Photo: Supplied via RNZKing's High School have changed their stance on Lewis O'Malley-Scott's cornrows and decided he will be allowed to wear the cultural hairstyle to school. Rector Nick McIvor said the school's uniform policy would not change, but going forward, the school would ensure that significant cultural need was included when hairstyles were considered. He needed to just be able to have his cornrows and do his work which is what he wants to do. King's uniform policy is relatively ambiguous, stating: "Hair must be their natural colour with non-extreme cuts. "School boards have the authority to make and apply school rules on a wide range of matters such as uniforms and appearance, which can include hairstyles," she said.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 17, 2021 03:11 UTC