SUIMA students move up!

Thursday - June 1, 2023 by Fabian Martinez | The Southern Ute Drum
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Upper elementary student, Aeden Richards receives his certificate from Education Director, LaTitia Taylor.
Upper elementary student, Saniyya Valdez smiles as she receives a hug and certificate from Education Director, LaTitia Taylor.
SUIMA student, Niko Frost receives a vest as a gift for his accomplishment in transitioning to public school.
Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy (SUIMA) Infant Guide, Jared Ruybal sits with his son Nathan Ruybal and infant class during the SUIMA Transition Ceremony held on Friday, May 26 on the lawn by Tribal Council Chambers.
Southern Ute Education Director, LaTitia Taylor gives a certificate to SUIMA toddler student, Alina Watts.
Jr. Miss Southern Ute, Leandra Litz welcomes and gives congratulations to students and those in attendance at the SUIMA Transition.
Photo Credit: Fabian Martinez | SU Drum
Photo Credit: Fabian Martinez | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Fabian Martinez | SU Drum
Photo Credit: Fabian Martinez | SU Drum
Photo Credit: Fabian Martinez | SU Drum
Photo Credit: Fabian Martinez | SU Drum
Photo Credit: Fabian Martinez | SU Drum
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A warm and golden morning welcomed family members and friends in celebration of their Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy (SUIMA) students moving up into a new class or into the public schools on Friday, May 26 on the lawn by Tribal Council Chambers. Over 30 students transitioned from all levels within the SUIMA with classmates, parents and families cheering them on. An opening prayer was provided by Southern Ute Chairman, Melvin J. Baker and presentation of the colors by Southern Ute Veterans Association and Upper Elementary students with an honor song provided by Southern Ute Singers. SUIMA Principal, Mari Jo Owens, and Education Department Director, LaTitia Taylor gave welcoming remarks and handed out certificates to the transitioning students. Following the ceremony, SUIMA students began the annual tradition of walking to the Bear Dance grounds for the traditional dance’s opening.  

 

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