School Uniforms: Suited to a T

Tuesday 23rd of March 2010 04:49:30 AM

A great number of public schools now have a school uniform policy. After years of debate, angry parents, upset students, and frustrated administrators, the tide is turning and school uniforms are becoming popular. In fact, school kids are uniform crazy.

The push for public school uniforms began in urban centers and focused on improving self-esteem, discipline, and decreasing gang violence. The hope was that neat and polished school uniforms would allow students to take pride in themselves – their grades, their efforts, and their accomplishments.

The popularity of public school uniforms soon spread to the suburbs and to less populated areas. Many states have passed laws that allow public school districts to implement uniform regulations.

A few years ago, the standard school uniform was limited to parochial and private schools. It consisted of a blazer, a dress shirt, dress pants, and a tie. Administrators recognized that this style would not work in the public school system. To please parents, students, and administrators changes were made to the standard uniform. It is now fashionable, comfortable, and cost effective.

The biggest change to school uniforms is the shirt and tie. Public schools do not require a dress shirt and tie, opting instead for a cotton t-shirt or polo shirt. The t-shirt is durable and very versatile. It comes in numerous colors and the school name, mascot, or logo can be applied to the shirt.

Schools working with promotional clothing suppliers have developed a complete uniform package. The package offers parents a great price while ensuring students get everything they need. The school uniform team can pick the items to be included in the package.

A basic school uniform package might include 2 t-shirts, 1 polo shirt, 2 pairs of khakis, a belt, and a gym kit. The promotional clothing supplier will provide both the school uniform and the gym kit. In addition to the basics, the school can offer items individually. Each of the package items and other clothing items such as jackets, sweaters, fleece, and hoodies are the standard uniform choices for today’s public school.