Persuasive Essay On School Uniforms

Uniforms violate our first amendment. It doesn’t let students be themselves in the way they want to dress. There are pros about having uniform, but there are more cons because clothes don’t break rules. Students should not be required to wear school uniform.

Uniforms are globally used at schools around the world, especially schools in Asia. In Asia, the policy of wearing uniform enforces strongly during school hours and whenever at schools. The policy is enforced because schools want to teach discipline to their students and prevent unanticipated troubles at school. The policy of school uniforms is not completely implemented in the United States, especially public schools. According to the US Department of Education, only about 23 percent private and public schools in the United States have a uniform policy (School Uniform Statistics 1). In Asia, almost all of public and private schools strictly enforce the policy. In my country, Indonesia, all of students have

Just imagine an intruder is in your school and the police are trying to find him but he’s blended in with the crowd. Now imagine a intruder in your school and everybody is wearing a school uniform except for the intruder. This will allow police to effortlessly pick him out of the crowd and capture him. Unfortunately, all across the world, this fantasy is a reality. For years, there has been a huge controversy going on about school uniforms and how they affect students performances socially and academically. The opposition states that school uniforms are costly and takes away the freedom to express oneself as an individual, yet school uniforms insure student safety and help students stay focussed during school. Although some opponents express the idea that school uniforms are costly and take away the students freedom to express themselves, they fail to recognize that school uniforms insure the safety of students, helps them stay focussed and are cost effective.

Take a moment to put yourself in the position of an adolescent who has felt like an outsider from their own school. Weather it be because they don't have name brand clothes or don't have the latest on trend shoes. In a school where everyone wears the same thing will be a much safer and easier place for everyone in general. This is where school uniforms come in and give multiple solutions to both teens and their parents.

It may be surprising to hear that school uniforms break the first amendment of the constitution but it is very true. The first amendment guarantees freedom on many things, one of them is Freedom of Expression. Freedom of Expression is about more than just saying what you want to say, it’s also about being able to express your ideologies and beliefs which are, unfortunately, hindered by school uniforms. Uniforms weren’t a common thing of the past because they were only enforced in private schools. That is, until 1987, when Maryland and Washington D.C implemented school uniforms in public schools. School uniforms should be banned because they promote conforming over individuality, they increase the amount of bullying, and they can affect a student’s self-image.

One of the greatest controversies that is spreading throughout high schools in the United States is parents and their children against the enforcement of their school’s uniform policy. More schools have been adopting uniform policies within the past decade. Rules contained in the policy that are implemented range from wearing certain types of tops (shirts) in specified colors to students being required to tuck in their shirts. In the past, uniforms were exclusively for students who attended private schools because they were “well-off”, but now uniforms are being seen more frequently in public schools on students of all economic levels. Having gone through a school system that considered adopting a uniform policy, I would have to press

Do you have to wear a uniform and do people say that you should act “normal” or like everybody else? It was early in the morning, I had just woken up to get ready for school. At my school we have to wear uniforms, also, the rest of the schools have to wear uniforms. When you go inside my high school, the hallways and classrooms have no bright fun colors, but instead there are plain colors like browns and tans. The classes I have are very long and boring and I sometimes sleep in class, I don’t get caught, in fact the teachers never really notice. When school is over I walk home. I say “hi” to my mom and dad, after that I grab a snack and do my homework and put on my pajamas and go to sleep.

The most frequently used argument to school uniforms is that it takes away the students right to express themselves. While this is true, a student can still find ways to express themselves. Coming up with a new, creative way to express themselves such as band or basketball. Just because a student cannot wear the most fashionable top doesn't mean their rights have

Under such policies such as mandatory uniform policies students cannot freely express themselves and get a quality education. Mandatory uniform policies minimize student’s first Amendment rights, the freedom of expression. (Research Brief, School Uniforms.) Although the courts usually don’t give students the same rights as other citizens the first amendment of the United States Constitution gives all its citizenry the rights of said constitution. If a student wants to wear a certain colored hoodie in protest of a current event they cannot. If a student wants to express their creativity in any way pertaining to dress they simply cannot. “Detractors say that uniforms are an unnecessary burden and infringe on students’ Frist Amendment Rights” (“Effects of a School Uniform Policy on an Urban School District.") Even personal parts of are body that affect no one else but ourselves are not allowed to be expressed as they would like to be. If we cannot express ourselves freely how can we expect to be able to learn about others open

Today, many schools around the world enforce uniforms, requiring students to wear specific clothing. School uniforms, which was first established in 16th century England, are a topic of much debate in the public school system of the United States. Many people feel that uniforms reduce competition among students and bring a sense of unity in school. People who are against school uniforms think that they prevent students from expressing themselves and inhibits creativity. Many students dislike school uniforms because uniforms can be viewed as a violation of their rights, while others benefit from uniforms because it relieves the stress of picking what to wear to school. Although school uniforms do have its benefits, they also limit

"Be daring, be bold, be different" they say, as they stick you in a uniform that camouflages you within the crowd of hundreds of other students wearing green and blue. School is supposed to be a place that encourages you to be unique. Yet, they set restrictions when it comes to uniforms. Uniforms are meant to make everyone equal, but schools manage to reverse it's intended effects.

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

For many year, the idea of school uniform has been viewed in society as the norm. Now that many our society is changing; many believe that school uniform should be removed, however I believe that schools should enforce uniforms. During a news study, today.com stated “More than 19% of public school increased the enforcement of uniform code” (Today.com). The increase of school uniforms shows there is a greater positive result. This increase shows that many school should start adopting it. School uniforms can save a student from the many troubles he/she faces. Uniform policy allows for students to be in a stable environment, be ready to concentrate on learning, and less likely to be discriminated

It’s no misconception that uniforms are mandatory in most Catholic schools (57% of them, actually), right? Well, even though you should know that, how about we dig deeper, and find out if they’re truly a good thing? Well, this essay will be on the topic of school uniforms. I believe that uniforms themselves are completely fine. They make life easier for students and parents alike, as they don’t have to pick and choose what they want to wear. Uniforms are also worn to represent the fact that everyone is equal . Uniforms can also improve safety at school, and school related expeditions. Although the uniforms themselves may be limiting, it doesn’t mean that students all have to wear shirts and pants. These are the main points I’d like to discuss

Working at a school had allowed me to witnessed the different reactions of families from different culture and beliefs. School uniforms should be a choice, not a requirement. In the state of Rhode Island the dress codes was issued during the Clinton endorsement in his 1996 state of the union address. Many schools in Rhode Island had adopted the regulation, however, in many schools it is strongly encouraged, but not yet a requirement. Based on statistics, 17 out of 22 public schools is involved in the “experimental program”. The purpose for my paper is to show all the different aspects of the situation, not just one side. I believe uniforms do create a sense of unity, respect, eliminate competition, pressure and assault, but I also think all families should be heard. The school board of education should try to find a method to please everyone and come up with a method that fits all. In Rhode Island, the encouragement was issued with the plan for ending bullying and bringing up grades. It is a great thought, but I think bullying should be addressed in the emotional area and for the increased of grades, it should be addressed by evaluating student’s way of learning, background and their current environment. Many of us agree with the plan, but a high portion of families feel discomfort for being unheard of. Statistics shows that it has been harder to enforce the policy to high school students than it is to students in lower grades. Many families have brought the situation to the