Board tables vote on consolidated high‑school name and mascot after split student/public preferences

District staff presented community‑engagement and Thrasher‑survey results on proposed consolidated high‑school name, colors and mascot packages. The presentation summarized both public and student voting patterns and included qualitative comments collected during the outreach period.

According to the presentation, public respondents most frequently favored the package labeled with the Blackbears identity, while student voting favored the Wolves package. Presenters emphasized that color combinations often influenced preferences separately from mascot or name and that comment text showed tension between those who prefer tradition and those who want a fresh countywide identity.

After discussion, board member Mr. Glazoff moved to table the package and to give the final decision to students; the motion was seconded and approved on a 3‑1 vote. Board members discussed logistics for additional student voting opportunities and timing for implementation; some staff noted that student computers and distribution plans are already in progress and that timing could affect rollout.

The board’s recorded motion and vote to table will keep the naming/mascot decision on the agenda for the next meeting so students and staff can complete planned participation.