Hi ho   ne ho wa se   we ki ni
(Hello my good friend.)
"Procession Before War Dance", Ernest Spybuck    Credit: National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution (02/5735).
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is primarily located in the heart of central Oklahoma with approximately 4,760 members who live in all parts of the world as of December 31, 2025. Our tribal government complex is located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Our logo features Tecumseh, a Shawnee warrior and visionary leader, who worked to unite tribes in a common homeland where Indians could live under their own laws and leaders. He died in October 1813, in battle near the area of present day Thamesville, in Toronto, Canada. The LI-SI-WI-NWI in our logo means “Among the Shawnee”
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Weather Closures Jan. 23-Jan 27, 2026

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2026 AST Elders Council Meeting Schedule

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Tax Prep Services Start January 27, 2026

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Special Executive Committee Meeting

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Martin Luther King Jr Day Closure

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Registration open for 2026 AST Language Classes

We are so excited to announce that registration is now open for 2026 AST Language Classes. Make sure you sign up today and Ka si wi nwi to wa pa - Let's Speak Shawnee! Deadline to sign up is February 7, 2026. To sign up online, click here,  https://laserfiche.astribe.com/Forms/language-enrollment-form  Deadline to register is February 7 2026.
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2025 Enrolled AST Children's Christmas Gift Cards Applications Online

Applications for the 2025 Enrolled AST Children's Christmas Gift Cards are now available online. To qualify, your child MUST BE 0-17 years of age on or before 12/31/25 and enrolled AST. To apply, click here https://www.astribe.com/forms/childrens-christmas-25-gift-card For questions, please call 405.275.4030 x3501 or email, giftcardhelp@astribe.com. PLEASE NOTE - The AST website electronic application is the ONLY way to apply and kids MUST be enrolled AST.
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Weather Closures Jan. 23-Jan 27, 2026

DUE TO incoming inclement WEATHER, The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closing at 3 pm Friday, January 23, 2026 Closed all day Monday January 26, 2026 reopening 10 am Tuesday January 27, 2026
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2026 AST Elders Council Meeting Schedule

2026 AST ELDERS COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
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WIA Summer Youth Program

WIA Summer Youth Program
  • 14-18 years of age
  • Taking applications through June 1st, 2021
  • First come First serve
  • Must meet all WIA requirements
Applications can be found on the AST website under Governor/WIA
You may email completed applications and all documents to alvinab@astribe.com

American Rescue Plan

You May Be Eligible for a $0 Cost Health Plan Under the American Rescue Plan.
Help yourself, help your tribe and see if you will qualify for coverage that will provide you and your family with immediate access to specialized healthcare at no cost to you or your tribe.
Did you know? The American Rescue Plan (ARP), recently signed into law by President Biden, increases and expands eligibility for cost-savings programs under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in the form of premium cost assistance for individuals enrolled in Health Insurance Marketplace plans.

National Prevention Week Virtual Scavenger Hunt

 Join the Native Connections & SASP Grants in a free and virtual scavenger hunt for SAMHSA’s National Prevention Week happening May 9-15, 2021. To participate simply download the GooseChase App on your phone, enter the game code, and complete missions to tally up points for a chance to win prizes! This activity is open to ages 12-24 years old and each participant will receive a free t-shirt simply for participating.

Election Commission Seeking Alternates

SEEKING ALTERNATES FOR ELECTION COMMISSION
The Election Commission is seeking individuals to serve as alternates. Alternates must meet the requirements listed in the Election ordinance.
If you are interested, please submit your letter of interest to Election Commission Via E-mail Election.Commission@astribe.com
Once we receive your letter of interest, we will begin the process.

Phase 2 Begins May 10, 2021

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will move to Phase 2 Monday, May 10, 2021

OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Appointments must be made 24 hours in advance

405.275.4030

Masks are still required

College/Vocational Graduation Stole Request Form

 College/Vocational Graduation Stole Request Form
The Executive Committee will be sponsoring graduation stoles for 2021 College and Vocational graduates. The information you provide below will be used to contact you regarding where you would like your stole to be sent or scheduling a time for you to pick up a stole. Make sure the information is current. If it changes after you submit your form contact the Education Department immediately. We will not be responsible for lost stoles, stoles being sent to incorrect addresses, or the inability to schedule a pick up time.

Office of Representative Submissions Due May 7th, 2021

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is seeking qualified applicants to fill the vacancy of the OFFICE OF REPRESENTATIVE

Please submit letter of intent and resume to Office of Tribal Secretary,

2025 S Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, OK 74801
secretary@astribe.com

All applicants must be able to pass background checks from the election commission.

Deadline for submission is May 7, 2021

Regular Executive Committee Meeting

REGULAR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
Notice

The Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, in accordance with the Constitution, Article XVI, Section 3, 'Executive Committee Meetings " hereby calls and declares public notice that the REGULAR meeting of the Executive Committee of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

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