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The Enrollment Office will be closed for training on Thursday October 27 from 10 am - 3 pm. During this time, they will not be able to respond to phone calls, emails or take walk-ins.
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE-Virtual Link Date: October 18, 2022 Hearing Date: October 18, 2022 at 6:00pm Location: AST Health Multipurpose Building, 2029 James L. Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK 74801 and Virtually (See below.) Purpose: The purpose of this public hearing is to allow public comments relating to the draft AST 102-477 plan. The final Plan will be submitted to the P.L. 102-477 for the approval of the plan to be used for the plan period 1/1/2023-12/31/2025. The public is encouraged to attend this meeting to give feedback on the draft plan and this input will be considered when completing the final AST 102-477 Plan. Items of interest to be discussed will include the following:  Employment, Education and Training Services  Enhance the Quality of Child Care If anyone who wishes to comment but cannot attend the public hearing, they may do so by sending a letter to the AST CCDF Programs address or email astchildcare@astribe.com. Copies of the draft AST 102-477 Plan can be requested prior to the hearing from ASTChildCare@astribe.com or by calling 405.275.4030. Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/BrianaPonkilla You can also dial in using your phone. United States: 669.224.3412 Access Code: 754-227-813 Join from a video-conferencing room or system. Dial in or type: 67.217.95.2 or inroomlink.goto.com Meeting ID: 754 227 813 Or dial directly: 754227813@67.217.95.2 or 67.217.95.2##754227813 Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://meet.goto.com/install For further information about this notice or the AST 102-477 Plan, please contact Briana Ponkilla, CCDF Coordinator, Briana.ponkilla@astribe.com or Twyla Blanchard, Self-Governance Director, twylab@astribe.com or 405.275.4030.
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AST Veterans Association Raffle Tickets for sale - $1 per ticket Winners will be announced Nov. 5 at the Bingo for Dementia Prevention  Multi-Purpose Bldg 2029 James L Edwards Lane Shawnee, OK To purchase tickets, please call Twila Parker at 405.229.8052 Prizes are 3 pairs of Manitoba Moccasins; Pendleton Blanket & Ninja Air Fryer & Grill  
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AST CCDF Child Care Assistance ARPA Stabilization Subgrants for Family Home Providers Apply Now - We are now accepting applications for ARP Act Stabilization Subgrants for Family Home Providers who were open on March 11, 2021. Please contact us for details. Subgrant period - Nov. 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023 For more information visit the link - www.astribe.com/child-care For more information email - astchildcare@astribe.com    
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NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED, FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED PROBATE SEMINAR, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2022 11 AM - 1 PM AST MULTI-PURPOSE BLDG, 2029 JAMES L EDWARDS LN, SHAWNEE, OK A seminar to go over the steps to avoid probate. This will not be setting up probate or helping anyone setup things to avoid probate. LEGAL CLINIC  THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2022 & THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2022 1- PM - 4:30 PM AST COURTROOM, 2025 S GORDON COOPER DR, SHAWNEE, OK To help Tribal Members fill out forms & answer basic legal questions. Attorneys will not be writing up orders or petitions FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AST COURT AT 405.275.4030 EXT 6336 OR 6241  
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The AST Indian Child Welfare is accepting applications for Christmas assistance. Application deadline is Friday, October 14th. 3 ways to apply: Online - www.astribe.com In-person - 105 N Kimberly, Shawnee, OK Email - ICW@astribe.com Note: As part of the application process you may be asked to provide copies of documentation. In order to expedite your visit, you can download the form here and print a paper copy.  
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THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2022 IN OBSERVANCE OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY
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ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE Lady’s Ribbon Skirt Contest for Native American Heritage Month AST members only Adult Category (18 & up) Youth Category (17 & under) 1 entry per submission Send brief description of skirt submission along with contact phone number Send photo entry and information to: secretary@astribe.com Entries due Friday, October 28th by 5:00 P.M. Winners will be announced on Friday, November 18th.
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Date:  September 28, 2022 Hearing Date:  October 18, 2022 at 6:00pm Location:  AST Health Multipurpose Building, 2029 James L. Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK 74801 Purpose:  The purpose of this public hearing is to allow public comments relating to the draft AST 102-477 plan.  The final Plan will be submitted to the P.L. 102-477 for the approval of the plan to be used for the plan period 1/1/2023-12/31/2025.  The public is encouraged to attend this meeting to give feedback on the draft plan and this input will be considered when completing the final AST 102-477 Plan.  Items of interest to be discussed will include the following: Employment, Education and Training Services Enhance the Quality of Child Care If anyone who wishes to comment but cannot attend the public hearing, they may do so by sending a letter to the AST CCDF Programs address or email astchildcare@astribe.com.  Copies of the draft AST 102-477 Plan can be requested prior to the hearing from ASTChildCare@astribe.com or by calling 405.275.4030. This notice will be posted at the following locations and resources: Absentee Shawnee Building Blocks CDC- Shawnee, OK Absentee Shawnee Building Blocks CDC- Little Axe, OK Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex Building #1 Reception Area, Shawnee, OK Absentee Shawnee Tribe Health Clinic, Shawnee and Norman, OK   Absentee Shawnee Tribe Shawnee After School Program- Shawnee, OK Absentee Shawnee Tribe Website- www.astribe.com           For further information about this notice or the AST 102-477 Plan, please contact Briana Ponkilla, CCDF Coordinator, Briana.ponkilla@astribe.com or Twyla Blanchard, Self-Governance Director, twylab@astribe.com or 405.275.4030.
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday, September 5, 2022 in observance of Labor Day.
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AST Workforce Development & Career Initiative  Pilot Program Now accepting applicants! MUST be an AST member to apply! *limited spots available* Three-year program including training with Moore Norman Technology Center or Gordon Cooper Technology Center For more information & application: Connor Edwards, Workforce  Project Coordinator Phone - 405.275.4030 ext 6439 connore@astribe.com
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INDIGENOUS YOUTH  CAREER ENGAGEMENT Informational Webinar & Discussion Join us for a virtual introduction to USDA Land Management Careers SEPTEMBER 14–15, 2022 1130 ET – 1700 ET AUDIENCE: Native American college students  Tribal & Non-Tribal College Advisors & Faculty Staff  Tribal Organization Program Managers Learn to Navigate the Opportunities!
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The AST After School Program is hiring van drivers. The positions are part-time when school is in session. Click here to apply, https://www.astribe.com/employment
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School supply assistance Eligibility AST tribal members K-8th grade, ages 5-12 years Live in Oklahoma, Cleveland & McClain counties Children attending school districts in these counties that are not serviced by AST JOM are eligible AST tribal members who utilize CCDF Child Care Assistance are automatically eligible. Non-CCDF children must complete an application, provide copy of CDIB card & school enrollment verification. Contact AST CCDF School Age Children : please email child & parent's names & copy of school supply list to ASTCHILDCARE@astribe.com Non-CCDF Eligible School Age Children - request application by emailing, AST CHILDCARE@astribe.com or call 405.445.6000 Applications call also be picked by at AST Building Blocks locations. Return applications and supporting documents to the email address above. AST CCDF Program will coordinate with families regarding distrubution of school supplies.
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday August 8, 2022 in observance of AST Day.  
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Today, July 5, 2022, the Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Program is accepting applications again!!! Please complete the qualifier section to determine program eligibility (before proceeding to the full application). Please read all provided information, if you have additional questions, please call 405.275.4030 ext 6446 or 6440 or email HAF@astribe.com To start the qualifier section, click here, https://www.astribe.com/forms/Homeowners-Assistance-Fund-Program
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe (AST) is in the process of developing a transportation safety plan and is requesting information from the tribal community. You can contribute to the development of this transportation safety plan by completing this survey. This survey will take about 10 minutes to complete. Your answers will help identify where transportation safety improvements are needed most. Thank you for your participation. Click here to start the survey,  https://link.zixcentral.com/u/697f06f1/_sMffBT47BGSC9v-hnsoMg?u=https%3A%2F%2Flp.constantcontactpages.com%2Fsv%2F2aUe765%2FASTtransportationsafety
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of Independence Day.
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CLOSURE NOTICE - The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will close at 12 pm Friday, July 1, 2022 for the AST Employee Appreciation Event.
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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed Monday, June 20, 2022 in observance of Juneteenth Day.

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