August 14, 2009

Henrico School Board adopts employee dress code  08/14/09 12:01 AM

If a teacher’s nose ring causes a substantial disruption to the learning environment, it won’t be allowed in Henrico County schools next year. Otherwise, it’s OK under the professional-attire expectations approved last night by the Henrico School Board. A draft of the employee dress code had banned “distracting” facial, lip and tongue jewelry. Looking for a better description of what’s not allowed, School Board members consulted with staff attorney Melissa K. Velazquez, who suggested “substantial disruption” as a phrase that’s been upheld in court cases.

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