New York Board of Regents bans Native American mascots and references in public schools.
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The Board of Regents has voted to ban Native American mascots, team names, and logos from all public schools in the state. Schools have until June 2025 to comply, and those that don't may not receive state aid. Several schools on Long Island, including Sachem East and Sachem North Flaming Arrows, Comsewogue Warriors, and Manhasset Indians, will be impacted by the ban.
Topics:nation#board-of-regents#education#long-island#native-american-mascots#public-schools#state-aid
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