Are schools going too far?

Platapus · 03-24-12, 09:24 AM

Every few years the question of school uniforms comes up in North Virginia. I remember one year we were discussing it with The Frau's daughter who was, then, just entering highschool.

Her daughter was against the idea of school uniforms as it stifles individuality.

I informed her that she already wears a school uniform, which she vehemently denied.

I pointed out that she wears exactly what her peer group wears, down to the colour and brand (and sometimes cleanliness) When her peer group changes style, she immediately changes her style to match her peer group. If her peer group does not wear something, neither will she. Where, exactly is the individuality?

Perhaps it is due to my military life, but I still wear a "uniform" when I go do work. While it is way too hot to wear a suit where I work, I do wear dress slacks, shirt and tie. It is a form of uniform. It makes me feel more professional and I hope it makes me look more professional. Since most of my work is based on a trustworthy relationship with my client, I feel that this "uniform" is appropriate.

Also my mommy told me to always dress for your next job.

03-24-12, 09:24 AM	#15
Platapus Fleet Admiral Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 19,386 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 0	Every few years the question of school uniforms comes up in North Virginia. I remember one year we were discussing it with The Frau's daughter who was, then, just entering highschool. Her daughter was against the idea of school uniforms as it stifles individuality. I informed her that she already wears a school uniform, which she vehemently denied. I pointed out that she wears exactly what her peer group wears, down to the colour and brand (and sometimes cleanliness) When her peer group changes style, she immediately changes her style to match her peer group. If her peer group does not wear something, neither will she. Where, exactly is the individuality? Perhaps it is due to my military life, but I still wear a "uniform" when I go do work. While it is way too hot to wear a suit where I work, I do wear dress slacks, shirt and tie. It is a form of uniform. It makes me feel more professional and I hope it makes me look more professional. Since most of my work is based on a trustworthy relationship with my client, I feel that this "uniform" is appropriate. Also my mommy told me to always dress for your next job. __________________ abusus non tollit usum - A right should NOT be withheld from people on the basis that some tend to abuse that right.