Jan 30, 2013 11:15 AM
Public school can be likened to a catwalk. Students’ clothing choices can often take center stage, subjecting both boys and girls to either praise or criticism. What fashion a student wears can be part of an exciting competition—or an opportunity for bullying.
In recent months, parents and staff members of the Southampton School District have suggested that the School Board reopen a discussion about requiring students to wear uniforms. At a board meeting last week, School Board President Heather McCallion asked that parents, staff members and board members involved in the district’s site-based teams—groups of parents and staff charged with exploring various topics, for shared decision-making—begin looking into the pros and cons of having such a policy. The issue is still in its earliest stages of discussion, and no decision is... more
In recent months, parents and staff members of the Southampton School District have suggested that the School Board reopen a discussion about requiring students to wear uniforms. At a board meeting last week, School Board President Heather McCallion asked that parents, staff members and board members involved in the district’s site-based teams—groups of parents and staff charged with exploring various topics, for shared decision-making—begin looking into the pros and cons of having such a policy. The issue is still in its earliest stages of discussion, and no decision is... more
designer clothing perhaps learning about the latest in the educational
world would be more appropriate. I agree with Dr. Boyes' statement
regarding the proper decorum within the school system.
It is the fashion for kids to not wear coats in winter. Trying to get a teen or tween boy into a winter jacket is a struggle. The boys even wear shorts and a thin hoodie to school when it's 20 degrees outside. They look ridiculous, but kids will be kids.
Most public schools with uniform codes basically have kids wearing polo shirts and docker type pants, not jackets or ties or button down shirts.