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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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    School uniforms and dress codes are becoming a popular trend among schools. Most Students and some parents don’t agree with the enforcement with school uniforms, saying that uniforms are taking away self-expression in schools. But, school uniforms are not a negative thing to have. Yes, uniforms and some very strict dress codes limit what the students have to choose to wear to school every day, but it doesn’t limit them from learning which is the main reason they are in school. Some students treat

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    for school? School uniform is what makes it easy! A set of clothing that is mainly worn, school uniform is one of the school's policy and recommendation. Generally worn in elementary and middle school, this outfit is composed of specific colors of long or short pants and shirts for boys, sometimes with a tie. Girls usually wear a dress or a blouse worn either with a skirt or pants, all however have the same colors. This dress code determines even the type of shoes that should be worn at school. School

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    Uniforms School uniforms in England were first introduced during the occupation of King Henry VII. England is mostly known for their school uniforms even though British people are not very interested, in fact they spend less money on clothes than the people of many European countries. Although, the school uniforms are part of the British image, many individuals oppose the use of school uniforms. The British is mostly known for their clothes, more specifically the school uniforms, it is one of their

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    “I hate my uniform!” is what every child who is required to wear a uniform would say. What students don’t realize is that there are more pros than cons when it comes to uniforms. Uniforms discipline students to be more respectful as well as obedient. I believe that uniforms provide students with a sense of pride, security and focus. In The Arguments Against School Uniforms by Michelle Kouzmine it states that some people believe school uniforms lower distraction, improve focus, and make the environment

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    Uniforms would not be a good idea because of the different problems it would start and how it could cost the school more money than it gained. My claim is that uniforms are a bad idea because they will not make students happy and they won’t be happy that they don’t get freedom to dress how they would like to. The most common argument against school uniforms is that they limit personal expression. (http://kidsfashion.about.com/od/doityourselfstyles/tp/The-Arguments-Against-School-Uniforms

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    clothes, when their children return to school. Students want name brand clothing that comes with a high price tag, and not all parents can afford these expensive brands; due to this, it leaves their children to be ridiculed by the students who parents can. The mocking from peers affects students emotionally. Another issue with students being able to decide for themselves what to wear is their choice to wear inappropriate attire. There is much controversy within schools when determining what clothing is

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    In the article ," School Uniforms Are Inefficient and Unnecessary," by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) OF Nevada, the ACLU of Nevada successfully builds an argument in opposition to institution of uniforms in school by alluding to historical precedents, appealing to patriotism, and using ethos to foster a sense of solidarity. The ACLU of Nevada wastes no time in starting its argument as evident in its historical reference during the introductory paragraph. The ACLU of Nevada argues that

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    Uniforms, gateway or a straitjacket? Do school uniforms really improve school systems or are they a way to control student’s individuality? School uniforms are becoming common in many school systems around the nation. There are many different feelings about uniforms from parents, students, and faculty. The debate about whether uniforms should or should not be worn in schools has been going on for years. The arguments for uniforms vary in different ways like that uniforms help students focus, help

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    School uniforms, are an enigma that we are, as members of a small quiet community, not very familiar with. Yet even here it has been argued that we should introduce them. I would argue that this is a horrible proposition. In this article I will argue the points that these uniforms violate our constitutional rights, hinder creative development, and could very easily be used as an instrument of oppression. I present these arguments in hopes of convincing you that school uniforms are utterly unacceptable

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