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Financial assistance provding a payment for one (1) college application fee or financial assistance provding a payment for one (1) ACT or one (1) SAT testing fee for college admissions.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
College Application, SAT or ACT Fee
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 9 -12
Activity dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Enrollment dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25

Provide Culturally Relevant Supplemental Counseling. The Counseling service will be one of the following: Individual Counseling, Talking Circles with students only and/or Talking Circles with students and parents.
Elohim Mental Health Services PLLC
Individual Counseling Sessions
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Enrollment dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Talking Circles - Students & Parents
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 4 -9
Activity dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Enrollment is not yet open
Talking Circles - Students ONLY
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 6 -9
Activity dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Enrollment is not yet open

This service will provide Educational Kits or Supplies for American Indian students attending Robeson Community College for College and Career Promise (CCP) courses. CCP provides apprenticeships and training programs that lead to industry certifications or college enrollment. The kits or supplies will be provided to the Public Schools of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, and Scotland County students enrolled at RCC in the CCP classes. These materials may be needed for, but not limited to the following courses that lead to a certificate or class credit: cosmetology, EMT, welding, CNA, ect.
Robeson Community College
Educational Kits
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 9 -12
Activity dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Enrollment dates: 10/17/24 to 09/30/25

A means to guide the student and their Parent/Guardian in the selection of appropriate Robeson Community College (RCC) Career and College Promise (CCP) courses. Provides assistance with the selection and purchase of the correct CCP textbooks. Robeson Community College. Staff will share additional information concerning upcoming opportunities for registration of courses and certifications. Enrollment opportunities for college transfer students and potential community college students will be discussed.
Robeson Community College
RCC Textbook Navigation 2024-25
   
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 9 -12
Activity dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Enrollment dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25

This service will provide American Indian Students with Technology Materials that are needed for educational purposes, college classes, CCP classes at RCC, camp participation and other programs offered through this grant. These materials may include but are not limited to the following: Hardware (computer, headphones and/or microphones) required/needed for academics, certification courses, classes or programs student is enrolled in Software (computer programs) required/needed for academics, certification courses, classes or programs student is enrolled in Materials that are necessary for the participation and success in courses, camps and programs. Educational materials will remain within the budget allotted by the program and the materials should match those typically used or provided by the school system.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Technology Materials 2024-25
    Technology Hardware & Software
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 10/01/24 to 09/30/25
Enrollment dates: 10/01/24 to 01/30/25

This service is designed to provide students with a culturally relevant Tutoring Program. Tutoring services will be provided to students in grades K-12th within the Lumbee Tribal Service Area. Students may request assistance in Math, Reading, or Science. Project IndigeCHOICE will provide seven tutoring sessions throughout the grant year (10.01.2024 - 09.30.2025). According to grant guidelines, parents may choose ONLY one tutoring session per grant year. Please choose the ONE session that you think would best fit the needs of your child.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Tutoring 2024-25
    Session 1 Reading, Math, or Science 10/07/2024 - 11/08/2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 10/07/24 to 11/08/24
Enrollment is not yet open
Tutoring 2024-25
    Session 2 Reading, Math, or Science 01/06/2025 - 02/07/2025
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 01/06/25 to 02/07/25
Enrollment dates: 09/03/24 to 09/30/24
Tutoring 2024-25
    Session 3 Reading, Math, or Science 02/17/2025 - 03/21/2025
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 02/17/25 to 03/21/25
Enrollment dates: 09/03/24 to 11/07/24
Tutoring 2024-25
    Session 4 Reading, Math, or Science 03/31/2025 - 05/09/2025
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 03/31/25 to 05/09/25
Enrollment dates: 09/03/24 to 03/21/25
Tutoring 2024-25
    Session 5 Reading, Math, or Science 05/19/2025 - 06/20/2025
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 05/19/25 to 06/20/25
Enrollment dates: 09/03/24 to 05/09/25
Tutoring 2024-25
    Session 6 Reading, Math, or Science 06/30/2025 - 08/01/2025
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 06/30/25 to 08/01/25
Enrollment is not yet open
Tutoring 2024-25
    Session 7 Reading, Math, or Science 08/11/2025 - 09/12/2025
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 08/11/25 to 09/12/25
Enrollment is not yet open

Provide Culturally Relevant Supplemental Counseling. The Counseling service will be one of the following: Individual Counseling, Talking Circles with students only and/or Talking Circles with students and parents.
Elohim Mental Health Services PLLC
Individual Counseling Sessions
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24
Enrollment dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24
Talking Circles - Students & Parents
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 4 -9
Activity dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24
Enrollment is not yet open
Talking Circles - Students ONLY
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 6 -9
Activity dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24
Enrollment is not yet open

Deep Roots, Strong Ties: A Day of Indigenous Excellence will be held on Nov. 6, 2023. Students will hear motivational speakers Amber Midthunder, an Indigenous actress known for her role in the FX series Legion and who also starred as Naru in the 2022 film, Prey as well as Angelique Midthunder, the Emmy-nominated casting director, Midthunder Casting, LLC and mother of Amber Midthunder. You will enjoy a cultural celebration and have the opportunity to have social and academic networking. Additionally, the program will provide college admission prep sessions that will assist you in the admission process at most colleges you may apply for. Lunch will be provided. Come join us for a fun, informative day of Indigenous Excellence!
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Deep Roots, Strong Ties College Day ~ November 6, 2023
   
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 9 -12
Activity dates: 09/04/23 to 11/07/23
Enrollment dates: 09/12/23 to 11/07/23

This service provides American Indian students a choice of Summer, Afterschool, or Saturday Camps that are culturally related or are supported by evidence that suggests the services have a positive effect on relevant education. On the application, select among Summer Residential or Day Camps, Afterschool or Saturday Camps.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Day Camps All Sports Camp II (July 15 - 19, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -4
Activity dates: 07/15/24 to 07/19/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 04/01/24
Day Camps All Sports Camp I (July 8 - 12, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -4
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 04/01/24
Day Camps Jr. Braves Camp I (June 10 - 14, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -1
Activity dates: 06/10/24 to 06/14/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 04/30/24
Day Camps Jr. Braves Camp II (June 17 - 21, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 2 -4
Activity dates: 06/17/24 to 06/21/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 04/30/24
Day Camps Life by the River (June 10 - 14, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -2
Activity dates: 06/10/24 to 06/14/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 04/01/24
Native Young Visionary Women (June 10 - 14, 2024) Native Young Visionary Women (June 10 - 14, 2024)
 
Eligible: Girls - 24-25 gr 5 -7
Activity dates: 06/10/24 to 06/14/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 06/06/24
RCC Day Camps Brick Flick LegoMania, July 8 - 12, 2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 5 -7
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 03/01/24 to 05/24/24
RCC Day Camps Camp STEMtastic-Open up your STEM Imagination July 8 - 12, 2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 2 -3
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 03/01/24 to 07/10/24
RCC Day Camps Don't Just Dream: Rewarding STEM Careers July 8 - 12, 2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 8 -11
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 03/01/24 to 07/09/24
RCC Day Camps Nature's Hideaway July 8 - 12, 2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 6 -9
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 03/01/24 to 05/19/24
RCC Day Camps Protecting The Only Land We Know- July 8 - 12, 2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 4 -5
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 03/01/24 to 05/24/24
RCC Day Camps Roaming Researchers July 8-12, 20224
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -1
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 03/01/24 to 07/09/24
RCC Day Camps Video Gaming July 8 - 12, 2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 7 -9
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 03/01/24 to 05/19/24
Residential Summer Camps (rising 9th - 12th graders) Aviation: Earth and Beyond Camp (July 8 - 12, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 8 -11
Activity dates: 07/08/24 to 07/12/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 06/14/24
Residential Summer Camps (rising 9th - 12th graders) Discovering D.C. with Indigenous STEM: July 26 – August 2, 2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 9 -11
Activity dates: 07/26/24 to 08/02/24
Enrollment dates: 03/06/24 to 04/30/24
Residential Summer Camps (rising 9th - 12th graders) Finding Your Roots: From Roanoke to Robeson (June 24-28, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 8 -11
Activity dates: 06/24/24 to 06/28/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 06/22/24
Residential Summer Camps (rising 9th - 12th graders) NCNAYO (June 19 - 23, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 8 -11
Activity dates: 06/19/24 to 06/23/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 04/23/24
Residential Summer Camps (rising 9th - 12th graders) Understanding Your Environment (June 17-21, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 8 -11
Activity dates: 06/17/24 to 06/21/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 06/14/24
University Tours (June 12 - 13, 2024) University Tours (June 12 - 13, 2024)
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 8 -11
Activity dates: 06/12/24 to 06/13/24
Enrollment dates: 02/27/24 to 05/31/24

A means to guide the student and their Parent/Guardian in the selection of appropriate Robeson Community College (RCC) Career and College Promise (CCP) courses. Provides assistance with the selection and purchase of the correct CCP textbooks. Robeson Community College. Staff will share additional information concerning upcoming opportunities for registration of courses and certifications. Enrollment opportunities for college transfer students and potential community college students will be discussed.
Robeson Community College
RCC Textbook Navigation 2023-24
   
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 9 -12
Activity dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24
Enrollment dates: 10/01/23 to 11/07/24

Students enrolled in CCP Classes at Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) who must have a textbook can apply for payment for the textbook. The student should not make payment for textbook. The tribal staff will approve payment and send payment to FTCC. The student will receive an email or text when payment is approved. IMPORTANT: Project IndigeCHOICE may only pay for textbook(s) for Native students enrolled in CCP courses in Cumberland County Schools or Native students from Hoke, Robeson, or Scotland counties who are enrolled in CCP courses in a private school or being homeschooled. Documentation of enrollment will be required for participation in textbook services.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Textbook for CCP Classes Fayetteville Tech CC & RCC 2023-24
   
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr 9 -12
Activity dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24
Enrollment dates: 10/01/23 to 08/30/24

This service is for students attending Robeson Community College, who are in enrolled in a CCP class, and are requesting assistance with selecting the correct course and textbook. Robeson Community College staff and admission office will assist in Navigation.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Textbook Navigation for RCC 2023-24
   
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Pre-K -HS Grad
Activity dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24
Enrollment dates: 10/01/23 to 09/30/24

This service is designed to provide students with a culturally relevant Tutoring Program. Tutoring services will be provided to students in grades K-12th within the Lumbee Tribal Service Area. Students may request assistance in Math, Reading, or Science. Project IndigeCHOICE will provide seven tutoring sessions throughout the grant year (10.01.2023 - 09.30.2024). According to grant guidelines, parents may choose ONLY one tutoring session per grant year. Please choose the ONE session that you think would best fit the needs of your child.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Tutoring 2023-24
    Session 1 Reading, Math, or Science 10/09/2023 - 11/10/2023
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 10/09/23 to 11/10/23
Enrollment dates: 09/06/23 to 09/26/23
Tutoring 2023-24
    Session 2 Reading, Math, or Science 01/08/2024 - 02/09/2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 01/08/24 to 02/09/24
Enrollment dates: 09/06/23 to 01/09/24
Tutoring 2023-24
    Session 3 Reading, Math, or Science 02/19/2024 - 03/22/2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 02/19/24 to 03/22/24
Enrollment dates: 09/06/23 to 02/04/24
Tutoring 2023-24
    Session 4 Reading, Math, or Science 04/01/2024 - 05/03/2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 04/01/24 to 05/03/24
Enrollment dates: 09/06/23 to 03/19/24
Tutoring 2023-24
    Session 5 Reading, Math, or Science 05/27/2024 - 06/28/2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 05/27/24 to 06/28/24
Enrollment dates: 09/06/23 to 05/03/24
Tutoring 2023-24
    Session 6 Reading, Math, or Science 06/24/2024 - 07/26/2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 06/24/24 to 07/26/24
Enrollment dates: 09/06/23 to 06/14/24
Tutoring 2023-24
    Session 7 Reading, Math, or Science 08/05/2024 - 09/06/2024
 
Eligible: 24-25 gr Kgtn -12
Activity dates: 08/05/24 to 09/06/24
Enrollment dates: 09/06/23 to 07/26/24




Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
IndigeChoice

Creating Helpful Options to Integrate Culture and Education

Project IndigeCoice is a five-year United States Department of Education grant, awarded to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina to serve American Indian students. The Assessing Choices in Education (ACE) grant was designed to allow the Lumbee Tribe to set up a variety of education options and services from which parents or students can choose. The grant will begin providing services and programs October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2025.
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina