Topic > Negative Effects of Dress Code - 1151

Another topic worth discussing is the dress code adopted in schools and whether it is a good idea to have it. Most school officials and directors agree that it is a good idea to implement dress codes because they can prevent certain situations and facilitate the learning process. Many schools have chosen to adopt a strict dress code rather than a uniform. The article questions whether this is a better plan or whether uniforms make things easier in the long run. Many students will tell you that no dress code is necessary, but that some rules about student dress are necessary to create an appropriate learning environment. Problems that can occur with a dress code are vague descriptions, loopholes, and somewhat sexist comments. These comments are not intended to be sexist, but can be described that way due to the nature of the topic. For example: In many schools, girls feel more strictly restricted than boys. In most cases this isn't the point, it's women's fashion versus men's fashion. Women's fashion is certainly riskier than men's, so there must be more rules towards women