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Announcement
Join our language team as a Learning Advocate and help preserve the Shawnee language! We are looking for passionate individuals to teach, learn, and share the beauty of our culture. Apply today! Email ASTlanguage@astribe.com for inquiries. #ShawneeLanguage #PreserveOurCulture #LanguageRevitalization
Meeting
Wed, 05/21/2025 - 10:00am
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday May 21, 2025 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 28th day of April 2025.
Announcement
AST Economic Development Survey Scan the QR code or click here,  https://www.astribe.com/forms/economic-development-survey
Meeting
Wed, 05/07/2025 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
AST 477 Parent Committee Meeting  May 7, 2025 6-7:30 PM AST Multi-Purpose Building 2029 James L Edwards Lane,Shawnee, OK 74801 Learn about the program & the parental rights to be engaged in your child's education. Meet other parents. Get your questions answered. Discuss important information. Attendees must be a parent or guardian of student(s) eligible for the AST 477 Youth Education Trianing services who attends one of our 11 school districts : Asher, Bethel, Dale, Earlsboro, Little Axe, Macomb, Maud, Noble, South Rock Creek, Tecumseh & Wanette. *Note: Youth not enrolled in one of the above listed school districts must get a letter from the other Tribal 477 Programs stating they are not otherwise being serviced to receive assistance. The 477 Program staff can assist you with who to contact to get this letter.  Call us at 405.878.4545.
Announcement
After School Program-Horseshoe Bend Accepting Applications •    ASP-HSB for school age children ages 5 years (Kinder) thru 12 years •    For AST Enrolled Children who attend North Rock Creeks Schools •    Summer Program Begins Soon •    Will be Open M-F, 7:30P-5:30P •    Closed when NRC is closed •    ASP-HSB is not DHS Licensed •    Snacks will be provided •    Accepting all children but AST and Native children with CDI B cards will have preference.  AST 477 Program is now taking waiting list applica­tions for the ASP-HSB which will begin soon for school age children who have completed Kinder­garten and up to age 12. This is for AST children who attend North Rock Creek Schools or live in the area. The program will be held at the new After School Program HSB building located at 46309 Garrett's Lake Road.  To request a waiting list application,  please Email:  ASTHSBAfterschool@astribe.com  If you have questions, please call LaNora Buswell at  405.275.4030
Announcement
AST High School Seniors College Scholarship Entry Form AllNations Bank is providing one (2) $500 scholarships to AST high school seniors. The information you provide below will be used to contact you regarding your entry. You will be notified if your name has been selected and we will schedule a time for you to take a photo to be placed in the AST Newsletter and on the Tribe’s media outlets. The scholarship check will be issued directly to the school the student attends. Name:                                                                                                                   Address: Phone:                                                                                                                  Email:                                                                                                                   Required documents: Tribal Enrollment Card Copy (must be the updated card) Submit forms via fax, email, mail, or at the Education drop box on the AST Shawnee Complex. DEADLINE: RECEIVED BY MAY 16, 2025 AT 5:00 PM CDT Education Department 2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive Shawnee, OK 74801 405.275.4030 Ext 3533 405.273.7938 (fax) tresham@astribe.com
Announcement
Check out the Virtual Dementia Tour: (2025) Insight from Amanda Hoon, GLITEC Click here to watch the video, https://www.asthealth.org/seeking-hope  
Announcement
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Friday, April 18, 2025 for Good Friday.
Announcement
2025 Summer Internship Are you a Native American student who is seeking a future in a healthcare related field? Available internships - 12 internships positions Date range - June 2 - July 25th (8 week program) Hours - An average of 20 hours a week Pay - $13 per hour ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Must be Native American (AST Preferred) with a valid CDIB card Current GPA of 3.0 or above preferred Must be a High School Senior (Class of 2025) or current College/Vo-Tech student Must be between the age of 18-24 years old Must be available Monday - Friday 8a-5p, there may be some evenings and weekends  Must be available the first two weeks of the internship HOW TO APPLY Applications can be found on the AST Tribal Website at ASTRIBE.COM or ASTHEALTH.ORG under “Employment” or “Careers”. Please submit a cover letter and resume along with the employment application found on the website. QUESTIONS If you have any questions about the application or need assistance please contact AST Health Human Resources at 405.701.7638. APPLICATION DEADLINE APRIL 30 2025
Meeting
Thu, 04/24/2025 - 6:30pm
Absentee Shawnee Tribe Youth Public Safety Club Meeting Date: April 24, 2025 at 6:30 pm Open to all youth ages 10-18 Meal will be provided (RSVP by April 18th) BIA Fire Prevention Presentation/Activity Drawing for door prizes Brendle Corner 19200 E Robinson Street, Norman, OK (Located off Highway 9, just East of 192nd) Contact: Tribal Youth Programs- Shayanne Fixico- sfixico@astribe.com Blake Goodman- bgoodman@astribe.com TYP Cell 405.617.6231. Transportation: Tecumseh//Shawnee area youth will be picked up at AST Complex in Multi-Purpose Building parking lot @ 6:00pm SHARP. We will return to the complex @ 8:00pm. If needed, we can provide a ride home for Little Axe area youth.
Announcement
AST 477 Summer Youth Employment Program 8-week program starting June 2nd, 2025 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm • On the job training • Resume help • Job application help • Interview skills • Customer service * For ages 14-24 only * Must have a current Tribal Enrollment Card * Must be a 477 participant Applications will be accepted until May 2nd, 2025. *Limited spots available* For more information or questions, please call Melinda Ferrell, 477 Outreach Coordinator, 405.878.4545 or 477program@astribe.com
Meeting
Wed, 04/16/2025 - 10:00am
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday April16 2025 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 31st day of March 2025.
Meeting
Sat, 04/26/2025 - 10:00am
94th SEMI-ANNUAL GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA ON SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M. AT AST MULTI-PURPOSE BUILDING, SHAWNEE, OK DATED THIS 19TH DAY OF MARCH 2025
Announcement
Hands of Hope Project  April 14-30, 2025 10 am - 2 pm ICW Office 1318 E Independence Shawnee, OK Add your handprint to our community display symbolizing your commitment to protecting our children    
Event
Sat, 05/03/2025 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
AST 477 Class of 2025 Graduation Banquet Join us for an afternoon of celebration at our graduation banquet Saturday May 3, 2025 2-4 pm,  AST Multi-Purpose Blvd, 2029 James L Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK 74801 Banquet is ONLY for AST & Active 477 Participants that Graduated from High School, College or Vocational School. Graduate will be allowed to bring ONLY two guests. (Please RSVP to attend) Please dress in business or traditional attire. Those in attendance will receive a graduation gift. Please RSVP before April 18, 2025 405.878.4545, ask for Shawna Spoon Submit a photo of your graduate to 477program@astribe.com to include in slideshow!  Deadline to submit photo is April 25, 2025.
Announcement
AST  - Vision Zero - Safer Streets Saves Lives Survey B A C K G R O U N D : The Absentee Shawnee Tribe was awarded a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) planning grant from the United States Department of Transportation for the creation of a Safety Action Plan (SAP). The goal of the SAP is to reduce and eliminate serious injuries and fatal crashes on roadways in the Absentee Shawnee Tribe SAP study area by identifying roadway safety problems and roadway locations with the most significant safety risks.  W E  N E E D  Y O U R  I N P U T ! Y O U R  F E E D B A C K  W I L L : Help identify unsafe roadways. Help create safer roadways. Help achieve the eventual goal of zero roadway fatalities and serious injuries.  FO R  M O R E  I N F O R M A T I O N  A B O U T  T H E  A S T  S A P  I N I T I A T I V E , V I S I T : A R C G . I S / G 5 D 8 E
Announcement
2025 ELDERS COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Elders Officers Term: 2023 to 2025 President: Twila Parker -  Cell 405.229.8052 Vice President: Audrey Dodds  - Cell 405.593.5987 Treasurer: Charlotte Ellis  - Cell 405.620.4091 Secretary: Shirley Adkins  - Cell 405.778.9353  
Event
Sat, 04/05/2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
  Hello everyone! It’s that time of year! Our Annual 2025 Easter Event! Join us for a morning full of activities and fun! 10am – 12pm at the Multipurpose building PLEASE BRING AN EASTER BASKET FOR THE EGG HUNTS If you have any questions please reach out to: Alexas Rosales 405.275.4030 Ext: 3641
Announcement
Spring Break Melokami Youth Camp   OPEN TO ALL YOUTH 6-12th grade, space is limited. Location - Brendle Corner, 19200 E Robinson Street, Norman, OK Date/Time - March 17-21, 2025, 9 am to 4 pm Transportation - Tecumseh, Shawnee area youth will be picked up at the AST Complex at 8:30 SHARP. We will return to the complex at 4:30 Sign-Ups - Youth must be signed up by Friday, March 14. Contact information: Blake Goodman: bgoodman@astribe.com Shay Fixico: sfixico@astribe.com TYP Cell 405.617.6231.  
Meeting
Wed, 03/19/2025 - 10:00am
The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, “Executive Committee Meetings” here by calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday March 19 2025 at 10 AM at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Misty McGirt, Tribal Secretary Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma Dated this 25th day of February 2025.

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