The New York State Department of Education put forth a memorandum entitled "Use of Native American Mascots.”  The Iroquois Central School District is impacted by the proposal put forth.  This is the official Iroquois Central School District website to disseminate information to the public on this topic.

Board of Education and Superintendent

December 7, 2022 Board meeting discussion summary
At the conclusion of the discussion the Board of Education recognized that without the NYS regulations the process of making informed decisions is premature.  Therefore, before any action or official statement, the Board has committed to listening and learning more while waiting for the state regulations.  During the meeting, the memorandum was reviewed identifying aspects that need clarification.  Board members recognized the intent at the formation and current desire of the District to honor and respect Native Americans.  On Monday December 12^th the District will review the proposed regulations and listen to the NYS Board of Regents comments.

Click on the link(s) to view the:
December 7, 2022 Board Meeting Discussion Video
December 7, 2022 Board Meeting Public Comments Video
January 18, 2023 Board Meeting Discussion Video
January 18, 2023 Board Meeting Public Comments Video
February 15, 2023 Board Meeting Public Comments Video

New York State Department of Education

Click on the link(s) to view:
November 17, 2022 - NYS Memorandum entitled "Use of Native American Mascots"

December 1, 2022 - NYS proposed regulations “Proposed Addition of Part 123 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Relating to Prohibiting the Use of Indigenous Names, Mascots, and Logos by Public Schools”

December 12, 2022 - Regents Meeting Video