Balch Springs, TX -- A 4 year old boy with long hair that is being grown in order to donate it to a charity that makes wigs for cancer patients, according to his parents has been serving in school suspension over his wavy do.   The school is part of the Mesquite Independent School District.

The district’s website states “Startling, unusual or immodest attire of any sort shall not be permitted. Fads in hairstyles, clothing or anything designed to attract attention to the individual or to disrupt the orderly conduct of the classroom or campus is not permitted. Hair is to be clean and well-groomed. Unusual coloring or excessive hairstyles that may include “tails,” “designs,” “puffs,” etc. are prohibited. ”

Additionally, the district requires that hats, scarves, bandanas, hair coverings, sweatbands, or hooded shirts are not to be worn by students except under circumstances designated by the principal.

In a district where school guidelines state grills or temporary decorations on teeth are not to be worn, it’s baffling how this boy’s hair warrants suspension and possible expulsion.   The district is located near Dallas, Texas and has a student population of 36,000 attending 46 schools.