They were able to do this project with donations of materials, Barbie dolls, and a grant they received from the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls community at the beginning of the year to buy five sewing machines. “I think the reconciliation part of it goes within the classroom environment making sure that our students are feeling safe and heard,” said Johns. “It goes far beyond the cultural symbolism that our skirts can represent.” Rebecca Big Eagle came into the classroom and shared her expertise of creating life-size ribbon skirts by sharing her cultural connections with the students. “A lot of my Indigenous students are feeling very proud of their accomplishments,” said Johns. “They are proud to share and show their work.” The class made 25 Barbie ribbon skirts that are on display at the school. The Barbies have been to the legislative building and on display at local artisans within Regina. Now the Grade 8 students are working on their ribbon skirts and ribbon shirts to wear to their farewell event.