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Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
New nickname, mascot announced for Youngstown schools
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — The Youngstown City School District has just announced its new nickname and mascot. Starting in the 2026-27 school year, East and Chaney high schools will merge, along with their middle schools. They'd previously called on the community to help decide the nickname for the new schools and select a mascot — and the results are in. The combined schools will be known as the 'Defenders,' represented by a fierce owl with the outline of the city of Youngstown between its plumicorns, pictured below. 'The Defenders mascot goes beyond a name; it is a powerful symbol of strength, who we are, and who we are becoming,' said YCSD Superintendent Jeremy Batchelor. 'We are grateful for our scholars, staff, alumni, and community support, and look forward to what lies ahead for the future of Youngstown City School District.' Based on feedback from the community and further conversation with the Youngstown Board of Education, the new school names have now transitioned from Youngstown Unified to Youngstown High School and Youngstown Middle School, according to a release from the school. First News sat down with Superintendent Jeremy Batchelor to talk all the newest rebranding. Check back here for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Help Youngstown Schools choose new name and mascot
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Youngstown City School District is preparing for a big change and it's turning to the community for help. Starting in the 2026-27 school year, East and Chaney high schools will merge, along with their middle schools. The district is now asking for the public's help with naming the new schools and choosing a mascot. An online survey is available on the district's website for families, students and community members to weigh in. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
