School uniforms can be a sensitive subject. Most may not like the idea of having to wear a uniform each day. Clothing can be a minor issue when education comes to play. Wearing uniforms creates a better educational environment. Therefore, uniforms should be mandatory upon students from elementary to high school. There are many issues around school uniforms . Many people believe that wearing a uniform increases students behavior and concentration. While on the other hand, there are a great number of people that find uniforms to be pointless and to prevent originality. However, wearing a uniform can solve many issues. School uniforms should be required in public schools because their use would lead to higher education. Meaning no distraction, …show more content…
less violence, and lower costs for parents. School Uniforms are not pessimistic. Yes, uniforms may limit what the students choose to wear to school every day, but it doesn’t limit them from learning. Students like to portray their fashion trends throughout the school's hallways. Eliminating this issue lets students be more focused on their studies than if their outfit makes them look fat. Requiring a student to wear a uniform may be viewed as a restriction on their self expression. However, a uniform can also be viewed as the end to bullying, and the balance of social classes. In summary it creates a professional environment on campus which can prepare any student for their future. An individual’s personality is not expressed by one’s clothing alone. Personality is expressed by the way one moves, feels, thinks, and talks. Wearing a school uniform neither defines a child's personality; nor erases it. Students can still express their style in school by the way they style their hair and what accessories they choose to use, as well as the shoes they choose to wear. Students can make their uniforms personal without breaking a dress code. Just because a student can’t wear the most fashionable outfit choice, doesn’t mean their rights to self- expression is being taken away. School is a learning facility that should be taken as a privilege. Outside the school walls students will have plenty of time to express themselves. Bullying has increased in the past years. Cyber bullying can be a main factor in kids depression today. When schools have uniforms, they tend to have a safer environment because people are wearing similar clothing; while in public schools, kids may be more susceptible to bullying. When people dress the same, there is little that stands out. Bullies won’t have the need to pick on you if uniforms were required because everyone would pretty much look the same, including the bullies. Uniforms provide a bully- free environment for students, which makes it easier to focus on schoolwork. Social classes are separated based on how you look, what clothes you wear, and who your friends are. School uniforms bring the social classes together. Students would be wearing the same brand of clothes coming from only a few stores that sell school uniforms. Nobody would be able to determine what social class a person is in by looking at what they are wearing . Everyone would blend together, be at the same level. Creating a balanced environment. Schools that require school uniforms look more formal and put together. Schools that don’t require uniforms have those few kids that don’t care about how they dress. For example, there are kids that walk around with sagging pants, displaying their underwear which is inappropriate. Others wear inappropriate logos on shirts or jackets, giving the school a bad look and a bad reputation. Schools that have uniformed students come to school dressed nicely. Students that don’t have to focus on what to wear to school are able to focus more on their academics, which would then lead to improved grades. Parents benefit as well from school uniforms because of the low costs. However, the idea that school bullying might be diminished is the leading reason why schools should implement the wearing of uniforms. Students will not lose their personalities; they will merely have to figure out new ways to express themselves. The novel Anthem by Ayn Rand relates to the topic of school uniforms in many ways.
This novel takes place in a dystopian society. Government rules all, and there is no such thing as “I”. Equality-72521 wanted more out of life than to be stuck in a society that doesn’t allow people to be different. Equality broke many laws, but he knew that the only way for him to learn and experiment he had to break the law. Equality lived in a society where “we” wasn't an option. The government was the only ruling body of people that made all of the decisions. People were not allowed to choose their own jobs. Their jobs were chosen for them by the government. All Equality wanted was to be educated more than he was. When a school has uniforms it creates order and helps you to focus more on education. School is a privilege for those who want to learn, and Equality would have loved being able to learn, even if he had to wear a …show more content…
uniform. Many students believe that when wearing a school uniform, it restricts their individuality.
Students believe that when it comes to school they should be able to make their own choices when it comes to clothing. It is unfortunate that people object more to fashion concerns than to school academic programs. This is why the use of uniforms reduces concerns with fashion which is beneficial because it allows for students to pay more attention. People feel that the inability to choose ones clothes causes children to lose their individuality, which is a false statement. Kids just learn how to express themselves differently. Students legal rights for self- expression is still in tact even if uniforms exist,”The US Supreme Court case Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District (7-2, 1969), "does not relate to regulation of the length of skirts or the type of clothing." Wearing one's own choice of shirt or pants is not the "pure speech" protected by the Constitution. In Canady v. Bossier Parish School Board (3-0, 2001), the US Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a school board's right to implement a mandatory uniform policy, "is in no way related to the suppression of student speech. [Students] remain free to wear what they want after school hours. Students may still express their views through other mediums during the school day."(Pro-Con, 11).” Students state that they would be more interested in school uniforms if they looked differently, such as incorporating
school colors, a different style, or the name of the school written on the uniform. There are many pros and cons to having school uniforms, but when it comes to a child's opinion they feel that it prevents them from being able to do certain things. Parents and students are not looking at the big picture when school uniforms come to play; uniforms help students to focus, they create for less distraction, and a better/safer environment. In summary, school uniforms offer a positive influence in the school system. The debate may never end on whether or not school uniforms infringe on students’ self- expression. However, wearing school uniforms can potentially remove many issues in a school setting. Wearing school uniforms can eliminate bullying, allowing students to reach their fullest potential in their academics. Uniforms can also eliminate the separation of social classes. Finally, school districts that require their students to wear school uniforms will emphasize a professional outlook on life for all students. Presenting each student the opportunity to learn how to divide their time wisely during the course of their life.
Ever wonder what it would look like to have all students wearing the same white polo shirt, black pants, and a district sweater walking in the hallway? Nowadays, public school and many districts are discussing the possibilities of enforcing the uniform policy. In most places, many private schools already require students to have their mandatory uniforms; however, there are only a few public schools adopting this mandatory school-uniform polices as one of their enrollment requirements. The reason why not all public schools participated was because people believe that they are violating the freedom of choice when enforcing this mandatory uniform policy; yet problems such as bullying and segregation, emerged in these schools. Some people still think uniforms have no benefits at all. However, all public school students should be required to wear uniforms because it would improve the academic performance, reduce the violent behaviors based on appearance judgment, and provide less stress for both parents and students.
The author gives a situation where most Americans who have gone to school have gone through witch is wearing uniforms and not being able to wear what you want. The author gives information about rights that let students have the right of freedom of expression and other rights that let student wear something different then a uniform. “Clothing choices are "a crucial form of self-expression," according to the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada, which also stated that "allowing students to choose their clothing is an empowering message from the schools that a student is a maturing person who is entitled to the most basic self-determination." (American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada, "Four Reasons Public Schools Should Think Twice Before Instituting School Uniform Policies," aclunv.org, Dec. 19,
In America, “The World’s Melting Pot”, we are all unique and should be seen as individuals. Wearing a uniform does not allow for students to demonstrate their individuality; they have to dress conforming to the school’s uniform policy. According to Akerlof and Kranton, “...with attempting to establish a sense of community might be the loss of student’s sense of identification with the school, which could in turn yield lowered outcomes in effort and skills”. These policies leave the students questioning themselves and wondering, “Who am I?”. A survey, of 100 random students, conducted at Zapata High School showed that 72% of students reviewed felt that wearing a uniform suppresses their ability to express themselves as individuals. Forcing students to wear a uniform is also going against the first amendment, which clearly prohibits Congress from making laws that violate freedom of speech; it includes freed...
Many students prefer not to wear school uniforms because they believe it takes away from their individuality. Uniforms are thought to lower a students creativity and self-esteem. While these thoughts are in good consideration, if students were to wear uniforms in all public schools it would help significantly in reducing violence in public schools. Uniforms would help by ruling out bullying because of one's clothing style. Most of the violence in schools are due to an angry student who feels out of place because of other students criticism. All students attending public schools should wear uniforms to provide a safe, comfortable environment.
At the beginning of the 20th century almost no parent or faculty had any concerns with how students dressed to attend school. Nowadays, though, this is a giant concern among students, parents, and school board officials. Many arguments have been made over the matter saying uniforms should be required and enforced in schools. But, uniforms should not be required as they ultimately eliminate freedom of expression, promote conformity over individuality, may have a detrimental effect on students self image, emphasize the socioeconomic divisions they are supposed to eliminate, and lastly, school uniforms in public schools undermine the promise of a free education by adding an extra expense for families.
School uniforms in public schools are becoming increasingly popular across the nation. The public school system would benefit greatly if this policy were to be adopted. Opposition is always a factor when trying to make changes. Taking all things into consideration, the positive effects would be far greater than the negative effects. School uniforms should be required in public schools because their use would lead to higher education, less violence, and lower cost to parents.
School uniforms are increasingly popular across the nation. In fact, it becomes a huge controversial argument of communities rejecting these mandated school uniforms in their schools. However, school uniforms are not meant to be a negative thing; in fact, it could be positive in many ways by: eliminating cliques, saving money for parents, and taking away the bullying from students less fortunate. Meanwhile, on the other side of the argument, people believe that school uniforms will violate students’ freedom of expression, create a financial burden on families, and uniforms will not alleviate problems. However, with a solution that would benefit both parties, the public school systems in Oklahoma City district would benefit greatly
Did you know that as many as twenty-five percent of the nation?s pubic elementary, middle, and junior high schools have successfully implemented a school uniform policy? (Isaacson, 1998) School uniforms greatly benefit both the students and faculty by creating an atmosphere in which the students are able to get the most out of their education. I believe that all students should wear school uniforms regardless of whether or not the school is public. Below are clear-cut arguments in favor of school uniforms.
Imagine going on a shopping trip with your mom, but you don’t get to pick out the clothes you like. This is what happens when kids are required to wear uniforms to school. These types of shopping trips are costing parents an average of $249 (Tucker). Knowing people that have had uniforms in school, they all have the same opinion. The popular belief is that wearing uniforms to school is restricting student’s individuality and the students themselves don’t like them. School uniforms are unnecessary because they violate students right of self-expression, don’t demonstrate real world scenarios, and are commonly uncomfortable and don’t fit right.
A uniform is a standard set of clothes that is worn by a group of people. These people may be members of an organization or a group of people having the same ideas. There are thousands of kinds of uniforms in the world worn by people, such as police officers, firefighters, doctors, lawyers, security guards, and even fast-food restaurant workers. School uniforms are a controversial issue in schools today. Many schools have already adopted a policy mandating school uniforms, while many more are still considering the change. School uniforms create an atmosphere of equality in which the students are able to achieve to their best, while attaining the most out of their education. School uniforms should be mandatory to unite the school community as one, to instil discipline among the student body, and to eliminate distractions that will help students focus more, which in turn will help our society.
Proponents of school uniforms agree that students’ school uniforms are not a violation of their First Amendment of the U.S. constitution right. In the case of Canady v. Bossier Parish School Board, the Fifth Circuit upheld that “students remain free to wear what they want after school hours. Students may still express their views through other mediums during the school day” (Canady v. Bossier Parish School Board). Advocates for school uniforms argue that school is for learning, and that self-expression is for after-school hours. Some people will say that there is room for self-expression such that students’ can use hairstyles and accessories to start forming their individuality. However, proponents of school uniforms need to
School Uniforms have been debating about having uniforms in their school system for many years now. There are many advantages and disadvantages to requiring them, from court cases and many other different situations, school uniforms may be argued for many years to come. Whether people believe it or not, school uniforms do help with student attendance. Student attendance is one of the problems many schools face and the other problem is the school’s dress code policy. All students do have problems with their school’s dress code policy, with a uniform there wouldn’t be any one complaining about this other person getting away with a rule while this person gets in trouble for it.
Should school uniforms be required? Some say that uniforms help students focus on academics instead of fashion. Others believe that students should have the freedom to choose what they wear to school in order to express their differences and their uniqueness. After considering both sides of the issue, I strongly believe that uniforms should be introduced in primary public and private schools. Wearing school uniforms does not promote unfair comparisons between student’s incomes in terms of clothing; they aid students in developing their inner qualities instead of focusing on the outer aspects of themselves in the crucial earlier years of their lives, and provides a platform for practicing discipline.
Imagine being a student again in middle or high school, now imagine some of the challenges that you faced every day. Some of those challenges may have included struggling with grades, fear of bullies and self-expression. These are common problems faced by every day students but there is a simple solution. Changing public and private school policies to make school uniforms mandatory. Uniforms create a positive effect not only on the school’s environment but also on the lives of the individual students.
I strongly agree that school uniforms are necessary because it creates and identity, avoid the potential of bullies and insults, saving time and money and helps students to be prepared for adulthood and in working