School uniforms: identity thief or necessary?
Some learners are against the fact that they have to wear school uniforms as they would rather choose to dress in their own clothes.
POLOKWANE – Majority of schools in South Africa have strict rules when it comes to their school uniforms, and there has been much debate around it.
Some learners are against the fact that they have to wear school uniforms as they would rather choose to dress in their own, more comfortable clothes.
Some parents are also against school uniforms as it often has a hefty price attached to it. With so much against school uniforms, there must be a reason for it still being mandatory in different schools.
According to some studies, wearing a school uniform decreases the risk of violence and theft.
It also helps create discipline between the learners and helps school officials recognize unwanted intruders.
There are people who still believe these studies to be untrue and one student wrote in an online protest against school uniforms, that it takes away individuality and will also not change the actions of learners.
They also protested that parents do not have the money to spend on uniforms, especially with today’s economy.
Other statements which were made for school uniforms said that uniforms are a very important part of a school’s identity. The statement went further to say that school uniforms bring many benefits in terms of moral, discipline and results because it is a leveler of children of all backgrounds and that it is just a uniform and not a fashion statement.
What is your opinion on school uniforms?
