Long Beach Polytechnic High School (Poly) has a very interesting strategy used in some large school; Poly along with the rest of the LBUSD school district has instituted small learning communities that divide Poly into seven small learning communities (SLC) (Long Beach Polytechnic High School). These SLCs divide the students by interests and academic achievement towards particular fields and further education. All students have to be in one SLC by applying to the one they want to be in when they
to public and private schools. This develops into a controversial issue because valid argument exist on both sides. Giving this issue much thought has lead me to believe that making school uniforms mandatory would help the school systems. School uniforms would help unruly classrooms, also students would not have to buy expensive clothes and students would not get killed over tennis shoes. Schools that have adopted uniforms have reported several advantages. Some school systems including ones
The debate over school uniforms has been going on for years. It is still under discussion in our education system today. Proponents believe school uniforms should be implemented in our public schools. Those who find the idea unappealing generally believe they would cause more problems than solve. Never the less, it's hard to deny the benefits that come from having school uniforms. Former President Bill Clinton is perhaps the most prominent and influential advocate of school uniforms. In a 1996 State
Implementing Uniforms into Schools The argument whether uniforms should be implemented in school has been debated over the last few decades. By implementing a uniform policy within schools would help reduce the rise of violent crimes. In today’s high schools, too many innocent youths become fatalities due to gang warfare that has spread into the school system. Many parents feel that if a uniform policy was implemented , the spread of gang warfare and the idea that children have to have name brand
feels that mandatory school uniforms may teach students a negative lesson about community while some believe that students should base life choices on their own internal values such as their life choices. Such an argument touches directly upon the rights of freedom of expression for all U.S citizens especially the parents and the students involved. While some parents and teachers seek to ensure the safety and security of their school children, some believe adopting a mandatory school uniform is not appropriate
benefit schools by keeping students safe and able to have pride for their school. First, uniforms provide a sense of security for the school staff so they can easily identify an intruder on school grounds. Second, it will help students perform better in class and improve their grades and attendance. Students will be more focused on what they are being taught and not what they are wearing. Having students wear uniforms will enhance their school spirit. Students will have more pride in their school by
Ensuing President Bill Clinton's State of the Union address in January of 1996, more and more public schools are implementing dress codes and uniform policies in their schools. As a result, there has been an increase in legal controversies dealing with the issue. The reason that dress codes are not conclusively enforced is due to the application of the First Amendment to juveniles in the public school setting. The First Amendment states that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of
pants, pajamas, and even spandex shorts in school even though there have been policies about dress codes. Teachers, parents, and other adults feel disgruntled about the way they dress. Many students also complain about difficulties in concentrating on schoolwork because of the same reason. Obviously, what students wear to school has become a very distracting issue in the school environment. Therefore, school uniforms should be required in public schools due to many reasons. There have been many
In the past school uniforms have been a requirement for private schools only, however; the number of public schools requiring uniforms is growing rapidly (Brunsma). Every parent wants their child to feel safe while they are at school. This is just one of the many things that implementing school uniforms into public schools will do for students (Maxwell). School uniforms have also been proven to be a key asset in keeping gang colors and symbols out of schools (Maxwell). The requirement of uniforms
Pros and Cons of School Uniforms Traditionally the private institutions are the ones with school uniforms but US public school are increasing in numbers these past years. During the 2011-2012 school year, almost one in five US public schools required students to wear uniforms. These required uniform rules in public are found more commonly in high-poverty areas. Proponents say that school uniforms make schools safer for students, create a "level playing field" that decreases differences between students
history of school uniforms in the United States public schools begins with small underprivileged school of Cherry Hill Elementary in Maryland and the domino effect that happened soon after in the years after. The popularity of school uniforms can greatly be credited to the Long Beach, California study and President Bill Clinton’s speech on the topic. At first, school uniforms were only for the private or Catholic private schools however the school uniform trend spread to other public schools to adopt
The Need for School Uniforms A safe and structured learning environment is the first requirement of a good school. Children who feel safe and secure will better learn basic American values. In return they will learn the basis of good citizenship and become better students. In response to growing levels of violence in our schools, many parents, teachers, and school officials have been forced to look toward school uniforms as one potentially positive way to reduce discipline problems and increase
government has to choose their own method of warning in a time of a tsunami. According to USGS there are 43,000 people living in vulnerable areas in the LA County and this is where the evacuation would begin. Everyone in vulnerable zones such as Venice Beach would need to go to higher ground with their survival Kits, if possible. In a time of a natural disaster it is up to the community and the Local government to prepare
Public Schools Abstract: For a while, dress codes have been implemented in private and parochial schools across the county. It wasn't until more recent that the issue was brought to discussion about a dress code in public schools. Uniforms serve a purpose to the schools that are adapting the change in attire. The uniform dress code has helped make private and parochial schools more prestigious for their organization and the results of it. Uniforms would be beneficial to the public school system
a curriculum unique to Wilson Classical High School in the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD). It is a combination of advanced placement (A.P.) classes, honors courses and students must take eight classes instead of the five through seven classes required by other schools. Many students in this program deal with an extra struggle and pressure that came with the program. While other teenagers are getting out at 1:10 and having fun after school these students wait until 2:50 or some even until
year for a curriculum audit. Schools in Los Angeles are now required to be fully implemented from the older state content standards to the new national Common Core standards. With so many questions still unanswered about what the Common Core is, the misalignment of the curricula is likely greater than ever before. Description of School Environment Our school, Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnets, is one of the largest in LAUSD (Los Angeles unified school district). Westchester is located on the
It has been proposed that all public schools should not restrict their dress codes and eliminate uniforms. According to the District of Columbia uniform policy ‘uniforms’ are defined as the clothing of the same style and/or color and standard look that is agreed by a school community. However, a dress code identifies what clothes cannot be worn to school. It is possible for a school to have bothered a uniform and a dress code. Uniforms were first enforced at a time when gang violence was at an all-time
solution of uniforms in school will work for everyone. The implementation of school uniforms is said to bring about positive changes such as decreases in gang activity, bullying, and costs to parents; however, the truth is that school uniforms are not more beneficial than free dress in schools. The assertion by supporters of school uniforms that the introduction of school uniforms will significantly decrease criminal behavior and bullying amongst students is only partially true. Schools that experienced
issue of school uniforms is a debate people will always have a difference of opinion on. Many people disagree that school uniforms should exist and many others agree. School uniforms have several beneficial factors. For example, wearing uniforms in schools can promote a sense of equality and promote safety belonging among students. School uniforms not only time savers for school staff, but students and parents as well. Equality is an important attribute to have in public or private schools because
Introduction School uniform policies are usually associated with the notion of private schools, boarding schools and Catholic schools, but recently public school districts in the U.S.A. have begun to discuss the positive effects mandatory school uniform policy might hold. According to Nathan Joseph (1998), school uniform is a uniform worn by students in an educational institution. Clothing can only be considered a uniform when it fulfills the following criteria: (1) serves as a group emblem, (2)