School UniformsEssay Preview: School UniformsReport this essaySchool Uniforms​The first students recorded wearing uniforms may have been in 1222. These students were forced to wear robes called “cappa clausas.” School uniforms like the ones today originally came from 16th century England when “charity children” wore blue cloaks that looked like the cassocks the clergy wore on their yellow stockings (Mike Gatto).49 percent of the public schools in the united states have school uniforms as of 2014. Although many schools have adopted the school uniform policy, school uniforms take away students’ individuality, it cost more for the uniforms, it increases the chance of being bullied, and school uniforms violate the first amendment.
The Uniforms of Virginia
One of the first uniforms of the 17th century was adopted by Prince William (William) T. Hatce, for his Royal Navy (Virginia). The uniform was worn as a salute, usually by a ship crew or by their ship-class sailors—but it may have been worn by a ship crew-swoman. The use of the uniform by the Virginia navy changed over time as the new ship class increased the amount of personnel the ship needed to operate, resulting in the introduction of more aircraft and vessels for the maintenance and maintenance of ships, vessels, and vessels across the U.S. The Virginia navy adopted the American uniform at the height of World War I. After the war, uniform laws changed the use of military-issue military uniforms. Since the Second World War, the use of the uniform has been extended to certain U.S. servicemen, both enlisted and non-commissioned, as well as some overseas servicemen and women for service. The Uniform Act, 1788, modified its use and expanded the use of military uniform in many state schools. These laws were changed by legislation passed in 1918 by the Virginia House of Delegates to the Virginia House of Delegates. These revised laws gave the National Council of Colleges (NCIC), the primary responsibility of selecting the uniform policy, authority to determine the school policy, and discretion to use the uniform for the school. Under the Uniform Act, the National Council of Colleges changed uniform laws to increase enrollment and enrollment. The act established that the school’s uniforms must be worn by the first three officers of a vessel, and its officers must wear white, with the exception of those currently stationed in American Samoa (the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam and American Samoa) and those for which the uniforms are also worn by the general public. The rules for schools in Virginia changed from uniform laws to dress codes, uniform standards, and uniform protocols that can be used to tailor uniform rules to students. The Uniform Act also altered the school-specific rules that governed public schools in the Virginia college system and through the establishment of uniform standards. Among some provisions regarding education programs adopted by public schools, the Uniform Act did not provide for public schools to use the national uniforms. All of these changes, however, were made to improve school life in the Virginia school system as a whole. In recent years, public educators and school administrators have developed new ways to incorporate school uniform rules and regulations. The Uniform Act changed the use of the uniform law to allow schools to carry more and more of their curriculum into each year—the use of the uniform for its duration, and any new uniform law amendments that are adopted to strengthen those laws. In addition, uniform laws have been altered to allow more flexibility in school uniforms, and for uniform officials to make adjustments to uniforms.
The Uniforms of Virginia
One of the first uniforms of the 17th century was adopted by Prince William (William) T. Hatce, for his Royal Navy (Virginia). The uniform was worn as a salute, usually by a ship crew or by their ship-class sailors—but it may have been worn by a ship crew-swoman. The use of the uniform by the Virginia navy changed over time as the new ship class increased the amount of personnel the ship needed to operate, resulting in the introduction of more aircraft and vessels for the maintenance and maintenance of ships, vessels, and vessels across the U.S. The Virginia navy adopted the American uniform at the height of World War I. After the war, uniform laws changed the use of military-issue military uniforms. Since the Second World War, the use of the uniform has been extended to certain U.S. servicemen, both enlisted and non-commissioned, as well as some overseas servicemen and women for service. The Uniform Act, 1788, modified its use and expanded the use of military uniform in many state schools. These laws were changed by legislation passed in 1918 by the Virginia House of Delegates to the Virginia House of Delegates. These revised laws gave the National Council of Colleges (NCIC), the primary responsibility of selecting the uniform policy, authority to determine the school policy, and discretion to use the uniform for the school. Under the Uniform Act, the National Council of Colleges changed uniform laws to increase enrollment and enrollment. The act established that the school’s uniforms must be worn by the first three officers of a vessel, and its officers must wear white, with the exception of those currently stationed in American Samoa (the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam and American Samoa) and those for which the uniforms are also worn by the general public. The rules for schools in Virginia changed from uniform laws to dress codes, uniform standards, and uniform protocols that can be used to tailor uniform rules to students. The Uniform Act also altered the school-specific rules that governed public schools in the Virginia college system and through the establishment of uniform standards. Among some provisions regarding education programs adopted by public schools, the Uniform Act did not provide for public schools to use the national uniforms. All of these changes, however, were made to improve school life in the Virginia school system as a whole. In recent years, public educators and school administrators have developed new ways to incorporate school uniform rules and regulations. The Uniform Act changed the use of the uniform law to allow schools to carry more and more of their curriculum into each year—the use of the uniform for its duration, and any new uniform law amendments that are adopted to strengthen those laws. In addition, uniform laws have been altered to allow more flexibility in school uniforms, and for uniform officials to make adjustments to uniforms.
The Uniforms of Virginia
One of the first uniforms of the 17th century was adopted by Prince William (William) T. Hatce, for his Royal Navy (Virginia). The uniform was worn as a salute, usually by a ship crew or by their ship-class sailors—but it may have been worn by a ship crew-swoman. The use of the uniform by the Virginia navy changed over time as the new ship class increased the amount of personnel the ship needed to operate, resulting in the introduction of more aircraft and vessels for the maintenance and maintenance of ships, vessels, and vessels across the U.S. The Virginia navy adopted the American uniform at the height of World War I. After the war, uniform laws changed the use of military-issue military uniforms. Since the Second World War, the use of the uniform has been extended to certain U.S. servicemen, both enlisted and non-commissioned, as well as some overseas servicemen and women for service. The Uniform Act, 1788, modified its use and expanded the use of military uniform in many state schools. These laws were changed by legislation passed in 1918 by the Virginia House of Delegates to the Virginia House of Delegates. These revised laws gave the National Council of Colleges (NCIC), the primary responsibility of selecting the uniform policy, authority to determine the school policy, and discretion to use the uniform for the school. Under the Uniform Act, the National Council of Colleges changed uniform laws to increase enrollment and enrollment. The act established that the school’s uniforms must be worn by the first three officers of a vessel, and its officers must wear white, with the exception of those currently stationed in American Samoa (the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam and American Samoa) and those for which the uniforms are also worn by the general public. The rules for schools in Virginia changed from uniform laws to dress codes, uniform standards, and uniform protocols that can be used to tailor uniform rules to students. The Uniform Act also altered the school-specific rules that governed public schools in the Virginia college system and through the establishment of uniform standards. Among some provisions regarding education programs adopted by public schools, the Uniform Act did not provide for public schools to use the national uniforms. All of these changes, however, were made to improve school life in the Virginia school system as a whole. In recent years, public educators and school administrators have developed new ways to incorporate school uniform rules and regulations. The Uniform Act changed the use of the uniform law to allow schools to carry more and more of their curriculum into each year—the use of the uniform for its duration, and any new uniform law amendments that are adopted to strengthen those laws. In addition, uniform laws have been altered to allow more flexibility in school uniforms, and for uniform officials to make adjustments to uniforms.
​ First, school uniforms take away students individuality in many ways. Before the mid-80s school uniforms were mainly worn by private school students. Public schools began adopting the uniform idea in the late 80s (Julia Rubin).When schools force students to wear certain clothes to school, students are learning to be the same as everyone around them. From kindergarten up, students are told to be themselves but are forced to be like everyone else. Without being able to express individuality the students will not want to go be at school and have no motivation to learn. Putting restrictions on student’s freedom to express themselves also might cause rebellious activities in students as well. They might feel controlled and begin to try to go against the rules. Also, students are losing the self-expression they need. Some scientists say that expressing individuality is the most important way for people to connect, navigate, and grow (Judith E. Glaser). Most students find similar interests and likes immediately on sight. If one student is wearing a shirt that resembles what another student likes, they will already have a subject in common. When students have control over what they can wear they feel confidence when certain decisions in life. They can grow and learn what they prefer to wear and represent.
​Additionally, the uniforms can get too expensive for poorer families who have no other school option. Typical school wardrobe including five outfits can cost about $600 (Edward Lee). Not only can some families not afford the over priced uniforms, but some schools send students home if they do not wear the right clothing or shoes. One parent in a study said: “My oldest daughter, they sent her home and they said she was not allowed to come back until she had the correct shoes. So then I had to write a letter to say that we will be able to get some in a week or so, I did not have any money for new shoes.”
Next, if a student can not afford a new uniform used ones can be purchased, but some times they can get bullied for not having a new uniform. Bullies are smart and will just find another way to torture others. Owning the best phone, owning the most games at home, taking the biggest family vacation, or even having better body features. Clothes are one obvious symbol but there are a lot of other obvious ways for them to do it. Bullying is a big problem