Public Schools should not implement school Uniforms By: Tan Ly

Public schools should not implement school uniforms because uniforms are a false remedy for serious underlying issues in public schools, and children's homes. We are all born different; therefore, no two people are alike. The school's biggest argument is that brand name clothing is the cause of much and teasing, and creates discipline problems in our public schools. Many school officials also believe that clothes can be distracting to someone's study, and that the clothing …

…would get in trouble for what they are wearing. Kids are now more prone to being sent home over things like a wrong belt color, or having pigtails or cornrows in their hair. This does not help our children learn; in addition, it takes valuable time from teachers and administrators. Forbidding children and teenagers to express themselves through clothing and hairstyles prevents a healthy transition to independence and freedom from their parents and other s.