A 5-year-old Apache, Adriel Arocha, wears his hair long because of religious beliefs tied to his American Indian heritage. According his people's traditions a male can only cut his hair when he makes a major life transition. But the school District says that boys can't wear their hair long, and Adriel will need to cut his hair before he comes to school.
His mother said she is ready to fight and will not move to another school district that will let her son's hair alone: "It would just teach our son that it is easier to roll over and do what you're told and not stand up for your rights," she said.
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