Last week Jones Academy students and staff celebrated Christmas with dinner and presents. Good food and good times were in abundance. Students opened their presents in a flurry. The addition of a 360 photobooth was a big hit. Yakoke to CNO Leadership, Chahta Foundation, UNITY Student Council and to all the Angels that blessed the kids with gifts.
Aim. Focus. Practice. 🏹 Our students hard at work learning archery for hunting. After some practice with crossbows last week, several students went hunting over the weekend. Yakoke Choctaw Nation Wildlife Conservation for the lessons and hunting trip.
Lots of sticky fingers and even more holiday joy! Our elementary boys did an amazing job decorating their gingerbread houses.
Rachel Ranallo from Kiamichi Tech had an awesome day talking career pathways and education options with our 5th & 6th graders! Students explored the 2025 viewbooks, watched the new McAlester campus preview, checked out the Construction Tech tiny home project, and completed an occupation survey.
Huge shoutout to Jessica Walker for bringing a “Survivor”-style relay game to help students learn about Kiamichi Tech programs—they loved it!
Proud of these curious, future-focused students!
Huge shoutout to Jessica Walker for bringing a “Survivor”-style relay game to help students learn about Kiamichi Tech programs—they loved it!
Proud of these curious, future-focused students!
The Jones Academy Esport teams wrapped up their fall season just in time for Thanksgiving break! 🦃🎮
Our players competed in several AAA titles throughout the season, facing off against numerous teams from across Oklahoma. They brought home some solid wins, took a few tough losses, and gained valuable experience every step of the way.
Win or lose, they showed heart, teamwork, and steady growth in every match. We’re proud of their dedication and can’t wait to see them come back even stronger next season. Great job, Warriors!
Our players competed in several AAA titles throughout the season, facing off against numerous teams from across Oklahoma. They brought home some solid wins, took a few tough losses, and gained valuable experience every step of the way.
Win or lose, they showed heart, teamwork, and steady growth in every match. We’re proud of their dedication and can’t wait to see them come back even stronger next season. Great job, Warriors!
Jones Academy Student Council enjoyed decorating a Christmas tree that showcases the school’s colors and spirit.
On Saturday, November 15, a group of our students traveled to Durant to attend the Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SOSU) tailgate and football game. The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma’s Freshman Year Initiative invited Jones Academy to join in on the university’s tailgate tradition, where our students enjoyed lunch before the game. SOSU’s Savage Storm football team faced rival East Central University and claimed a well-earned victory. After the game, our students wrapped up the day with a brief campus tour, giving them a glimpse of college life at SOSU.
Choctaw Nation College Connect 🎓
On Saturday, November 8th, we took 26 students to Durant, OK, to attend College Connect! Our students had the opportunity to meet with representatives from various colleges, universities, and military divisions. The day was filled with knowledge, fun, and connection as they learned more about the many paths available for their futures. It was a beautiful Saturday spent gaining insight, making connections, and enjoying time together!
On Saturday, November 8th, we took 26 students to Durant, OK, to attend College Connect! Our students had the opportunity to meet with representatives from various colleges, universities, and military divisions. The day was filled with knowledge, fun, and connection as they learned more about the many paths available for their futures. It was a beautiful Saturday spent gaining insight, making connections, and enjoying time together!
🎃✨ Red Ribbon Week + Halloween = A Double Dose of Fun & Awareness! 👻🎗️
Last week, our elementary students showed their commitment to making healthy choices during Red Ribbon Week — while celebrating Halloween safely and responsibly! 💪🍬
🧛♀️ Students dressed up in creative costumes and showed amazing school spirit!
🎃 We all remembered that the best kind of fun is the kind that keeps us safe, smart, and kind.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make it a fun week! ❤️
Last week, our elementary students showed their commitment to making healthy choices during Red Ribbon Week — while celebrating Halloween safely and responsibly! 💪🍬
🧛♀️ Students dressed up in creative costumes and showed amazing school spirit!
🎃 We all remembered that the best kind of fun is the kind that keeps us safe, smart, and kind.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make it a fun week! ❤️
🍬 Table or Treat 2025! 👻
Our annual Table or Treat was held in the Student Success Center on October 30, and it was a spooktacular success!
Students teamed up to create fun and festive Halloween tables filled with candy, prizes, and plenty of creativity. From spooky to silly, every table brought something special to our campus-wide celebration! 🕸️🧡
A big shoutout to our staff who joined in on the fun — costumes and all! It was truly a frightfully good time for everyone! 💀🍭
Our annual Table or Treat was held in the Student Success Center on October 30, and it was a spooktacular success!
Students teamed up to create fun and festive Halloween tables filled with candy, prizes, and plenty of creativity. From spooky to silly, every table brought something special to our campus-wide celebration! 🕸️🧡
A big shoutout to our staff who joined in on the fun — costumes and all! It was truly a frightfully good time for everyone! 💀🍭
🎢 Adventure Day! 🎢
The Little Boys Dorm hit the road to OKC on Friday, October 17th, for a fun day at Frontier City! It was a day full of laughter, excitement, and memories made. 🌟
The Little Boys Dorm hit the road to OKC on Friday, October 17th, for a fun day at Frontier City! It was a day full of laughter, excitement, and memories made. 🌟
🏃♂️ Cross Country Regionals Track Meet – Waurika 🏃♂️
Our students represented us well at the Regional Cross Country Meet in Waurika! We’re proud of their hard work and determination through the season.
👏Great job, runners — you’ve made us proud! 💪🌟
Our students represented us well at the Regional Cross Country Meet in Waurika! We’re proud of their hard work and determination through the season.
👏Great job, runners — you’ve made us proud! 💪🌟
Last week, students and staff from Jones Academy attended the AISES National Conference in Minneapolis, MN!
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society is dedicated to advancing educational and career opportunities for Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in STEM fields.
Throughout the event, our students took part in hands-on STEM activities, explored a wide range of STEM topics in breakout sessions, and connected with professionals and peers during networking opportunities. 💡🔬
They also visited the college and career fair, gaining insight into future educational and career paths. During some down time, students checked out the famous Mall of America and took in the sights of downtown Minneapolis.
The conference wrapped up with a closing banquet featuring a Hoop Dancing exhibition from the Sampson Brothers and a Pow Wow.
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society is dedicated to advancing educational and career opportunities for Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in STEM fields.
Throughout the event, our students took part in hands-on STEM activities, explored a wide range of STEM topics in breakout sessions, and connected with professionals and peers during networking opportunities. 💡🔬
They also visited the college and career fair, gaining insight into future educational and career paths. During some down time, students checked out the famous Mall of America and took in the sights of downtown Minneapolis.
The conference wrapped up with a closing banquet featuring a Hoop Dancing exhibition from the Sampson Brothers and a Pow Wow.
Proud of our students representing in the Hartshorne Homecoming Parade! 🎉 From our National Honor Society candidate to our talented football players, stickball players, and band members, each one showcased school spirit, pride, and teamwork. 💙🏈🎶 We’re so thankful to see our students shine in the community and celebrate together!
🏀 Jones Academy Warriors Elementary Hoops Update! 🏀
A huge round of applause for our Jones Academy Warriors Elementary Boys and Girls Basketball Teams who played their hearts out this week! 💙💛
From sharp passes to tough defense, these young Warriors gave it their all and showed what it means to play with pride, passion, and teamwork. 💪🔥
We’re so proud of the effort, sportsmanship, and Warrior spirit on full display. Keep pushing, keep growing — the season is just getting started! 🙌
A huge round of applause for our Jones Academy Warriors Elementary Boys and Girls Basketball Teams who played their hearts out this week! 💙💛
From sharp passes to tough defense, these young Warriors gave it their all and showed what it means to play with pride, passion, and teamwork. 💪🔥
We’re so proud of the effort, sportsmanship, and Warrior spirit on full display. Keep pushing, keep growing — the season is just getting started! 🙌
Our students had a fantastic time at Lazer Zone in Ada on Monday! From strikes to spares (and maybe a few gutter balls), it was all about fun, laughter, and spending time together. What a great way to kick off the week
Last Thursday, our Jones Academy UNITY Youth Council and members enjoyed an unforgettable night at the Cirque du Soleil tour in OKC! 🎪✨ Yakoke, to the Hartshorne Community Center and the Chahta Foundation for making this exciting experience possible!
Jones Academy students had the opportunity to take part in an artist workshop led by multi-talented artist and actor Dukon Harris!
Dukon shared his creative talents in painting, woodburning, and beading...and also spoke about his work in film, including his role as narrator and lead in the autobiography Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning, where he portrayed the legendary athlete.
A proud member of the Sac and Fox, Comanche, Choctaw, and Ponca Nations, Dukon brought a meaningful cultural perspective to the workshop, inspiring our students through both his art, life experiences, and storytelling.
Yakoke to Dukon Harris for sharing your gifts, and to the Chahta Foundation for sponsoring the event.
Dukon shared his creative talents in painting, woodburning, and beading...and also spoke about his work in film, including his role as narrator and lead in the autobiography Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning, where he portrayed the legendary athlete.
A proud member of the Sac and Fox, Comanche, Choctaw, and Ponca Nations, Dukon brought a meaningful cultural perspective to the workshop, inspiring our students through both his art, life experiences, and storytelling.
Yakoke to Dukon Harris for sharing your gifts, and to the Chahta Foundation for sponsoring the event.
Big day for our Jones Academy graduates! 🎉 On August 28, they moved into their dorms at Haskell Indian Nations University and are officially kicking off their freshman year. We’re so proud of them and can’t wait to see all the amazing things they’ll accomplish! 💙✨
Growing Hope Program
🌾✨ Students at Jones Academy put their science skills to the test with a garden scavenger hunt comparing our Earth-grown Choctaw heirloom seeds to those that traveled to space with NASA.
They made observations, collected samples, and shared predictions about which garden was the “space garden.” It was a powerful way to connect Choctaw heritage, hands-on learning, and space exploration all in one activity. 🚀🌱
🌾✨ Students at Jones Academy put their science skills to the test with a garden scavenger hunt comparing our Earth-grown Choctaw heirloom seeds to those that traveled to space with NASA.
They made observations, collected samples, and shared predictions about which garden was the “space garden.” It was a powerful way to connect Choctaw heritage, hands-on learning, and space exploration all in one activity. 🚀🌱
