Date: February 06, 2023
First American youth looking for a summer program focusing on developing future opportunities can now submit their application for the Toksali SMART program. The Toksali (to work) SMART (Successful Mindsets with Attitude and Readiness for Tomorrow) program helps students, aged 14 to 21, develop productive work behaviors and increase workplace confidence in real-world environments. Participants will learn about financial literacy, occupational skills, leadership development and more while exploring career choices. Level II and III participants will have the opportunity to earn wages while performing on-the-job training and gaining work experience related to future goals and interests.
Eligibility requirements for this program are as follows:
- First-time applicant: Chickasaw citizen
- Returning applicants: Open to any member of a federally recognized tribe who participated in 2019 or prior, with Chickasaw preference given.
- Between the ages of 14 and 21 before beginning employment training
- Reside within the Chickasaw Nation
Summer training through Toksali SMART begins May 29, 2023.
To find the application and the complete list of required documentation, students should visit Chickasaw.net/ToksaliSMART. For additional information, please call (580) 310-9240.