorn)

............... 3100

Spoon

.......................................

6242

OEH/OEP

.............................................

214-4235

............... 6327 Tresha

Dept. .........................275-3200 / 275-3432

..............................................................

6255

............... 6402 Police

Thunderbird

Casino

NRM .................. 360-9270

Goodman

...................................

6432

............... 6329 Blake

Shawnee

Casino

....................................

273-2679

............... 6342 Shay

Fixico .......................................... 6433

............... 6332 Tax Commission ................................... 481-8600

............... 6328 Tribal Store (Little Axe) ...................... 364-0668

............... 6229

............... 6398

ALL CORRECTIONS PLEASE EMAIL TO:

MIS@ASTRIBE.COM

Last updated: 6/16/21

ELECTION COMMISSION

Diana Wilson........................................ 6271

ENROLLMENT

Amanda Webb ..................................... 6292

Marla Massey ...................................... 6288

Elicia Ramirez ..................................... 6290

FINANCE

Jennifer Crenshaw ........................................... 6228

Sandra Burnett .......................................... 6294

Tracey Dickson ........................................... 6279

Tina Fixico .................................................. 6250

Courtney Green .......................................... 6300

Holly Davis .................................................. 6265

Colleen Butler ............................................. 6320

Misti Casey .................................................. 6385

Laina Martin ............................................... 6424

...................................................................... 6344

Conf. Room ................................................. 6397

FOOD BANK

Director ....................................................... 6438

Reception ..................................................... 6437

SW Office .................................................... 6439

NW Office.................................................... 6440

GRANTS

Phyllis Wahahrockah-Tasi......................... 6338

Kryste Carter .............................................. 6284

Bronte Pearson ........................................... 6295

HUMAN RESOURCES

Michele Nowell............................................ 6296

Casey Adams .............................................. 6337

Rebecca Hyde .............................................. 6222

Jennifer Kinslow ......................................... 6252

Lauren Parish ............................................. 6423

ICW

Sheila Wilson ....................................... 395-4494

Shawnee Martinez .............................. 395-4491

Kelly Seaton ......................................... 395-4490

Paige Little Charley ............................. 395-4493

MAINTENANCE

Kevin Kaseca............................................... 6316

Break Room.. .............................................. 6234

SheilaOrphan………………………………6331

Robert Komacheet, Joe Morton, John Mann

Stephen Fife, Stacy Coon, Duke Blanchard,

Clayton Martinez

Cindy Carpenter ......................................... 6249

MEDIA

Mindy Longhorn......................................... 6435

Derek Hilderbrand ..................................... 6436

MIS

HELP DESK ............................................... 3100

Travis O’Dell .............................................. 6327

Donna Cody ................................................ 6402

Amelia Grass ............................................... 6329

Fred Brown ................................................. 6342

Rafael Rodriguez ........................................ 6332

Kelly Chambers .......................................... 6328

OEH

Jarrod Lloyd ............................................... 6229

Kyra Underwood ........................................ 6398

OTHER EXTENSIONS

Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm. ...................................... 2009

Bldg. 1 Break Rm ....................................... 6305

Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. .............................. 6330

Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. ................................. 6311

Finance Conference Rm ............................. 6236

LITTLE AXE CLINIC

Clinic - Medical .................................... 447-0300

L.A.Plus Care....................................... 447-0477

Dental Clinic ........................................ 307-9704

Diabetes ................................................ 360-0698

Pharmacy ............................................. 292-9530

Resource Center .................................. 364-7298

(Chrissy Wiens)

SHAWNEE CLINIC

Clinic (Bldg. 17) ................................... 878-5850

Pharmacy ............................................. 878-5859

Toll free ...................................... 1-866-742-4977

Rhonda Kaseca .................................... 878-4702

POLICE DEPT ....................... 275-3200 / 275-3432

Brad Gaylord (Chief) .................................. 6302

Jason Brinker .............................................. 6259

Steven Crisp................................................. 6262

Linda Day .................................................... 6261

James Woolbright ....................................... 6276

Russell Harjo ............................................... 6391

Patrol Room................................................. 6278

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Levi Walker ......................................... 6426

PROCUREMENT

...................................................................... 6291

Tara Battise ................................................. 6281

Rebecca Kennedy ........................................ 6410

Blake Wiggins .............................................. 6422

Lisa Camren ................................................ 6232

Brayden Queen ............................................ 6339

Isaiah Bias .................................................... 6244

REALTY

Taylor Carter .............................................. 6246

Cara Hamilton (Probates) .......................... 6248

Yecica Gutierrez………..……………………..6420

Kimberlee Billie……………….………….........6235

SOCIAL SERVICES

Annie Wilson (Director) ............................. 6311

Nancy Edwards ........................................... 6225

TAX COMMISSION / TAG

Alicia Engler… ........................................... .6257

Shelby White ............................................... 6258

Stacy Clark .................................................. 6286

...................................................................... 6237

TITLE VI

Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ............... 6227

Lula Bettelyoun, Donna Butler, Robert

Schoolfield, Ted Watson… …..…………...6270

OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE

All Nations Bank .................................. 273-0202

ASEDA .................................................. 878-6782

Toll Free ..................................... 1-800-256-3341

Brendle Corner..................................... 447-3372

Building Blocks .................................... 878-0633

(Barbra Pope)

Building Blocks III LA ........................ 360-2710

(Skye Foreman)

Court Clerk .......................................... 481-8575

Enrollment ............................................ 481-8650

Gaming Commission ................. 360-9270 x1110

Housing ................................................. 273-1050

Human Resources ................................ 275-1468

Media .................................................... 598-1279

(Mindy Longhorn)

THER EXTENSIONS

OEH/OEP

............................................. 214-4235

Bldg.

Conf.

Rm. ......................................

2009

Police 1Dept.

.........................275-3200

/ 275-3432

Bldg.

Break

.......................................

6305

Thunderbird Casino NRM .................. 360-9270

Gov. Bldg.

2 Conf.

Rm. ..............................

6330

Shawnee

Casino

....................................

273-2679

Fam.Commission

Svcs. Conf....................................

Rm. .................................

6311

Tax

481-8600

Finance

Conference

Rm .............................

6236

Tribal

Store

(Little Axe)

...................... 364-0668

LITTLE AXE CLINIC

ALL CORRECTIONS PLEASE EMAIL TO:

Clinic - Medical .................................... 447-0300

MIS@ASTRIBE.COM

L.A.Plus Care....................................... 447-0477

Dental Clinic ........................................ 307-9704

Last updated: 6/16/21

Diabetes ................................................ 360-0698

Pharmacy ............................................. 292-9530

Resource Center .................................. 364-7298

(Chrissy Wiens)

SHAWNEE CLINIC

Clinic (Bldg. 17) ................................... 878-5850

Pharmacy ............................................. 878-5859

Toll free ...................................... 1-866-742-4977

Rhonda Kaseca .................................... 878-4702

This is a copy of a public record, reproduced as it was published. It is not legal advice, and it may not be the version a court would rely on. Check the official source before you cite it.