The Port Neches-Groves Indians have become the latest target of the online #NotYourMascot movement, which calls for sports teams to do away with Native American-inspired mascots and traditions that they consider racist acts of cultural appropriation. In early July, the Cherokee Nation jumped into the fray by formally requesting that PN-G High School do away with the Indians name and all associated traditions. On Monday afternoon, the National Congress of American Indians — America’s oldest and largest social welfare organization representing Native Americans — also reached out to the leaders of Port Neches-Groves High School
Education changed forever in 2020
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First grade teacher Holly VanDorn, now in her third year at Regina - Howell Elementary School, waits to begin a zoom meeting with her class Wednesday as she prepares for a rolling in-person start Monday, September 21. Multiple safety protocols for classrooms, school facilities and buses are in place to try and maintain health and safety for students and staff. The desks in VanDorn s have been spaced apart, and sanitizers and reminders of cleaning are posted throughout the classroom. Photo taken Wednesday, September 16, 2020 Kim Brent/The EnterpriseKim Brent / The Enterprise
As the year of 2020 draws to a close, schools, students and the education sector across the board will remain forever changed.