School uniforms should not be banned because they not only improve professionalism but also increase student’s safety.
Body Paragraph 1
School uniforms help improve professionalism.
a) Students who are uninformed tend to strictly adhere to policies and procedures as compared to casually dressed kids (Balogun 14).
b) School uniform contributes significantly in minimizing truancies and tardiness among students (McDaniel 160).
c) School uniform identifies a learner to a particular institution and often reminds him/her to be obedient and respectful to others.
Body paragraph 2
School uniforms are essential to increasing student’s safety.
a) They help in eliminating socioeconomic tensions in learning institutions (Choi 37).
b) Institutions with uniform policy experience lesser violence and theft-related to personal effects (Choi 37). In 2012, school uniform policy in Nevada resulted in 60% reduction in student fights, gang activity, property damage and battery (NCES).
c) Studies show that school staff could easily spot intruders and take appropriate action (NCES).
Body paragraph 3 (counterclaim)
However, school uniforms have a potential to undermine the students’ ability to express individuality and creativity.
a) School uniforms restrict the vital part of the social interaction that promotes communication though appearance (Hoofnagle).
b) It suppresses the freedom and passion for personal expression (Hoofnagle).
c) Culture informs creativity. It is difficult to come up with uniforms that are culturally inclusive to every student (NCES).
d) However, since students do not wear school uniforms during vacations, they can promote their creativity during that time.
Conclusion
Although school uniforms have a potential to undermine creativity, they not only teach professionalisms but also help improve student’s security. Therefore school uniforms should not be banned.
