My high school has some stupid polocy now called tug and tuck, where they make ANYBODY tuck in there shirts and pull there pants up...even polo shirts that stick out like an INCH that aren't made to be tucked in. They won't even allow you into class if its not up to there standards. Can a public school even do this? People are getting suspended over it....I know this can't be right.
2006-09-11 14:59:01 · 36 answers · asked by opdoed976 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
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There someone from my school...thats how they had all of us doing it. They want them pulled up to what they think is your waiseline.
2006-09-11 15:12:09 · update #1
yes they can...
2006-09-11 15:00:47 · answer #1 · answered by jeanne g 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Public schools are breaking so many constitutional rights these days, but they can get away with it for "safety" concerns. Hence the illegal search and seizures, banning certain clothes, etc. Pretty much anything they wanted to make a rule, they could find some arbitrary tie in to gang violence or the Columbine shootings to back up. The real question is whether or not your parents want this. Public schools are paid for by your parents tax dollars and they can ultimately have the final say. If the parents disagree with this, get enough of them together at the next PTA/schoolboard/town meeting and they may be able to change things for you. If this is something the parents tend to agree with though, then you might be out of luck. Hope that helps!
2006-09-11 15:09:21 · answer #2 · answered by johanna71983 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I started high school (about 10 years ago) I felt the same way you feel now. I thought it was unfair. Now that I am older and I see how sloppy kids look with their shirts all the way down to their knees or watching them pull their pants up every 5 seconds when they're walking, I realize the need for a dress code. High school kids think they are too "cool" to follow any dress code or respect any rules. Schools are allowed to implement these policies and they should. You'll get used to it, don't worry.
2006-09-11 15:17:09 · answer #3 · answered by missy81 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A lot of public schools do this. The school has a right to make any rules for dress they want. At least you can wear regular clothes. I go to a college prep school where I wear this skirt, white shirt, and knee high maroon socks and thats the only outfit I can wear. On dress days if they dont like our outfit, they send us home. A public school may be public but it still has rules. Be thankful for your school, I have a textbook of rules at my school. Also the public school even does things like ban freedom of speech and religion (prayer, Bible...) so they can defineatly have dress codes.
2006-09-11 15:07:19 · answer #4 · answered by A* 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use your brain. They are doing it, SO IT'S OBVIOUS THEY CAN DO IT.
If the administration formulates a rule, and the school board approves it, then you are stuck with it.
I suppose you could have your commie parents file suit, but they will have to show a pretty good reason that it is bad.
I suppose the ACLU can get involved,and claim it is somehow violating your human rights to wear your clothes correctly. But, it really doesn't hurt you, does it? And, the only possible reason you can object is you wish to rebel, and they won't let you. Good for them.
2006-09-11 15:08:43 · answer #5 · answered by retiredslashescaped1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are willing to go through a lot of red tape you can search the Policies and Procedure and other Guidelines pertaining to the School's, District's, State's, or other organization's Programs to find a loop hole. Once you have found a loop hole the organization will proceed to rectify the programs to put a close to your find.
Learn as much as you can - It makes the rest of your life easier.
Good Luck in School,
Bird Dog
2006-09-11 15:17:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since too many people abuse "freedom of expression", school do have to impose some sort of code. They are doing it for your protection and others. Kids often dress like gang bangers and other kids or schools may act on that. Just deal with it for the hours you are at school, then do whatever you want once you are out.
2006-09-11 15:02:19 · answer #7 · answered by julez 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can. In todays world the schools have to be safe. Pants can't be too baggie because you could hide weapons. Shirts can't be too tight or revealing.. You know why. So yes they can.. If students keep on trying to wear what they want the next step would be uniforms.
2006-09-11 15:07:17 · answer #8 · answered by Kathy L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. You here about challenges in courts all the time, and you can try if you want. You can ask your local ACLU chapter what they think - no cost to ask them.
You're wasting your energy, I believe. There are more important things to worry about. I support a school dress code (even while I'm a liberal who supports the ACLU).
2006-09-11 15:05:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are in school to learn-not to walk a catwalk. When you get a real job in the real world you have a dress code to follow-a professional dress code. Be mature and just deal with it like an adult.
2006-09-11 15:05:11 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you have to follow the rules, but they are way over their heads with this. Tucking in your shirt or you're suspended. There is definantly something wrong there.
2006-09-11 15:02:29 · answer #11 · answered by Kiwi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋