Picture this. It's the first day of school back from summer and you're wearing your nice, new clothes you got from your Nana. Then you run off to go say hi to your best friends in the whole entire world, (btw you're five) then you see your friends in some weird looking matching clothes. Then you look around and everyone else is wearing the same thing. How would you feel? If I were you the first question I would ask myself is “can I afford these uniforms?”Another question I would ask myself is that “what would other people think of me?” or “will I look weird when I wear it?” Also “how will these uniforms benefit ME?” Firstly, uniforms are very expensive. According to Children's Society UK "say that almost 800,000 students go to school in worn/old uniforms past down from sibling to sibling, or family member to family member" (Adam Sherwin, "High Price of School Uniforms Leaves Children at Risk of Bullying," (independent.co.uk, Feb. 24, 2015). This quote suggests that uniforms are way too expensive, so expensive kids kids get hand-me-downs from family members. That’s why kids get bullied. This evidence proves that uniforms are expensive because …show more content…
Indeed, The Miami- Dade County Public schools office of education Evolution Management says that "Middle school fights doubled within one year of introducing the mandatory uniforms.”(Chris Baumann and Hana Krskova, "School Discipline, School Uniforms and Academic Performance," International Journal of Educational Management, 2016) This quote demonstrates that uniforms cause more bullying because most mandatory uniform policies are in the more poorer sides of the most neighborhood. But some parents can't afford them, so they get hand-me-downs from previous family members or friends. Then the more fortunate kids pick on the less fortunate kids. All in all, it is clear that uniforms cause more bullying instead of preventing it from
Students should not be required to wear school uniforms because school uniforms cost more than regular clothes. School uniforms are very expensive for parents and are only available at the beginning of the school year. If the students grow during the year, then they will have to order the uniforms online. If parents buy them from a resale shop or wear hand me downs, they are usually worn, torn, stained, faded, or have holes. This will still lead to bullying. Even though
Many students lose self esteem when they can’t express themselves. Therefore students should not be required to wear uniforms. This is necessary because most students would like to show their style and technique. In addition, uniforms limit the freedom of expression for students in school. Furthermore, uniforms are expensive and parents may not be able to afford clothing that can be worn at school and home. Finally, students should not be forced to wear
In Long Beach California, they were the first to prove that school uniforms actually do reduce the amount of violence. With a 51 percent drop of physical fights, 34 percent drop in assaults, 50 percent drop in weapon offences, and 32 percent drop with suspensions. They introduced school uniforms in 1996 and ever since have been reducing the amount of violence in school. School uniforms should be used to stop the violence because nobody should have to get beat up because their outfit looks bad, or because it is easier to start gangs, students should not have to protect themselves by bringing a gun to school, students should be able to come to school safe, and without violence. A total of 85 students died violently in U.S schools, 75 percent incidents involving firearms. A couple of students at schools have had the option of deciding whether or not they wanted to wear uniforms, and less than 1 percent of students chose not to. Students would rather wear sometimes hideous uniforms than to risk their life. Wearing a school uniform is obviously a no brainer compared to being fire armed, but in some cases, some students, such as the 1 percent who chose not to, would rather risk their life. Wearing school uniforms could save students’ lives, and make schools a less violent place and make it a safe place
High school is typically a time when kids begin to distinguish themselves from one another. Students begin to develop their own sense of personal style, desperately trying to both fit in and stand out simultaneously. Being self-conscious and often lacking the confidence needed to assert themselves, teens are forced to use clothing and outward appearance as the means to manifest this individuality. Thus, students should not be forced to wear uniforms to school. Standard uniforms are unproven deterrents to student violence; are a "Band-Aid" to cover up the real problems faced by children and teens; and they violate students' right of self-expression, depriving them of their search for identity.
In society today, school-age children are under tremendous pressure to fit in with their peers and still perform well academically. I believe that school uniforms at pre-K through high school levels are an excellent way to help children succeed not only in school, but to prepare them for college and the “real world.” Three reasons why I believe school uniforms should be used in all schools is first, they are economic, next, they reduce distractions and finally, they help with social equality. To begin, school uniforms are economic. When schools have a uniform policy, it makes it easier on the children and parents.
School uniforms were introduced and adopted by many School in the U.S because former president Clinton gave school officials and parents the impression that it would have a positive impact on student’s behaviors; academics; attendance; and even decline the rates of discriminations. Uniforms have their benefits and disadvantages to students, parents, and teacher. Uniforms minimize the rates of absences, helps students stay focus in class instead of other student’s fashionable attire; causing them to successes in their academic, crime rate, and minimizes students being victims of bullying. Nevertheless, uniforms promote great behaviors amongst students which minimizes the time teachers must spend to discipline their students. Although school uniforms may positively impact students, it may also cause them to lash out on their parents and teachers because of the high expectancy that comes along with it. Not only that, but uniforms to many parents, teachers, and students, do not actually stop bullying; help students succeed academically; or effect the absence rate in school. To many it is a cover up that is portrayed as a positive tactic to be used on
School uniforms are affecting the amount of money spent on clothing in a negative way. Many people think parents/guardians are saving money, but really, they are just spending more money. If one were to think about it, school uniforms can’t be worn outside of school. Why would someone want to spend $300 on school uniforms, and then have to spend $200 on clothes worn outside of school?
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.
Bullies frequently choose to pick on an individual based on what they wear, and as many students already have a tough time at school, they don’t need bullies to make it even worse. Imagine what would happen if they were all dressed alike? In my opinion, the use of school uniform would provide a more bully-free environment causing them to have one less reason to get picked on.
(“Quotes about Uniform Policy” 1). Theodore R. Mitchell, UCLA School of Education says, "I think its great news for all of us who have advocated school uniforms as a way of building community.” A pressing issue, bullying has become a big problem in many school, and to eliminate this problem, school policies should require students to wear uniforms. Many people believe that school uniforms build the community into a safer, more positive environment. School uniforms improve school academics, prevent gang violence, and assist families, who can not afford expensive clothing.
School Uniforms As the years go by numerous public schools are starting to drift into more of a private school concept. From the way that they run programs at public schools, to the way that have their students wear school uniforms. Many will argue that having students wear uniforms take away some of their rights and restrict students from freedom of expression; But when it comes down to it, is their freedom of expression really being taken away? Or are parents and students just over reacting because they aren’t getting what they want?
All individuals struggle with discovering who they are and who they may want to be in the future. School environment, either negatively or positively, impacts the result of this greatly. Uniforms in the learning environment have become a highly debated subject all across the country. Although some individuals believe school uniforms have a positive affect, those people should understand the negatives because uniforms promote appearance over character, lower student’s self-esteem, and conflict with the right of expression.
There is an unending discussion in schools across the country about school uniforms and whether or not they make for a better experience in school for the students or just the teachers. Those who are pro-uniforms insist that uniforms will allow families to save money and time on clothing. This is so because these days children often get ready by themselves, because their parents are usually off to work before they wake up for school (Linder-Altman). Uniforms give the parents of these children confidence that their child is going to school looking halfway decent. There are also claims that uniforms will decrease the amount of bullying in school because all of the students will look alike. On the other hand, those protesting uniforms believe although everyone is pretty much dressed the same, cliques will still form and bullying will still exist (Dress code and Uniforms). I wore uniforms throughout primary school and I didn’t like them because I always felt uncomfortable in them. In hindsight, it could have been because I felt my personality was bottled up every time I put on my school uniform. There are claims that uniforms are not inclusive and won’t allow children to accept each other because of their differences (Linder-Altman). When everyone in the school is dressed alike, students may feel as if they aren’t able to express his/herself. Those unfamiliar with this topic may be interested to know the
From my own experience going to public school, I observed that many students separate themselves into “cliques”. The different cliques are distinguished by what one wears. Instead of the different cliques separating themselves by what they wear I believe that uniforms can create a more accepting environment. Around 160,000 students miss school daily due to fear of attack or intimidation by other students. That number is unacceptably high. An article by Kaylen Tucker states, ”Surveyed school leaders with a school uniform or formal dress code policy in place believe their current policy has made a significant, positive impact on peer pressure (86 percent) and bullying (64 percent)” (National Survey). 64 percent is a huge percent of students that would no longer be bullied. These are numbers that cannot be ignored and have led me to believe that uniforms really can reduce bullying in public
Bullying is common to students, especially in big universities. When students wear their uniforms, there is no guts of other students to make fun of. Uniforms provide a bully free environment. I have read an article from debate.org with an anonymous author as it says, “you’ll still get bullied when you’re wearing uniform. Because even the bully wears it too!”. To oppose this statement, I think in my opinion, there is a greater chance that uniforms prevent bullying because it helps the students to be more disciplined and students can ensure that they will come to school properly dressed. Students can express their individuality at home or chillin’ out with friends. School is not a place for fashion, it is a place for learning and studying and not minding others what you wear because students can think they might get bullied. However, as Farzana Hassan stated, “bullying involves much more than dress”. No one gets bullied if they won’t allowed themselves to be