Johnson-O’Malley (JOM) Program

Supplemental cultural and academic enrichment for K-12 students in public and tribal schools. Funds tutoring, cultural activities, school supplies, and field trips.

AvailableCounty

Operated byTribal

Who qualifies

Any enrolled tribal citizen

Enrolled members of any federally recognized tribe, grades K-12, in schools participating in JOM.

How to apply

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Contact Cherokee Nation Education Services for enrollment steps at your child's school.

Where it's available

14-county Cherokee Nation reservation in northeastern Oklahoma

Tahlequah, OK

Get in touch

Phone918-453-5000 Websitewww.cherokee.org/all-services/education-services/johnson-o-malley-program Emaileducation@cherokee.org

OfficeTahlequah, OK

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Johnson-O’Malley (JOM) Program

Supplemental cultural and academic enrichment for K-12 students in public and tribal schools. Funds tutoring, cultural activities, school supplies, and field trips.

Who's eligible

Any Enrolled Tribal Member

Enrolled members of any federally recognized tribe, grades K-12, in schools participating in JOM.

Where it's offered

County

14-county Cherokee Nation reservation in northeastern Oklahoma

Location:

Tahlequah, OK

How to apply

Contact Cherokee Nation Education Services for enrollment steps at your child's school.

PDF Download In-Person

Last verified against the official source on 2026-05-05.