School Uniforms Discussion for students

This keynote is intended for use with students. The topic of school uniforms will be the discussion, followed by a letter writing assignment for the student.

1. School Uniforms
What do you think? Created by: Sara Crawford

2. Many schools are required to
wear uniforms.

3. These are states within the United
States that require uniforms or enforce
dress codes.

4. Schools report that
when students dress
in uniforms they
take school more
seriously and have
better behavior.

5. What are some
other reasons for
students to wear
uniforms at
school?

6. People who are
against school
uniforms say that
uniforms do not
allow students to be
individuals.

7. What are some
other reasons for
students not to
wear uniforms at
school?

8. Discussion:
Your principal has seen that schools across America
are changing their dress code by adding a school
uniform. He/she would like to do the same thing
here at your school. Do you think having uniforms
at our school is a good idea?
Why or why not?

9. Assignment:
Write a letter to your principal
explaining whether you are for or
against school uniforms. Be sure to
include your thoughts and feelings on
your reasoning. You must have at least
three reasons supporting your stance
on the topic.