Daryl George's Dreadlock Suspension Case Update

In a notable case from Texas, 18-year-old Daryl George faced a year-long suspension from school due to his dreadlocks, which officials claimed violated the dress code. Daryl's refusal to cut his hair was backed by his family, who argued its cultural significance to the Black community. Despite enduring an in-school suspension, which left him with back pain from sitting in a cubicle for long hours, Daryl returned to the same school this year. However, on his first day back, he faced immediate suspension once again. Seeking justice, Daryl petitioned a judge for a court order to prevent further punishments related to his hair, but this request was denied on the grounds that he had delayed too long in making his case. Meanwhile, a federal lawsuit initiated by Daryl and his mother is still in progress, drawing attention to the broader implications around dress codes and students' rights to express their cultural identity.