SUIMA student, Osias Goodtracks hammers stakes into the ground helping to add the finishing touches of the tipi.

Darwin Whiteman Jr., Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Councilman, and his nephew Chazton Goodblanket visit the Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy (SUIMA) to teach the importance of the tipi and share their knowledge of erecting tipis. Whiteman Jr. gave encouraging words to all in attendance and gave a prayer for all the staff, students, and their families.