07/02/2026
I know the community is largely unhappy with this new state law, as am I, and I'd like to reiterate what this press release states. This is not a board or district decision. "Indians" has been worn as a badge of honor for a century. The "Indians" mascot was chosen to enshrine in honor of our local tribes, like the Maidu/Nisenan into the bedrock of our community. It's unfortunate that we have not been successful in getting the sponsorship from our local tribes to keep the mascot. But we are not done. We are continuing to find a way to keep our beloved mascot.
In the meantime, the mascot name and portrait of the Chief will remain on the side of our building to see as everyone drives by. The district will refrain from choosing a new mascot in hopes that we successfully find a tribe willing to sponsor it.
I'm heartened to see the support for the "Indians" from our community. Let's keep it up, as we continue looking for a sponsor!