Sen. Westrom applauds decision to allow Benson schools to keep Braves mascots, logo

Sen. Westrom applauds decision to allow Benson schools to keep Braves mascots, logo

ST. PAUL, Minn. — On Monday, Oct. 6, Benson Public Schools announced that the Upper Sioux Board of Trustees has unanimously granted consent for Benson Public Schools to continue using the Braves mascot and logo. In alignment with the law passed during the 2025 legislative session, schools now need permission from only the nearest tribal nation and the school’s American Indian Parent Advisory Committee to retain their mascot. State Sen. Torrey We…