Is School Uniform necessary for high school students?

by srk121 (student)

As the world is growing more diverse by minute and the schools are helping children (students) to understand and accept the diversity in our society. The idea of having school uniforms only emphasises conformity. Many of those who oppose uniform also say that those students are deprived to make their own choices and set limits for themselves. I do think that young people should be able to choose their own clothes. It prepares the children for adulthood and also gives them the sense of matuarity.

Some students like the dress code. They think it relieves peer pressure on fashion issues. While some students claim the school uniforms violate First Amendment rights of expression or prohibit individuality. Some schools have a very strict dress code, while others offer students to make their own choices regarding their uniform from their wardrobes.

Wearing uniforms subtracts students’ liberty to take decision. It doesn’t let students feel distinctive and unique. Another reason why school uniforms are being pushed throughout high schools is to equalize status. To me, school uniforms do no equalize status in schools, especially high schools. You’re going to know who is rich and who is not by the jewelry, shoes, car they drive, or accessories a students wears.

Finally uniforms can be an financial burden on families . Families have to buy the school uniform plus all other clothes needed for outside activities. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) have argued that many parents cannot afford to buy school uniforms. So what happens if families cannot afford these uniforms and there is a mandatory policy? Well, they will have to borrow money from friends or family members.
School uniforms hinder the need for the self expression of a kid. Sociologists claim that it may cause unsuitable ways of expression by kids, such as offensive usage of makeup and jewelry.

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Uniforms take away children's identity. The pressure on a uniform dress code in school counters the spirit of unity in diversity and its merriment. It is even believed to confine socialization, an imperative feature of human nature.In contrast to civil dress, school uniforms prove to be ineffectual and futile once the kid is out of school.Another bad consequence of school uniform is that it denies the children the ease, which one feels on wearing different kinds of garments, as per personal preference. This uneasiness might unfavorably reflect upon the academic performance of the kid.

In some ways wearing uniforms can also be good. It takes away the feeling of envy between peers. A uniform assists the students achieve academically better. Students focus more on their education rather than on deciding what to wear. Besides eliminating distraction, uniforms force students to take school atmosphere more critically. Kids tend to be misapprehended and mocked by peers due to the type of garments they might wear. Consequently, uniforms decrease social clashes and violence in the schools. One of the most insightful advantages of having schools uniforms is that they are extremely cost effectual and alleviate the parents from the trouble of purchasing trendy and costly garments frequently.

When students wear school uniforms they improve test scores and attendance. With the test scores going up that means more students get degrees (Graduate). With every one that is wearing the same clothes it make it harder for kids to bully. Vandalism decreased by 18%, weapons in school decreased by 34%, School crimes decreased by 36%, fights decreased by 51% and sex offence went down by 74%. When you wear a uniforms you give respect to your school. If you wear a uniform you can’t break the dress code. When you buy a uniform it coast less then a day to day clothes. Your parents save so much money that they can take you on better trips and get better food. Since the clothes are not baggy the gangs can’t hide weapons in the clothes. Also the kids don’t experience all the pressure of finding the right clothes to wear that every one would like. A very good thought for the parents is that the kids social standing would be based on the personality of the kids. With the uniforms they can tell what kids go to that school so then people can’t hide in the school. It is installing a sense of a community.

I know that there will be tons of things that the other team will will say to try to make you go on there side. But I have some things that can back fire what they have to say.

Wearing the uniforms may not be your choice but you still can wear jewelery and other accessories like styles for your hair, fake glasses, etc. I know some of you will say what if you lose it? Well then buy a new one. What if you don’t have enough money to buy a new one? Finally uniforms can be an financial burden on families . School uniforms plus ‘regular clothing’ for activities outside of school can leave families broke. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) have argued that many parents cannot afford to buy school uniforms. So what happens if families cannot afford these uniforms and there is a mandatory policy? Well, they will have to borrow money from friends or family members.
THEN HOW ARE YOU GOING TO SCHOOL!!!!! What if your afraid that a dude will look up your skirt. Then talk to a teacher about wearing pants or tights or leggings. When you wear a uniform it keeps your mind on your work. Most of us students think about stile instead of paying attention to the work in front of us.

If you think that a uniforms take away your personality you aren’t that interesting. If a 100 People stand in a room wearing all the same clothes, they are all different. How? They way they stand and carry themselves. Some one who is individual doesn’t need clothes to stand out. They can stand out on their own.

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