ly since the school administration and teachers would be able to identify, by sight, who is and who is not supposed to be permitted on campus. Subsequently by implementing the mandatory wearing of school uniforms, the chances of having intruders wander into school would be significantly diminished. We also have to look at the possible ways school uniforms could improve the student’s learning environment and also allow students to concentrate on their need for academic success while in school. The requirement of school uniforms contribute to eliminating the apparent student fashion barriers that are present when some students can’t meet the expense of “keeping up with the Joneses.” This could come about because uniforms contribute in eliminating the socioeconomic line found throughout the student population. By doing so, the students would be more fairly judged by their peers and teachers alike on their scholastic abilities and personalities instead of by the designer clothes they wear. They can also help bring an end to the conflict between parent and child as to what is appropriate to wear to school. The opponents of school uniforms will state that school uniforms will restrict an individual’s choice of self-expression. They will furthermore imply that school uniforms don’t take into account the religious, cultural, or physical differences of the individual. The issues brought up in the opposition’s viewpoint may merit some consideration when debating what we need to do concerning the implementation of school uniforms. However, we must ensure their concerns are well founded. It’s our duty to look at all the benefits that will be gained from school uniforms and weigh the good they can do so that we can make the choice that will most benefit our students and teachers. We have now been better informed about some of the good points and concerns on the issue of school un...
