Recent Ruling Regarding Darryl George’s Hair
On February 23, 2024, Chambers County Judge Chap B. Cain III sided with the school district, saying George’s hairstyle didn’t adhere to the grooming guidelines. The decision is a blow to Darryl George, who sued the district after he was suspended for months over the length of his locs hairstyle.
‘All because of my hair? I can’t get my education because of hair? I cannot be around other peers and enjoy my junior year, because of my hair? ‘” – Darryl george
Facebook comments about the ruling:
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I certainly hope they’re just about to limit the length of female students’ natural hair as well, so as not to discriminate – after all, his grew just as naturally as theirs.But we all know it’s not about the hair.
- This is a clear indicator that Barbers Hill ISD does not want black students in their schools. This young man’s hair is neat and appearance on his head. There’s no justifiable reason for this action.
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I retired from teaching in 2020 after 30 years and I am so thankful to say that a student was never disciplined for the color, style or length of his/her hair. My heart breaks for what he is going through. When did a person’s hair become more important than getting an education?
Texas state Rep. Ron Reynolds, a co-author of the CROWN Act who testified at the trial on George’s behalf, said he was disappointed by the outcome.
“We will not stop. We will continue to speak truth to power,” Reynolds said, adding that if George’s appeal is unsuccessful lawmakers will file new legislation that will include hair length.
Whatever the higher courts rule, and as silly as it may seem, there’s not much doubt that even with the CROWN Act, debates about appropriate hairstyles at school will continue to rage on.
