Workshops in Towaoc connect Ute Mountain Ute children with their culture
, 2023-01-30 19:25:00,
At the Ute Mountain Ute Recreation Center in Towaoc, Colorado, a handful of children learned how to make traditional skirts. This 4-day after-school workshop is part of Tiwahe and Project PEAK, a wellness program for tribal children and families.
The program is funded through a grant from the Colorado Department of Education. Project Peak includes workshops on fashion, healthy eating and outdoor activities.
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“We hope that by attending these classes, the children will be involved in learning more and staying on top of their studies,” said program director Juanita Plentyholes. increase in graduation rates.
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