Characterizing the Use of School District Property
It is common for school districts to permit the use of school district property by outside individuals, groups, or entities. Questions often arise on how to properly characterize the use, including whether it constitutes a temporary facility use (such as under a facility use agreement or license), or whether the arrangement is intended to be […]
Challenging Race-Based Logos, Mascots, Team Names, and Nicknames in Wisconsin Public Schools
In recent years, the intersection of school district mascots and racial implications has become a topic of discussion between school districts, their constituents, and advocacy groups. This Legal Update will discuss the history of Wisconsin Statute § 118.134 and challenges to “race-based nicknames, logos, mascots, and team names” in Wisconsin. In 2010, then-Governor Jim Doyle […]