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OCIEChoctaw Casino & Resort4216 S. Highway 69/75

Durant, OKPhone: 800.788.2464

Sponsored by the Oklahoma Council for Indian Educationwww.oklahoma-ocie.org

December 4 & 5, 2017

38th Annual

Conference

Oklahoma Council for Indian Education

38th Annual OCIE Conference

Tentative AgendaSunday — December 3

Monday — December 4

Tuesday — December 5

• OCIE Board of Directors Elections• OCIE Annual Membership Meeting• OCIE Annual Awards Banquet• Recognition of NIEA Award Recipients• Professional Development Workshops• Poster Presentations

• Silent Auction & Exhibitors• Round-Table Discussions - new this year• Cultural Open Mic Gathering - new this year• Tribal Leaders’ Reception

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Registration8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Silent Auction8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Exhibits7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. First General Session10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Workshop I11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lunch and Speaker1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Workshop II2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Workshop III3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Round-Table Discussions & Poster Presentations4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Regional Caucuses Dinner on your own6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Cultural Open Mic Gathering - sign up at the event to share your stories, skills, crafts, songs, dances, whatever you’d like to share, or just come and enjoy the gathering

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Registration8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Silent Auction8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Exhibits7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. OCIE Board Elections8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Second General Session10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Workshop IV11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. OCIE Annual Awards Lunch1:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Annual Membership Meeting & Closing3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. OCIE Board of Director’s Meeting & Dinner (mandatoryforallnewboardmembersandofficers)

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Registration open4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Exhibit booth check-in and set-up6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tribal Leaders’ Reception for Elected Leaders in Redbud8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. OCIE Member Networking in Redbud - cash bar available

Conference HighlightsOCIE Board of DirectorsLucyann Harjo

President

Dr. Samantha Benn-Duke

President-Elect

Teresa DorsettPast-President

Dr. Crystal MooreSecretary

Terra RhoadsTreasurer

Tammy CharlesParliamentarian

Tracey SontagNortheast Representatives

Tierra Fudge-Roberts Linda Hulbutta

Northwest Representatives

Silas Wolf Randi Sunray

Southeast Representatives

Pam FodderDavid Sullivan

Southwest Representatives

Alison BlackDr. Toni Tsatoke-Mule

Members at Large

Brooke Charley Chelsey FodderStudents at Large



Register by November 3 to receive all Early Bird rates

Early Bird Registration (Full) $225.00(Postmarked by Oct 31, 2017, Includes One Individual Membership)

Registration (Full) $300.00(Includes One Individual Membership)

Elected Tribal Leader Registration $100.00

Student Early Bird Registration (Full) $75.00(Postmarked by Oct 31, 2017, Includes One Individual Membership)

Student Registration $125.00(Includes One Individual Membership) *Students must provide student ID or other proof of status.**Registrations received after November 18 are not guaranteed full conference packet and incentives.

Conference Registration & Information

RegistrationAnnual OCIE membership fee is waived with paid conference registration. Full registration includes: all conference materials, two luncheons, two breakfasts, all general sessions, all workshops, and annual OCIE membership.

Lodging and Exhibitor Information

LodgingChoctaw Casino & Resort4216 S. Highway 69/75Durant, OKPhone: 800.788.2464

Conference Rate: $91.00 plus applicable taxesMust reserve room by November 18, 2017 to receive conference rate

Please identify room block group as: Oklahoma Council for Indian Education OCIE Conference. Attendees are responsible for making their hotel reservations.

Exhibit BoothsRegistration Deadline – Nov. 10, 2017* Space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

All Exhibitors $80.00Electrical Hookup Fee $10.00



Registration Form – one form per attendeeFull Name:

Tribal Affiliation(s):

Organization:

Title:

Address: City/State/Zip:

Phone:

Fax: E-Mail:

Early Bird Registration (Full) $225.00

Indian Education StaffTribal Education Department StaffState Department StaffParent Committee MemberTeacherStudentOther Please specify:

NE SE NW SW

Elected Tribal Leader $100.00Tribe: Elected Position:

Adult Registration

Special Registration

Payment Information

Send Registration Form and Payment to: Oklahoma Council for Indian EducationSapulpa Middle School c/o Terra Rhoads1304 E. Cleveland Ave, Sapulpa, OK 74066

For questions contact: Samantha Benn-Duke (918) 444-3715 or email [email protected] Terra Rhoads: [email protected]

Check Enclosed - Payable to: Oklahoma Council for Indian Education

Purchase Order - PO#___________________ (Attach copy of PO)

Credit Card - CC#:___________________ Expiration:_________ CVS code:________Zip code:__________

Please indicate your OCIE region

I am attending OCIE as a:

Student Registration

Early Bird Registration $75.00Registration (Full) $300.00 Student Registration $125.00Tribal Leaders Reception $25.00(please add this amount to PO)

$3.00 Convenience Fee will be added to your total amount

There is a $25.00 Processing Fee for each purchase order.Please include $25.00 fee on your PO with your registration & reception (if applicable) amount

(please see map for assistance)

Students must provide student ID or other proof of status

[email protected]



Exhibit Booths

Deadline Date: November 10, 2017

Space for exhibits is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The cost of booth space is $80.00 for all exhibitors. There is a $10 electrical hookup fee for exhibitors who have electrical requirements. Exhibitors are responsible for their own audio/visual equipment for their booths. Each booth has one table and two chairs. No use of tacks, tape, etc. on walls.

Exhibitor:

Business/Organization Name:

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Phone: Fax:

E-mail:

Booth Space Requested:

One Space Two Spaces Three Spaces

Electrical Hookup: Yes No

Briefly describe the items/service to be sold/advertised at our conference:

Payment should be made by cashier’s check or money order to:Oklahoma Council for Indian Education or OCIE

Return completed exhibit booth application and payment to:Oklahoma Council for Indian Education c/o Chokka’ Kilimpi’

Attn: Randi Sunray, Exhibit Booths3200 Marshall Avenue, Suite 220

Norman, OK 73072(405) 767-8944

[email protected]

For questions contact Randi Sunray at 405-767-8944 or by email at [email protected]



Resolutions

Deadline Date: December 4, 2017 — 4:00 p.m.

OCIE RESOLUTION — OCIE

TITLE:

WHEREAS, the Oklahoma Council for Indian Education was established on September 17, 1983 to advocate for educational excellence and equal opportunity for American Indian students in the state of Oklahoma, and

WHEREAS, the Oklahoma Council for Indian Education advocates for full participation of parents of Indian students and tribes in the retention, maintenance, and preservation of tribal cultures and languages, and

WHEREAS,

WHEREAS,

WHEREAS,

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the OKLAHOMA COUNCIL FOR INDIAN EDUCATION hereby

CERTIFICATION

Adopted and approved on this _____ day of December, 2017 by the Oklahoma Council for Indian Education at the 2017 Annual OCIE Conference held at the Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant, OK.

Resolutions may be submitted on this form or a typed version using the same format may be submitted. Resolutions must be kept to one (1) typewritten page.

For more information, contact:Lucyann Harjo, 4100 N. Flood Norman, OK 73069

Phone: (405) 366-5809 Email: [email protected]



Nominee Full Name:


Institution/Organization Affiliation(s):


Work Phone: Home Phone:

Fax: E-Mail:

Nominator Full Name:


Institution/Organization Affiliation(s):


Work Phone: Home Phone:

Fax: E-Mail:

Check one: Oklahoma Indian Educator of the Year Oklahoma Indian Student of the Year

Oklahoma Indian Teacher of the Year Oklahoma Indian Parent of the Year

Oklahoma Indian Elder of the Year *Must be 60 years and older to qualify as an elder.

2017 OCIE Annual Awards Nomination Form

Both the nominator and nominee must be members of OCIE. If the nominator or the nominee is not a member, appropriate membership fees must accompany the nomination form.

Nominations must be received by October 31,2017. Only email nominations will be accepted. Email nominations to:

Randi Sunray and Linda Hulbutta, OCIE Awards CommitteeEmail: [email protected] or [email protected]

The following documents must accompany the nomination form:One-page statement about the nominee justifying nomination (500 word limit)Biographical information or Resume (provide examples of nominee’s outstanding work)One letter of support (letter should not be from a relative)Photo of nominee (preferably a head shot of good quality)



The Oklahoma Council for Indian Education Board of Directors recognizes and commends the recipients of annual OCIE Awards.

Nominations of over 911 high school and collegiate Native American Oklahoma students were accepted for membership in the 2017 Oklahoma Indian Student Honor Society. Each student maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.9 or above, demonstrated moral character and leadership skills, and participated in Native American cultural and community service activities.

Three scholarships named in honor of outstanding educators and active in the formation of Oklahoma Council for Indian Education organization were awarded.

• Alice Tonemah: Faith Morning Star Wind, Depew High School• Marlene LeClair/Helen Wright: Kelsie LaPierre, Norman High School• John Sam Memorial: Gabrielle Budder, Claremore High School

The OCIE Board acknowledges the many contributions of the 2016 Annual OCIE Award recipients. They have shared their wisdom, knowledge, talents, time and hearts with our Native American students. Our honor goes to:

• 2016 OCIE Teacher of the Year: Kimberly Shook, Edmond Schools• 2016 OCIE Educator of the Year: Dr. Samantha Benn-Duke, Northeastern State University• 2016 High School Student of the Year: Brandon Cobb, Edmond Schools• Parent of the Year: Daniel & Jeanna Jim, Edmond Schools• There was not an OCIE college student of the year

OCIE award winners are automatically nominated for the national awards given by the National Indian Education Association. This year, OCIE had two recipients who were selected to receive an NIEA national award! Congratulations to:

2017 NIEA Teacher of the Year: Kimberly Shook2017 NIEA Parent of the Year: Daniel & Jeanna Jim

Congratulations to all for their achievements and future accomplishments. Thank you for representing Oklahoma so well.

Recognition of OCIE Awards



• Elections shall take place on December 5, 2017 beginning at 8:00 a.m. and concluding at 12:00 p.m. • Election results will be announced December 5, 2017 at closing session • OCIE Board of Directors will be installed on December 5, 2017• The positions below are open for election and serve a 2 year term:

• Representatives from districts will be selected December 4 in regional caucuses

OCIE BYLAWSARTICLE VI — BOARD OF DIRECTORSSection 1 The OCIE Board of Directors shall be composed of eighteen members elected for staggered terms of two (2) years to begin with the year they are elected.

Section 2The OCIE Board shall be composed of: • Eight (8) members shall be District Representatives • Two (2) members shall be At-Large Members • Two (2) members shall be Student At-Large Members • Six (6) members shall be Officers At-Large Members

ARTICLE VIII — ELECTIONSSection 1Elections shall be conducted at the OCIE membership meeting.

Section 2Eight members shall be District Representatives elected by the voting membership of their designated OCIE district. The districts are within four quadrants formed by the division of Interstate 40 and Interstate 35. District Representatives shall be designated as follows: • Northeast District – two (2) members • Northwest District – two (2) members • Southeast District – two (2) members • Southwest District – two (2) members

Section 3The OCIE voting membership shall elect ten (10) At-Large members: • Two (2) members shall be Members At-Large • Two (2) members shall be Students At-Large • Six (6) members shall be Officers At-Large

Section 4A written protest to election results must be filed with the Election Committee within the time-frame established by the Election Committee.

OCIE Board of Directors Election Information

• At-Large Member• Student At-Large Member



Declaration of Candidacy

Deadline for Submission: December 4, 2017 — 3:00 p.m.

Name of Nominee:

Tribal Affiliation:

Place of Employment: Title:

Employment Address:

City/State/Zip:

Employment Phone: Employment Fax:

Home Address:

City/State/Zip:

Home Phone: E-mail:

Board Position Open (Check One):

Member At-Large Student At-Large

Return Declaration of Candidacy form to:Oklahoma Council for Indian Education c/o Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Dr. Crystal Moore, OCIE Election ChairAssistant Professor, EIL Department

Southeastern Oklahoma State University425 W. University Boulevard

Durant, OK 74701

Candidates filing for OCIE Board of Directors positions must adhere to the following: • 2017-2018 OCIE membership dues must be paid on or before submission of the Declaration of Candidacy form.• Candidates must submit a Declaration of Candidacy Form by December 4, 2017 – 3:00 p.m.• Candidates must adhere to procedures outlined in the OCIE election procedures.• If elected, candidates must attend the Board of Director’s meeting on December 5, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.



OKLAHOMA COUNCIL FOR INDIAN EDUCATION – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION_______ NEW MEMBER _______ RENEWAL

MEMBERSHIP TYPE: (PLEASE CHECK ONE)

Organizational $150 annual dues: Indian tribes and organizations 6-10 voting members Organizational $100 annual dues: Indian tribes and organizations 1-5 voting members Individual $25 annual dues: Indian voting privileges Student $10 annual dues: Indian undergraduate, voting privileges Special Student $5 annual dues: Indian, under 16, non-voting privileges Elder $5 annual dues: Indian, voting privileges (60 years and older)

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP: INDIVIDUAL, STUDENT, SPECIAL STUDENT & ELDER — Complete this portion

Name: _______________________________________ Tribal Affiliation: _____________________________________

School/Work Address: _______________________________________ City/State/Zip:_________________________

Home Address: ___________________________________________ City/State/Zip:___________________________ Phone: ___________________________ Email: _________________________________________________________

ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERSHIP: INDIAN TRIBES AND ORGANIZATIONS — Complete this portion

Name of Tribe/Organization: ________________________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________ City/State/Zip:__________________________________

Primary Contact Person(s): ________________________________ Title:_____________________________________

Phone: _________________ Fax:____________________ Email: ___________________________________________

Designated voter/representative:

1. Name: _________________________________ 6. Name:______________________________________

2. Name: _________________________________ 7. Name:______________________________________

3. Name: _________________________________ 8. Name:______________________________________

4. Name: _________________________________ 9. Name:______________________________________

5. Name: _________________________________ 10. Name:_____________________________________

Please return completed membership application with payment or purchase order to:Oklahoma Council for Indian Education

PO Box 2268Oklahoma City, OK 73101

If you are unable to attend the OCIE Conference, you can still become a member of our organization. Simply complete the OCIE membership form below:

SPONSORSHIP FORM

OKLAHOMA COUNCIL FOR INDIAN EDUCATIONPO Box 2268, Oklahoma City, OK 73101

http://oklahoma-ocie.org

Organization Name:

Contact Person:

Title:

Address:

City/State/Zip:

Phone:

Email:

Sponsorship Amount: $

Please include this form with your sponsorship check so that OCIE can acknowledge your contribution at our events.

Please send your sponsorship to:Oklahoma Council for Indian Education

Attn: Lucyann Harjo

PO Box 2268, Oklahoma City, OK 73101

Supporting OCIE = Supporting Indian StudentsTHANK YOU!!!

Thank you so much for your interest in sponsoring our student events!

For more information call: 405-366-5809

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