by: Nick Ponton
PAW PAW, Mich. (WOOD) —The task of of replacing the controversial Redskins nickname for Paw Paw Public Schools is entering the final stage
School leaders noted a task force of students narrowed the search down to Lions, Wolves and Phoenix. This week, residents and students were asked to vote with logo designs for the three remaining nicknames.
Paw Paw Public Schools Superintendent Rick Reo wrote a letter to district residents explaining how the task force settled on those three names.
An internal memo lays out the reasons for rejecting many of the nickname suggestions.
Suggested nicknames needed to meet five criteria:
- Inclusive
- Non-Controversial
- Prideful (instills Pride)
- Unique to Paw Paw
- Showcases School Spirit
School administrators said the task force will finish up their work next week by selecting a new nickname and logo. They will present their choice to the Paw Paw Public Schools Board of Education at the June 22 meeting.
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