"The Racial Implications of Hair in School Dress Codes"

School dress codes, particularly those regulating hairstyles, have become a flashpoint for racial discrimination, with many Black students feeling targeted. While administrators argue that dress codes promote discipline and uniformity, advocates argue that they disproportionately affect students of color and disrupt learning. The Government Accountability Office has called for more equitable dress codes, citing higher rates of punishment in schools with strict dress codes. The trial in Texas to determine whether a high school's dress code violates the CROWN Act is expected to set a precedent in a state where several districts have similar policies.