Judge says Texas school district can punish Black student for his hairstyle
By Pooja Salhotra, The Texas Tribune Feb. 22, 2024
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A Texas judge on Thursday said the Barbers Hill Independent School District can punish a Black student who wears his hair in long locs without violating Texas’ new CROWN Act, which is meant to prevent hairstyle discrimination in schools and workplaces.
The decision came after a monthslong dispute between the district and Darryl George... Читать дальше...