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Descriptor Term:

SCHOOL MASCOTS AND SYMBOLS

Descriptor Code:

ACA

 

Presented to Board:

First Reading: February 10, 2004

Second Reading: March 9, 2004

Adopted by Board:

March 9, 2004

Revised by Board:

 

All mascots, nicknames, and descriptors including drawings, symbols, or similar identifiers used by extracurricular clubs or sports teams or by curricular clubs, organizations, or activities shall assure respect for cultural differences, values, and attitudes of all peoples. The Guilford County Board of Education prohibits the use of any existing race, culture, or ethnic group as a mascot, nickname, descriptor, or similar identifier of any extracurricular sports team or club, curricular club, organization, or activity.

In compliance with federal laws, Guilford County Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability or gender, except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law. Refer to the Board of Education's Discrimination Free Environment Policy AC for a complete statement. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Guilford County Schools Compliance Officer, 120 Franklin Boulevard, Greensboro, NC 27401; 336.370.2323.

All Guilford County Schools facilities, both educational and athletic, are tobacco-free learning environments.

© 2008 Guilford County Schools, 712 North Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC 27401 336.370.8100

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In compliance with federal laws, Guilford County Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability or gender, except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law. Refer to the Board of Education's Discrimination Free Environment Policy AC for a complete statement. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Guilford County Schools Compliance Officer, 120 Franklin Boulevard, Greensboro, NC 27401; 336.370.2323.

All Guilford County Schools facilities, both educational and athletic, are tobacco-free learning environments.

©2008 Guilford County Schools, 712 North Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC 27401 336.370.8100

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