Kaw Nation · EDUCATION
KNES Tutoring Program (Johnson O’Malley)
KNES tutors visit schools and offer support in any subject area, delivered through the tribe’s Johnson O’Malley program. KNES also runs college readiness support including a summer internship program, concurrent enrollment assistance, and career and job information, and rewards students for keeping up their GPA and school attendance.
Who's eligible
Any Enrolled Tribal Member Geographic
KNES states plainly: "KNES programs are available to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe within our service area" — Kaw Nation citizenship is not required. Programs are for Pre-K through 12th grade students enrolled in public schools within the Kaw Nation service area who are enrolled members of a federally recognized tribe.
Where it's offered
County
The KNES page gives two different answers and both are reported here. Its "WHAT AREAS DO WE COVER?" section lists five towns — Blackwell, Kildare, Newkirk, Peckham, and Ponca City — while the About section says KNES exists "to serve the people of the Kaw Nation and Native Americans in Kay County." All five towns are in Kay County, but a five-town list is narrower than the county, so no structured county area is attached — confirm your address with KNES at (580) 749-5420.
Location:
2225 N. Union St., Ponca City, OK 74601
How to apply
Fill out the KNES application form — online through the link on the KNES page, by email, or in person at the KNES offices in Ponca City. The office reviews the application and contacts you once it is reviewed. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Online Form Email In-Person
Contact
Phone: (580) 749-5420
Email: dirkhdd@kawnation.gov
Last verified against the official source on 2026-09-07.