School uniforms create an enhanced climate for learning Uniforms help students focus on their most important task, learning. By eliminating the daily distractions of unregulated school clothing, as well as the peer pressure associated with “label competition,” uniforms set the tone for a proper work attitude in the classroom, reduce behav-ior problems and improve student performance.

School uniforms boost school unity and pride

An attractive standard of dress enhances school spirit, good self-image and school unity. Just as an athletic team’s uniforms promote unity and spirit, so can a school uniform. Similarly, researchhas shown there is a link between a stu-dent’s appearance and teachers’ expectations. High expec-tations mean high achievement.

School uniforms encourage individual self-expression

A standard of dress allows students’ attention to be di-rected toward learning and growing in the place it mat-ters most, the classroom. Instead of demonstrating their self-expression through the latest contemporary styles in the hallway, students focus on more appropriate ways to express themselves during their school day, most notably through personal or academic achievement.

School uniforms increase school safety and security

A safe school environment is essential for learning. School  uniforms help to make the campus safer by eliminating clothing used to intimidate or conceal contraband. In addition, uniforms make it easier for school officials to identify any non-students and outsiders.

School uniforms are cost-effective

Comparisons show that school uniforms cost significantly less than what most parents pay for unregulated school clothing. French ToasW loohcS laiciffO  tear is less ex-pensive than other types of clothing. A student can easily be outfitted with easy-care, long-lasting French Toast uniforms for about $150.00 a year. This includes 10 to 12 items. The durability, reusability and the year-to-year  consistency also cut costs.

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