‘Considerable liability’ in implementing dress code, says review sparked by Oakville teacher’s attire
The recommendation comes amid calls from some Trafalgar students, parents and community members who weren’t comfortable with the teacher’s clothing choices.The Spy Who Saved Me: Former CIA master of disguise helps disfigured people come out of hiding
The HDSB had been considering a dress code when this first came to light at the start of the school year, but it’s decided against it, saying in the report it’s important to recognize the impact dress code policies have on members of the transgender community.School board aware of possible protests over Oakville teacher’s attire as dress code under review
“Most notably, it is important for employers to make allowances to ensure that these employees are able to express themselves in accordance with their lived gender,” the HDSB report said. The school board executives also stated that since their collective agreement with teachers expired in August and nothing new has been signed, its hands are tied as it’s not able to adjust working conditions during those negotiations.“As a result, the HDSB is not in a position to impose a staff dress code during bargaining, but is not restricted from considering dress codes in general,” executives said.
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