public school uniforms

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Argument Essay

ublic School Uniforms

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. In the 16th century, England was the first nation to require school uniforms.


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When Uniforms were started in England,


; they were to distinguish the poor children attending charity schools from other children. It wasn't until

to be worn by elite students

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students.



Name: Simran Monga

Professor: Brian Dunnigan

Course: English 100

Date: 23 September 2014

PUBLIC SCHOOL UNIFORMS

A school uniform is a standardized outfit designed for students in educational institution. They date back to the 16 th century as a part of British tradition of schooling in England. In this argument, we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages various people have brought forth regarding the uniforms. We will show that an approach can be devised, that enables the uniforms to be used in a totally positive and constructive way.

HISTORY OF SCHOOL UNIFORMS

The very early uniforms served the purpose of education by providing the underprivileged children attending charity schools at low costs. These u niforms consisted of long trench coat style jackets dyed blue and they were referred as "Blue coats" . 1 After 300 years students who attended the better English public schools began wearing uniforms. Once this became the norm, it blossomed into an obsession, as well as a way to effect social and cultural control over the students. 2

Uniforms were carried over to the other countries with British influence . But they have styles and trends specific to each each country. They differ for boys versus girls and differ with seasons.

Monga(2)

SCHOOL UNIFORMS IN PRESENT DAY

In the present days, uniforms serves a common purpose of identification of the students. They have been implemented in Elementary School, Middle School and High schools. A...