Controversial Suspension: School Denies Discrimination Against Black Student's Locs

A Black high school student in Texas was suspended for violating the district's dress code due to his dreadlocks, despite the recent enactment of the CROWN Act, which prohibits race-based hair discrimination. The student's family argues that his hairstyle has cultural and religious significance, but the school defends its policy as a means to teach discipline and respect for authority. The incident highlights ongoing debates over hair discrimination in schools and workplaces, with Black individuals facing professional and social stigma for not conforming to white beauty standards. The student's suspension has drawn support from young Black people nationwide who have experienced discriminatory dress codes and comments about their hair.