Union Public Schools

A Title II Program - Johnson O'Malley Program

Susan Crowder

Susan Crowder
Director of Federal Programs  / Biography

It is our mission to provide our community of learners with educational opportunities to acquire and develop the best possible academic, vocational, recreational, social, and participatory skills, enabling them to become valued, contributing members of a changing global society.

Title VII Program

Title VII is a federally funded program through the Department of Education operating within the Office of Indian Education in Washington, D.C.   Funds go directly to local programs to meet academic, social, and cultural needs, as well as college and career planning.   All students of Native American descent are eligible to participate.   Eligibility does not consider income level.   Procedures for enrolling your school-age child as a recipient of the program begin with the completion of a Title VII Student Eligibility Certification Form (506), which may be obtained at the Education Service Center or any Union school.

Johnson O’Malley Program (JOM) Welcome to Union Public Schools

Johnson O’Malley is a federally funded program through the Bureau of Indian Affairs, office of Indian Education in Washington D.C.  Union’s Indian Education Program provides the operational support for JOM in subcontracts with Muscogee Creek Nation.  Funds provide academic tutoring, counseling, student fieldtrips, and cultural activities.  To be eligible for services under JOM, you must submit a copy of your child's tribal citizenship card.  Eligibility does not consider income level.     

Eligibility Paperwork:

  • The completion of a Title VII Student Eligibility Certification Form (506) qualifies the student for services under Title VII.
  • To qualify for Johnson O'Malley, you must submit a copy of your child's tribal citizenship card.
  • The following documents need to be on file in the Federal Programs office:
    • Option 1: 506 Form
    • Option 2: 506 Form, a copy of the student's tribal citizenship card.

Title VII and Johnson O'Malley Program (JOM) Services Provided

The Title VII and JOM programs are designed to assist American Indian students achieve to the same challenging standards expected of all students by supporting access to programs that meet their unique educational and culturally related academic needs.  Both programs are taught by highly qualified certified teachers and counselors.  Referrals are accepted by parents, teachers, counselors and students.

Services/assistance:

  • Tutoring in Reading and Math
  • College and Career Counseling – grades 6 - 12
  • Summer school tuition reimbursement (pre-approved)
  • Night school tuition reimbursement (pre-approved)
  • Fees for ACT/SAT testing reimbursement (pre-approved)
  • Academic/Cultural presentation and resources
  • Professional Development for teachers and counselors

Union’s Native American Program is administered by the Federal Grants office located at the Education Service Center, 8506 E. 61st Street. 

Parent Committee - Roles & Responsibilities

The Native American Education Program is governed by a Parent Committee. The Johnson-O'Malley and/or Title VII grant is designed and monitored by the Indian Education Committee (IEC). The Committee consists of parents of American Indian students enrolled in Union Public Schools. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at the Education Service Center. The involvement of the Parent Committee is vital to the administration of the education programs. The Director and Committee work together to meet the goals and objectives of the programs.

The roles and responsibilities of the Parent Committee are:

  • Establish the by-laws which detail responsibilities and authority in accordance with the Indian Education Act regulations.
  • Serve in an advisory/advocacy role to the Director.
  • Approve all program components and budgets.
  • Monitor program activities and budgets.
  • Ensure that educational and/or cultural needs of Indian students are addressed.

Native American Student Association (NASA)

The Native American Student Association is an organization which provides an opportunity for students in grades 8 – 12 to enhance their educational experiences through cultural diversity.   Membership is open to students of Native American descent, or to any student interested in Native American culture.