Ute language, the cornerstone of the Academy
With the annual Tribal Christmas dinner happening on Saturday, we hope the skit that will be performed will showcase the growth that has happened this year in terms of the Ute language.
As the Ute language is the cornerstone of our school, the SUIMA staff works diligently to keep the culture and traditions in the forefront of all that we do.
Every morning we begin with daily announcements and menu being said in the Southern Ute Language which are followed by the broadcast of the Flag Song over our PA System. Throughout the day, Ute Language lessons are taught formally and, more often, in random teachable moments. Walking into the upper elementary level, visitors and staff are greeted by the students using their Ute language.
We’ve also had the opportunity to revive our Eagle Wing drum group with the help of the Fort Lewis College drum group as an energetic bunch of boys – young and old – meet every Wednesday evening.
Through all of this, we are committed to helping our students learn where they come from and help them become strong in their heritage.
Reminders
Eagle Wing Drum Group, with support from the Fort Lewis College Drum Group, meets on Wednesday evenings from 5 to 6p.m. in the Ute language class.
Parent Advisory Group
The next PAG meeting will be Dec. 19 from 6 to 7p.m. via Zoom. These meetings are typically held every third Tuesday of the month.
Family Nights
The December Family Night will be held on Dec. 20 in the dining hall. Plan on joining us for an evening of decorating Christmas stockings. Dinner will be served.
Events for November and December
- Early Release at 2p.m. every Friday!
- Dec. 16: Tribal Christmas program
- Dec. 19: PAG via Zoom
- Dec. 20: Upper Elementary Bake Sale
- Dec. 20: Family Night, 5:30pm-7pm
- Dec. 22 – Jan. 5, 2024: Christmas break