LACROSSE, Wis. – The 1,100-student Central High School will drop Red Raiders as a name and mascot, Principal Troy McDonald annnounced. “It is imperative that La Crosse schools reflect mascots that are culturally sensitive and inclusive of all races and nationalities,” he said. The school will remove all imagery related to Red Raiders, McDonald said. Meanwhile, he said, students and staff inn engaged in discussion for a new team name and mascot.

Imgery update. Goal is inclusiveness.