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Does Freeburg High School’s controversial mascot break federal law? This group thinks so
A group of activists from across the country has filed formal complaints against Freeburg High School alleging that its controversial mascot is breaking the law, which could force the school to ...
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Proposed state bill could affect Freeburg High School’s controversial mascot
A proposed state bill could make Freeburg High School change its controversial mascot, the “Midgets,” a term many people with dwarfism consider a slur. State Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford ...
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Disability advocates push to have district change the Freeburg High School Midget mascot
The Freeburg Community High School mascot and team nickname is The Midgets (and the Lady Midgets). For all the reasons you might imagine, there has been a push by people affected by dwarfism ...