Policy
7:160 Student Appearance
A student’s appearance, including dress and hygiene, must not disrupt the educational process or compromise standards of health and safety. The District does not prohibit hairstyles historically associated with race, ethnicity or hair texture, including, but not limited to, protective hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists. Student who disrupt the educational process or compromise standards of health and safety must modify their appearance. Procedures for guiding student appearance will be developed by the Superintendent or designee and included in the Student Handbook(s).
Cross Reference:
7:130 Student Rights and Responsibilities
Legal Reference(s):
105 ILCS 5/10-22.25b.and 5/2-3.25
Tinker v Des Moines Indep. Sch. Dist.,393 U.S. 503 (1969)
Date Adopted: June 23, 2009
Date Amended: January 25, 2022
