For this essay, I want to look at the case of having uniforms or not, and eventually argue against them. In the case against uniforms, there is the point that uniforms squash creativity, seeing as what you wear is one venue of self-expression. Uniforms also reduces individuality, an important issue for young United Statesians. Also, if public schools had uniforms, then the uniforms would be mass produced with quantity in mind, not quality, and so would be of poor quality.
On the side that is for uniforms, is that because they are all the same, no one can get picked on for what they wear, which could ultimately raise self-esteem and student morale. It would provide students with more of a sense of unity, or school spirit.
So, that's what I have, and I'll develop it more.
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Emily,
ReplyDeleteA fun (and relevant) topic. I think you're probably going to wind up with a sort of 'rebuttal' format--one in which you lay out one by one the arguments for uniforms, and then demolish each in turn (your central value seems to be one of freedom of expression). Keep in mind, too, the argument that uniforms provide an equalizing effect in that poor kids and rich kids all look the same, and so that the natural economic disparities that normally are evident in what kids wear at school would be eliminated.
Again, I think there are a lot of compelling arguments on both sides, and I'm anxious to see you convince me of your view.
Also, look at this from the point of view of a student who does wear a uniform. I've heard all good things about it, so maybe talk to a friend that you know!
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