🧑‍🤝‍🧑Mascot: "Tams"

The Tamalpais High School mascot has a fascinating history, even though it's not the mascot they use today. Until 1990, the school's mascot was the "Tam High Indian," which was a person-based mascot representing the Miwok Indian tribe. This mascot was chosen back when the school was founded in 1908, a time when cultural sensitivities were very different. However, as people became more aware of the importance of respecting diverse cultures, the mascot was changed to the Red-Tailed Hawk in 1990. This change was influenced by notable figures like Sacheen Littlefeather, a Native American activist who helped other schools, including Stanford University, make similar changes. So, while the "Tam High Indian" is no longer the mascot, it's an interesting part of the school's history and a reminder of how important it is to be respectful and considerate of all cultures. Today, the Red-Tailed Hawk is the proud symbol of Tamalpais High School, flying high and representing the school's spirit 🐦.