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Seven Days
South Burlington schools have recently changed their mascot from the Rebels. The outdated mascot had connotations to the confederate flag that weren't appropriate in a school setting.
"The name Rebels was chosen in 1961 by South Burlington High School students who identified with the secession of southern states, because South Burlington was forming its own city and school during that time." -Nicole Higgins DeSmet, Burlington Free Press
The South Burlington Rebel Alliance was formed after the decision was made to change the mascot. This group of parents and alumni continue to challenge the school board's decision to change the Rebel mascot.
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