The New York State Education Department shot back forcefully Friday, calling the federal action a "sham" and "political ...

New York state education officials voted unanimously this week to prohibit public schools from using or displaying Indigenous team names, logos ... Indians voiced its support for the changes ...

The New York State Education Department has asked schools to drop any Native American logos, mascots or nicknames by the end of the year. Schools run the risk of losing state aid if they do not ...

The order came amid a national effort to eliminate logos ... “His support is a powerful affirmation of what we’re fighting for,” the board said. Troy Closson is a Times education reporter ...