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NorCal school district scrambles to keep team name after state bans racist mascots
By Jazmin Alvarado at Los Angeles Times - California
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
The Marysville Joint Unified School District is seeking support of local tribal support to keep its 'Indians' mascot. So far, tribal groups are staying out of the fight.
Key takeaway So far, tribal groups are staying out of the fight.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The controversy surrounding the Marysville Joint Unified School District's efforts to retain its 'Indians' mascot has implications for Los Angeles area schools, where similar debates have unfolded in recent years. As local districts navigate the state's ban on racist mascots, they must consider the potential consequences of their decisions on community relationships and school identity. The fact that tribal groups are declining to take a stance on the Marysville district's mascot suggests a nuanced and complex issue, one that requires careful consideration of the cultural sensitivities involved. In Los Angeles, where diverse communities and cultural heritage are deeply intertwined with local education, the outcome of such debates can have a lasting impact on the social fabric of the city's schools and neighborhoods. Local educators and community leaders will be watching the Marysville district's situation closely, aware that their own schools may soon face similar challenges.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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What is this story about? The Marysville Joint Unified School District is seeking support of local tribal support to keep its 'Indians' mascot. So far, tribal groups are staying out of the fight.
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