Policy 802 - Naming of Facilities

The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for the naming of Wayzata Public Schools buildings, facilities and structures.

The naming of school buildings or facilities is the responsibility of the School Board. The School Board recognizes that the official names of district facilities are vital to its public image. When selecting names for facilities, the School Board will emphasize effective public communication and the honor and integrity that the name will reflect upon the facility. Further, areas within specific educational facilities and adjacent property shall be titled in accordance with their function and the official district name for the facility.

A. The School Board, when they deem appropriate, will direct administration to submit recommendations for a name(s) for School Board consideration; for either a new facility or for the renaming of an existing structure.

B. Naming proposals for facilities will be considered at any time the School Board so chooses, including naming proposals recommended prior to construction, when construction is in progress, or after being acquired by the district.

C. The superintendent may delegate responsibility to administrative designees or a committee charged with the responsibility of determining the process for soliciting and evaluating names, pursuant to providing a recommendation to the superintendent for consideration.

D. The superintendent, or designee, will make a recommendation to the School Board for final approval.

E. The superintendent, or designee, will retain responsibility for determining the procedures to select a school mascot and school colors. The School Board expects that the mascot and school colors reflect the traditions of the school district and are congruent with the public image and branding of the district.

School administrators and faculties may, at their discretion, place pictures, plaques and other non-permanent commemorative objects on the internal walls of educational facilities in recognition of persons, organizations and events. The use of school facilities and property for honoring or memorializing persons shall be limited to the provisions of this policy.

• Adopted: March 9, 2015
• Amended: March 31, 2023
• Last Reviewed: March 31, 2023

• Policy 802-R Naming of Facilities Regulations