(a) A pupil may wear traditional tribal regalia or recognized objects of religious or cultural significance as an adornment at school graduation ceremonies. Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit a local educational agency’s discretion and authority to prohibit an item that is likely to cause a substantial disruption of, or material interference with, the ceremony.
(b) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings:
(1) “Adornment” means something attached to, or worn with, but not replacing, the cap and gown customarily worn at school graduation ceremonies.
(2) “Cultural” means recognized practices and traditions of a certain group of people.
(3) “Local educational agency” means a school district, county office of education, or charter school.
(Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 804, Sec. 1. (AB 1248) Effective January 1, 2019.)