Hugo Schools JOM - Johnson O'Malley

JOM Supplies will be distributed at each site during Meet the Teacher.

Proof of ​enrollment will be required. If the student’s name is not on the current JOM list that is sent to us from Durant, proof of tribal membership is also required. Please note that the local JOM committee does not create the list and has no control over who is and isn’t on the list.

If you have not received ​proof of enrollment, it will be available at time of pick-up or other arrangements can be made to pick up supplies.

Hugo Elementary School - August 1st 4:30-6:00 @ Meet the Teacher

Hugo Intermediate School - August 1st 5:00-6:30 @ Meet the Teacher

Hugo Middle School - August 2nd 4:00-6:00 @ Meet the Teacher

Hugo High School - July 30th 8:00-3:00 @ Enrollment

We wish everyone a great school year!

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

CONGRATULATIONS to Nathaniel Wesley!

Nate was recognized for consistently being named to the Honor Roll throughout his high school career and placing in curriculum contests. He was also recognized for Top Three GPA for 2024 Hugo JOM Seniors.

Nate plans to attend Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

Great job, Nate!

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

Kyria McGee is excited to see what her future holds, and so are we! A former basketball and softball player, Kyria plans to pursue her artistic talents and her future plans include becoming certified as an esthetician and developing her photography business.

She is looking forward to graduation and her Senior trip.

Congratulations, Kyria!

https://www.eosc.edu/news/eastern-to-host-fourth-native-americans-who-code-summer-camp

Eastern to host fourth Native Americans Who Code summer camp | Eastern Oklahoma State College Students from local schools will participate in a four-day camp designed to spark interest in coding, computer science, engineering, web design, drones and robotics. Campers will visit the Choctaw drone facility near Daisy, Okla. to observe drones and assist with missions. The camp is for incoming 8...

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT!

Chisum Garrett has been active in the Auto Collision Technology program at Kiamichi Technology Center and recently earned his I-Car Non-Structural Analysis & Damage Repair Technician Pro Level 1 Certification and his I-Car Refinish Technician Pro Level 1 Certification!

Chisum plans to pursue gunsmith training after high school.

Congratulations, Chisum!!

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

Congratulations to Zachary Fuller! Zach has been a member of FFA for four years, serving as an officer for three years. He has been active in s***t competitions and FFA State Conventions. Zach has been on the Honor Roll his entire high school career and also played baseball for one year.

Zach was also recognized at the HHS JOM Senior Banquet for Top Three GPA.

Zachary plans to attend Southeastern Oklahoma State University and major in Business Management.

The art of beading has been a cherished tradition passed down through numerous generations among the Choctaw people. Despite evolving bead types and patterns over time, we continue to attribute significance and appreciation to the exquisite beauty and intricate craftsmanship involved in beadwork.

Historically, Choctaw women have been the primary practitioners of this art form. They skillfully crafted pieces that portrayed various aspects of Choctaw culture and beliefs. Learn more about traditional beading at bit.ly/3ZyyrRR.

Interested in studying abroad? Here's your chance with the Choctaw Ireland Scholarship Programme!

ELIGIBILITY:
- Be an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Interested in a one-year taught Masters degree
- Be accepted into University College Cork (UCC) in Ireland
- Interested in a degree from the College of Arts, Celtic Studies, and Social Sciences at UCC
- Have a valid passport

Don't wait! The deadline is quickly approaching!
- Apply for University College Cork by April 28th
- Appy for the Choctaw - Ireland Scholarship Programme by May 12th

For more information and to apply, visit our website at:
https://chahtafoundation.com/scholarships/choctawirelandscholarship/

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

La’Marcus Davis is an exceptional high school athlete. He played football for four years and received awards for New Comer, All Around Defensive Player, All Around Offensive Player, Co-Defensive Player of the Year, Best Safety, and several others. He also played basketball for four years, going to State on two occasions and receiving the MVP award. He played basketball with the Oklahoma Choctaw Travel Team for two years. La’Marcus also participated in Track for three years, competing at State two times. He played soccer and baseball as well.

LD, as he is known to friends and fans, would like to thank his family and friends who have helped him along the way. LD plans to join the workforce (oil field) or attend trade school (welding).

Congratulations, La’Marcus!

Hugo High School Native art!!

We apologize for the late notice, but JOM students at Hugo Elementary and Hugo Intermediate are eligible to receive up to $10 credit to use at the book fairs this week.

Each school has been provided an updated JOM student list from Choctaw Nation JOM in Durant. If your student is on the list, then he or she can charge up to $10. Please help us share the information.