Now through September 22nd, the Pasco School District will be accepting nominations to name it's new elementary schools that will be opening in the near future.

For now, they are referred to as #16 and #17, but they want to change that.  But before you get the idea about naming a school after yourself, or your dog, there are some requirements. From the Pasco School District, here's the criteria:

"The following criteria will be used in the selection process: • The names shall be known to, and significant to, the people of the Pasco School District • The names shall not conflict with the names of other schools in our area • Names of living persons shall be avoided unless circumstances warrant • In order for names of living persons to be considered, the person or persons must: o Be representative of Pasco’s community o Have strong connections to the Pasco community o Have served as an inspiration to others o Have overcome obstacles to achieve success."

If you have an idea, you can click here to get the details on submitting it. Again, deadline is September 22nd.  Be creative and have fun!

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