Each year, more than 160 kids are suspended for dress code. Numerous of the suspensions were from tank tops, or leggings. Majority of the students suspended are females. Does that just seem inconvenient, or is it gender injustice? In addition to, most write ups and detentions come from dress code violations. This is a problem because most of the students are wearing comfortable clothing such as tank tops on hot days and young women wearing leggings. Students should not have to change just because their schoolmates are immature. In middle school, the maturity of the student is debatable, however in high school there should be a change in maturity. The dress code should be changed because it does not allow self-expression, shames the woman’s
To begin with, it takes time away from work. If a student is in trouble and the parents have to leave work to bring an extra shirt, or pants, which would take away from work time. They could get in trouble at work for a situation such as this if it is constant. Another problem could be that the clothing that the student has could be the only decent clothes the student has, depending on the parents work conditions. Most Clothes kids have are clothes that their parents bought them. Some students do not have a mass amount clothing as other kids so it makes it unfair in ways. These things can bother and annoy the parent. Constantly getting called, or notified, over petty school crimes. Self-expression, gender equality, neither the thought of parents are considered in the dress code. Major reason why the dress code should be lenient on some violations. Shaming the woman’s body through clothing and punishing a student for wearing clothing that is not their choice. Texas is the second largest state in the country and they suspended over 200 female students alone for dress code. And this is not including the male students. Why is it clothing that such of a distraction that you have to keep students from learning from
Both Male and Females have complained that the dress code is “sexist and “biased” toward young women. One teenager said that the school should be an all-boys school. Since the code only applies to women. Another student said that “it was humiliating to be pulled aside like an object” to be told that her outfit is inappropriate.
According to greatschools.org, “Enforcing a strict dress code can place the focus of school on clothing and rules, rather than on education.” Most schools have specific uniforms that a child must wear in order to attend. Many children that go to school, have single parents and / or more than one ...
Many think that a stronger dress code will help students focus in school, but the way a student dresses does not determine a student’s willingness to learn or the teacher’s ability to capture the student’s attention. Also, adults argue that high school is a teenager’s job; therefore, they should dress professionally. However, Elizabeth Forward does not have a policy against sweatpants, sweatshirts, or athletic attire, which are much more unprofessional than tank tops or destroyed denim. I think that the dress code policies should be relaxed to a more lenient state given the temperature of the building throughout the school year, the change in long-term trends among teenagers, and the level of hypocrisy illustrated between the relationship of school’s administration and the dress code policy.
I was in trouble for breaking dress code because of a pair of jeans I wore. My jeans had a miniscule hole that was barely noticeable; however, a substitute teacher noticed and told me to cover the hole that was in my jeans and told me that if I did not then I would be sent to the office where they would deal with punishing me. I did as I was told, but I felt it was unfair that I was the only one punished for this incident when there were several other violations that other students did not receive punishment for. However, I was not the only one with holes in my jeans a male student had holes in his pants that were large and he did not receive punishment for his clothing choice. The reason being because he was a male student and was also well known by many and they overlooked his violation. There was also a male student who wore an inappropriate shirt to school who was not punished for his clothing choice when I was putting tape over the miniscule sized hole I had in my jeans that the substitute teacher punished me for. This was an unfair enforcement and punishment of dress code violations that should not have occurred. Schools should have the same rules when enforcing dress codes for students to
Dress code is put into place to keep students from being bullied for how they dress and how some people may treat them different depending on what they wear. There is a lot of evidence that show students losing time in the class room because they are too worried about there personal apparel. David Brunsma, a sociologist who wrote Uniforms in Public Schools: A Decade of Research and Debate in 2005, says,
First of all, if students want to attend class in the clothes that make them feel comfortable, then they should be able to do so. In the 2015 article on The Atlantic on The Sexism of School Dress Codes, stating that "Many of these protests have criticized the dress codes as sexist in that they unfairly target girls by body-shaming and blaming them for promoting sexual harassment. Documented cases show female students being chastised by school officials, sent home, or barred from attending events like prom. "
An attractive child still in school is a child until they turn eighteen. The idea that any adult or older peer could find them in the least bit distracting or attractive because of their body being show is horribly creepy. The dress code supports the idea that a student’s body is shameful, therefore, objectifying. Those with opposing views may claim that the dress code is helping education because they do not focus on their looks, just their studies. To show, from 18 Significant School Uniform Pros and Cons, “Because a school uniform limits the options a student has for clothing, there is less pressure to get through the morning routine. This often allows students to sleep a bit more because less time is required to get ready.” Though this is completely true, the most prominent idea of a uniform is to make sure a student is properly covered. Uniforms are a way of objectifying girls and boys alike, so there is at least no unfairness within the concept of gender. Still, there is lack of logic to why anyone should be required to cover up, as if it makes adults feel uncomfortable. Teaching both adults and children to respect those of all ages is imperative. Treat others how they should be treated: appropriately. From a first-hand account, Lindsay Merbaum, a teacher, “Male colleagues would sometimes approach me and point out the offending ensembles, as they felt uncomfortable addressing female students about their attire. I didn’t blame them — there’s something unseemly about telling a teenage girl that what she is wearing is wrong. It reveals that you’re looking at her closely, that you’re looking at her body, that her body is offensive.” Many people could agree that no adult should look at a child like they look at someone their age. It’s extremely uncomfortable to feel like a piece of eye candy for those who can
Multiple reports are taken from females who experience the shorter end of the stick due to increased fashion interests and sexist mindsets of their school staff. An individual’s choice of dress is a reflection of themselves, a form of identity. Officials conclude that clothing choices increase the risk of bullying. Punishment for those who violate the strictly enforced rules consist of in-school suspension until someone from home can bring replacment clothes, humiliating “shame suits” , or any other creative punishment the school decides such as detention, etc. Shame suits are humiliating outfits that those who broke the rules must wear as a form of punishment, most of the time these consist of extremely unflattering clothes that have written phrases on them indicating that their appearance is due to their violation of the school rules. Punishments indicated place risk on the violators education caused by missed classes. Few in society do approve of the dress code as it controls female students’ modesty, banishes a distraction, and preserves the professional atmosphere inside a school. Issues involving the apparel enforcements include sexism, repressed self- identity, and punishment issues will be discussed within this
Bates says that the reason schools have dress code is to avoid distracting their male peers or making teachers feel uncomfortable. The problem is, the teachers do not discipline the boys for harassing behavior, they discipline the girls for their clothing
Boys dress code allows them to wear a lot more and is more laid back than girls . It shouldn't matter what a girl is wearing; it shouldn't be a distraction in class. A girl ran a test and had three boys take a math test. She had a jacket on, and when she took it off and tested them again, they didn't even realize a change. It is not a girl's fault if a boy is distracted by them. A boy can wear shorts and tank tops to school, why can't we? I think the same dress code should apply to both boys and girls. Just because some boys can't 'control themselves' doesn't mean a girl should have to change what they
problem is quite clear. Students just need to abide to the rules that were given. I myself don't enjoy the dress code, however I do follow the rules that are written in the handbook. I understand that many of my classmates don't like the rules that were set for us but trying to be rebellious will do nothing besides cause more problems. Going to detention or saturday school is not worth wearing Jesus shoes or missing a belt. The dress code is not outrageous, though at times it might seem so. For example the belt it helps keep those who take pleasure in sagging their pants low enough for the world to see their underwear, which no one wants to see. Shaving is
I am writing this letter because I think the dress code is unfair. I think this because some teenagers express themselves through the fashion style. Also, the dress code is body shaming females. “Pearlman said her daughter, now 13, had been told in the fall by a teacher that she couldn't wear yoga pants because the boys would get turned on and then be embarrassed.” (CNN). I understand at wayzata high school we are allowed to wear whatever unless its, show to much shoulder or too short that our behind is showing. Those are fine rules but in reality we are more safe at school then we are in outside of school. If a female is wearing a crop top at school it's not going to matter to any of us because that the latest fashion. If we were to step outside
We see stories Social media has more stories of girls being sent home because of dress code violations. Maybe the problem isn’t the students, but dress codes in general. Dress codes ultimately disrupt the pursuit of knowledge for the students, encourage gender bias, and can be dangerous. If we want the younger generations to succeed in the education system, we should utilize school uniforms. Uniforms in schools from elementary to high schools, will promote gender equality and facilitate student safety.
Choosing what to wear for the day. This is what most students are thinking about when they wake up. Students need the latest fashion in order to fit in, but some clothing may not be acceptable to wear in school. School dress codes are denying students their right to dress how they want, but the dress code is important for the students and their learning. Students are beginning to stand up and want to be heard. Some students are taking action and want the dress code to become less strict but some schools are doing the opposite for safety issues and for the students healthy learning environment. Dress codes are important for a strong and healthy learning environment and is also reducing violence in many schools around the country.
The final reason, and possibly the most important of the three to change the dress code is that by telling a students that they have to change, a teacher or administrator is putting the value of the other students’ education above the dress code offender. Most often, the reason a student’s are told to change because their outfits are too distracting. a pair of shorts isn’t harming anyone, nor is it offensive. Are shoulders and legs so arousing that it completely stops anybody from being able to focus at all? Then, what will the suspect think? He or she can’t wear what she wants to because the education of the male students in her class is more important? It puts a student in a very tough spot because they are forced to make the decision between wearing what they want or wearing something that takes who they are away from