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BHS creates task force to replace mascot name

BHS creates task force to replace mascot name

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BELLINGHAM, Wash. — A local high school has decided to change its mascot’s name to promote what it calls a more inclusive environment.

Bellingham High School has created a task force to replace the Red Raiders mascot name and possibly image.

The Bellingham Public Schools web site says the basis for establishing the task force is the nationwide social justice movement.

The announcement also said the group, consisting of students, staff, and community members, will “develop and deliver educational activities on systemic racism to BHS students and community.”

The final mascot name and image will be announced in May.

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