Are there benefits to requiring school uniforms?
- School uniforms that were historically only seen in private schools are becoming more popular in public schools.
- As of 2010 approximately 57% of public schools enforce a dress code, an increase from 47% in 2000.
- Top 5 cities that have the most students in uniforms:
- Los Angeles/Long Beach, CA
- New York City, NY
- Houston, TX
- Philadelphia, PA
- Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Pros for the Student:
- Diminishes competition and peer pressure.
- Helps student focus on academics, more formal studying environment.
- Less intimidation which promotes more participation by the student.
Cons for the Student:
- May hinder self expression.
- Wearing uniforms may teach children that it is OK to conform to standards, even if you don't agree with them.
- Sends a mixed message, as the real world does not allow for safe options such as wearing a uniform.
Pros for the School:
- Promotes school spirit.
- Unity and identity
- Allows teachers to focus on academics and more important issues.
- Safety: Uniforms will make it difficult for someone who doesn't belong to go unnoticed.
- Decreases violence and theft among students over designer clothing and expensive sneakers.
- Prevents gang members from wearing gang colors and other insignia at school
Cons for the school:
- Students may rebel against the severity of uniforms.
School Uniforms
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Facts
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Pros and Cons
Conclusion
Overall, uniforms benefit both the student and the school by creating a better learning environment.
Behavior - Attitude and demeanor manifested by the students and teachers.
Participation - Increase/Decrease in participation in the classroom.
Learning environment - More efficiency and less stress for the teacher as well as the student.
Cost
Pros:
- Reasonable cost.
- Unlike regular clothes that need to be updated, uniforms stay the same.
- Can be found at Walmart, Target, Kmart.
Cons:
- Two different wardrobes.
- Kids tend to wear them out easily.