Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy Upper Elementary students have been working hard to raise funds for their end of the year field trip to Santa Fe, N.M. Students gathered on Thursday, Dec. 22, in the Hall of Warriors to sell baked goods to employees and visitors of the Leonard C. Burch Building. Students made contributions by bringing cakes, cookies, and holiday themed desserts for the sale.

Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy Primary Teacher, Maethalia Yazzie shows off pastries available for purchase during the SUIMA Upper Elementary Coffee Fundraiser, proceeds will go to their end of the school year field trip to Santa Fe, N.M. students helped to sell coffee, hot chocolate, and breakfast pastries. Despite the cold weather, the students saw lots of support from tribal employees and raised a large amount for their trip.

Awaiting more customers, SUIMA staff and students take turns warming up and manning the table lined with a variety of goods to purchase. The Coffee Fundraiser was a big success, as students showed their dedication in raising money for their trip.

SUIMA Students warm up next to a propane heater and enjoy light snacks in between the waves of people stopping by to make a purchase or donation towards their end of the year field trip.

Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | SU Drum