Individuality Through The Use Of School Uniforms

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It is undoubtful that many people like to express themselves through more than just their personality people like to express themselves through the activities they participate in and many other things along the lines but the most noticeable way people like to express themselves is through the clothes they wear. Some schools however frown upon this and solve what they see as a violation by having their students wear uniforms. Now it is evident that school uniforms may increase safety around the campus and while this is a rather strong argument belonging to the "opposing side" it has its flaws. A student likes to express their individuality through the clothes they wear and by expressing their individualities it is possible that their productivity …show more content…

Emerson's quote on being yourself is pretty much directly related to what I am trying to point out by that I mean that being an individual and trying to express yourself through the clothes you wear is not a crime nor should it be looked down upon. People deserve to be able to express themselves whether it be through the clothes they wear or the activities their in, to be yourself in a world that tries to change you is one of the greatest accomplishments one can achieve some people just don’t know it yet. School uniforms are oppressive and down right ridiculous, forcing students to not be able to set themselves apart from others is a disgusting topic. I get that some schools want their students to express their "School Spirit" through their uniforms but its hard to show love for a school that gives so little freedom. They expect their students to feel motivated and passionate to a school that doesn’t allow them to express themselves. Schools will also say that they are preparing their students for when they get jobs that require a uniform which would be a good point if it had any real purpose to

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