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McFarland citizens committee recommends renaming of Conrad LVM Primary School and a museum‑quality exhibit
Summary
A 12‑member Citizens Advisory Facilities Naming Committee recommended the McFarland School District Board change the name of Conrad LVM Primary School and create a prominent exhibit that acknowledges both his accomplishments and the 1931 Nakoma racial covenant he signed. The board will vote on the committee recommendation on April 7.
A citizens advisory committee recommended that the McFarland School District Board change the name of Conrad LVM Primary School and create a museum‑quality display acknowledging both his scientific achievements and his documented role in a 1931 Nakoma neighborhood racial covenant.
The recommendation was delivered March 17 by members of the Citizens Advisory Facilities Naming Committee after six substantive committee meetings and research by local historians. The committee asked the board to form a community process to select a new name, and requested that funds be raised concurrently to pay for renaming costs and for a prominent exhibit presenting a full picture of Conrad LVM’s life and legacy.
The committee said it focused on factual evidence. "More than anything else, this cohort has committed to relying on factual information," said Yana McCray, a parent and committee member. The committee presented documentary research from local historians including Ron Larson and Gail Martinson and academic context from Dr.…
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