Generous donors stepped forward to replace tipi covers that were stolen from two Great Falls elementary schools in September, demonstrating strong community support for Indigenous education.

The thefts happened at Loy Elementary School and Chief Joseph Elementary School, but the response from residents was immediate and heartwarming, according to Great Falls Public Schools officials.

Justin Robicheau reports - watch the video: Community rallies to replace stolen tipi covers at Great Falls schools

"It was very touching and overwhelming when we had people call in and saying they had lodges to replace them," said Dugan Coburn, Director of Indigenous Education for Great Falls Public Schools. "And then we also had people saying, just order some and we'll pay for them. You know, no, they

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