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    A primary focus of schools is to make their students feel safe, and to help them in any way they can. If gang association is affecting, or has the potential to affect the students' safety, something should be done. Gang associated clothing has been a puzzling conundrum for schools for a long time. School uniforms would be an easy fix, but some schools refrain from initiating school uniforms because some families cannot afford the specialized clothing. So, what should schools do? I think that, in

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    School uniforms can benefit low income areas, places where crimes are high, and even to help the image of the school. I?m not saying with school uniforms that there will be no bullying or no crimes what I am saying is that school uniforms eliminate some of the issues. You can believe me because I have done a lot of research and checked myself with multiple different websites. I will first tell you the need for these uniforms. Then I will propose a solution, and last I will tell this affects you and

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    debated upon is the implementation of school uniforms. In the United States, school uniforms have become more and more widespread. Although, some schools disagree with the requirement of a school uniform and decide to require a school dress code instead. The pros and cons of a school uniform are very controversial. Deciding whether a school uniform should be implemented is not a black and white issue. Arguments to support school uniforms state that school uniforms create an altogether better environment

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    Local school districts, the state, individual schools, and the state have mutual interest embedded into the decision of adopting a uniform policy. As a result, school uniforms can be mandatory in some schools while in others remain voluntary. The wearing of a school uniform implies that all students in the school are required to wear clothing that matches in color, length, and design. There have been arguments put across against the wearing of uniforms in schools. The primary argument against implementation

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    wearing uniforms in schools. Below are the discussed reasons that tend to explain the importance of students wearing uniforms in school. “The prevalence of uniforms in public schools continues to rise in the United States, as parents and school administrators exert efforts to keep our school’s safe environments. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, nearly 20% of all public schools have adopted uniform mandates.” (Public School Review). To begin with, wearing of uniforms by the

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    District 230 should not mandate a school uniform policy because of the following: school uniforms go against our rights, raise questions of equality, and they rely on anti-democratic principles. (MP1)To start, school uniforms go against rights in the first amendment like: freedom of religion, and freedom of speech. (EV)Robson states in his Viewpoint, ¨Symbols or words on clothes are most likely to clear the speech hurdle; they will then be evaluated against the “disruption” standard articulated by

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    Schools across the nation are now starting to require school uniforms as dress code. People might not be so shocked when they hear this, thinking that it is only private. But this is not the case; public schools are jumping on this bandwagon as well. There is a social significance of wearing a uniform to school; because it helps prevent violence and/or bullying, saves money for lower income families, and it will help with future careers. Bullying has become a major concern when it comes to the

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    touchiest subjects of public schools would be about if they should enforce school uniforms, or should they just enforce a dress code? This subject has many different views, and plenty of good pros and cons on the matter. In our personal belief, we think that schools should only enforce dress codes, and stay away from assigning specific uniforms. Obviously everyone has their own view on this, we are going to give you some insight on how dress codes could do more harm on public schools than good. Teachers

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    clothing generally does not disrupt education in schools and therefore should have the right to choose their outfits. Students use clothing as an outlet for self-expression and as part of their identity. Advocates for uniforms are convinced that uniforms are effective, however; forcing students to wear uniforms has a negative impact on academic achievement. School uniforms are not beneficial to student’ education in the public school. School uniforms withhold students the opportunity to have creativity

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    ourselves greatly depends on what the situation we are in. For instance, we put on evening suits when we present ourselves at a party of celebrities; on the field, we put on sports wear. Therefore, in elementary and secondary school, I suggest students should put on school uniform to give a consciousness to students that people should wear proper clothes in certain place in order to respect others. As Gilchrish said, "clothing is a way to show others that you have respect and consideration for the situation"

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