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Connetquot board hears community split as district continues appeal over 'Thunderbirds' mascot
Summary
The Connetquot Central School District presented survey results showing majority support for continuing litigation to retain the 'Thunderbirds' name; trustees debated transparency, legal options and next steps after federal dismissal and a notice of intent to appeal was filed.
The Connetquot Central School District Board of Education on Tuesday reviewed community feedback on the district mascot and discussed ongoing litigation after a federal judge dismissed the district’s initial lawsuit and the district’s attorneys filed notice of intent to appeal.
The superintendent presented survey results and emails showing a majority of respondents favored continuing litigation to retain the Thunderbirds name and imagery. Board members and residents disputed how the results should be interpreted and whether the district should accept a negotiated settlement or continue to pursue appeals.
“The survey was posted June 16 with a response period through June 23,” Superintendent Dr. Sinemore said, and read the tabulated…
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