Wyandanch Warriors Vs Wyandanch Wolves

CALLING ALL WYANDANCH WARRIORS

To the President Of the United States and Linda McMahon, Secretary of The U.S. Department Of Education.

We, the undersigned, stand together in opposition to changing of Wyandanch Warriors to the Wyandanch Wolves. The name "Warriors" is not just a mascot — it’s a tribute to the fight our community has endured and continues to endure. We are Warriors because we’ve fought for our rights, our education, and our presence in spaces where we were once excluded — from schools to parks to leadership tables. The name carries the weight of our history, our struggle, and our strength. To erase “Warriors” is to erase that legacy. This isn’t about tradition for tradition’s sake — it’s about honoring the journey of generations who fought to build and protect this community. Changing the name weakens that message. Let’s move forward — not by replacing our identity, but by standing in it with pride. We are, and always will be, Wyandanch Warriors. Sincerely, Leticia Kinard

Leticia Kinard    Contact the author of the petition