DCPS considering doing away with uniforms?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I love all of your posts and lively discussion except for one point: we need to stop ignoring the extra cost of uniforms to some people. I got my daughters second hand uniforms too by stalking thrift shops - there are none obviously available at the school for free. It is harder to buy a uniform second hand than non uniform clothes, which are available for free as hand me downs or fifty cents at the thrift shop are readily available. I do not pay more than thrift shop prices for any of my children's clothes (just because I'm cheap). Also the preferred t shirt is a school logo t shirt and those are an extra expense you cant get at the thrift shop. All in all I have spent $200 on the uniform between thrift shop and logo t shirts and sweat shirts - all additional expenses. So some parents who would otherwise buy new clothes might save money but we need to stop ignoring the extra costs for some people by talking about the thrift shop and uniform banks which may or may not be a solution. I hardily agree that if schools want to use uniforms they should offer them for free for those who need them. Otherwise I find the arguments compelling on both sides.

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This just means some schools do it badly. Our school has free uniforms available in a closet that’s totally open once a month so folks can even grab from it without anyone knowing. I don’t know what you mean by logo shirts being preferred? Maybe by the kids, but not by the school at least at my kids’ school.

Some charters (MV, TR) require kids to wear shirts bearing the school’s name or logo.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I love all of your posts and lively discussion except for one point: we need to stop ignoring the extra cost of uniforms to some people. I got my daughters second hand uniforms too by stalking thrift shops - there are none obviously available at the school for free. It is harder to buy a uniform second hand than non uniform clothes, which are available for free as hand me downs or fifty cents at the thrift shop are readily available. I do not pay more than thrift shop prices for any of my children's clothes (just because I'm cheap). Also the preferred t shirt is a school logo t shirt and those are an extra expense you cant get at the thrift shop. All in all I have spent $200 on the uniform between thrift shop and logo t shirts and sweat shirts - all additional expenses. So some parents who would otherwise buy new clothes might save money but we need to stop ignoring the extra costs for some people by talking about the thrift shop and uniform banks which may or may not be a solution. I hardily agree that if schools want to use uniforms they should offer them for free for those who need them. Otherwise I find the arguments compelling on both sides.

Agree that uniforms can be a hardship. And to those saying "poor families can just go to a thrift store," thrifting all over town may not be an attractive option for parents with busy work schedules, or who don't own a car.

Its also not any cheaper. I find the thrift stores more than what I pay new and most of the clothing is worn looking. I pay $3-5 new for jeans for my son (up to size 18) and same for shirts. I pay $15 or so for sneakers when I see a good price but the next size up. You can do it off season on uniforms if no logo or specific requirements but most have specific requirements.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I still don't understand how it's an extra cost. You'll need to buy clothes for your kid, whether it's a uniform or regular clothes.

When you have school uniforms, you just purchase less regular clothes. Your kids only need regular clothes for two days per week. There is less need for a big closet full of non-uniform clothing.

Exercise some self-control, folks. Having less stuff in your house will also teach your kids a good lesson in materialism.

NO YOU DON’T NEED TO PURCHASE BEW CLOTHES ANYWAY. The fact that you post this shows your ignorance and entitlement. I have not purchased new school clothes for my 12 year old since he was born. Period

That's kinda sad for your kid assuming you can afford it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I love all of your posts and lively discussion except for one point: we need to stop ignoring the extra cost of uniforms to some people. I got my daughters second hand uniforms too by stalking thrift shops - there are none obviously available at the school for free. It is harder to buy a uniform second hand than non uniform clothes, which are available for free as hand me downs or fifty cents at the thrift shop are readily available. I do not pay more than thrift shop prices for any of my children's clothes (just because I'm cheap). Also the preferred t shirt is a school logo t shirt and those are an extra expense you cant get at the thrift shop. All in all I have spent $200 on the uniform between thrift shop and logo t shirts and sweat shirts - all additional expenses. So some parents who would otherwise buy new clothes might save money but we need to stop ignoring the extra costs for some people by talking about the thrift shop and uniform banks which may or may not be a solution. I hardily agree that if schools want to use uniforms they should offer them for free for those who need them. Otherwise I find the arguments compelling on both sides.

Agree that uniforms can be a hardship. And to those saying "poor families can just go to a thrift store," thrifting all over town may not be an attractive option for parents with busy work schedules, or who don't own a car.

Its also not any cheaper. I find the thrift stores more than what I pay new and most of the clothing is worn looking. I pay $3-5 new for jeans for my son (up to size 18) and same for shirts. I pay $15 or so for sneakers when I see a good price but the next size up. You can do it off season on uniforms if no logo or specific requirements but most have specific requirements.

No, most don't. I don't know any DCPSes with specific requirements and that's what this thread is about. Charters make their own rules.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I still don't understand how it's an extra cost. You'll need to buy clothes for your kid, whether it's a uniform or regular clothes.

When you have school uniforms, you just purchase less regular clothes. Your kids only need regular clothes for two days per week. There is less need for a big closet full of non-uniform clothing.

Exercise some self-control, folks. Having less stuff in your house will also teach your kids a good lesson in materialism.

NO YOU DON’T NEED TO PURCHASE BEW CLOTHES ANYWAY. The fact that you post this shows your ignorance and entitlement. I have not purchased new school clothes for my 12 year old since he was born. Period

Poor, unfortunate homely kid. Stop being so cheap! I bet you’ve bought yourself new clothes in the past 12 years.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I still don't understand how it's an extra cost. You'll need to buy clothes for your kid, whether it's a uniform or regular clothes.

When you have school uniforms, you just purchase less regular clothes. Your kids only need regular clothes for two days per week. There is less need for a big closet full of non-uniform clothing.

Exercise some self-control, folks. Having less stuff in your house will also teach your kids a good lesson in materialism.

NO YOU DON’T NEED TO PURCHASE BEW CLOTHES ANYWAY. The fact that you post this shows your ignorance and entitlement. I have not purchased new school clothes for my 12 year old since he was born. Period

Poor, unfortunate homely kid. Stop being so cheap! I bet you’ve bought yourself new clothes in the past 12 years.

Hardly. How unfortunate that you feel the need to fall into consumerism and purchase new clothes every year. Because people like you exist, I get clothes all the time with tags still on them for a fraction of the price as you buy brand new. My kid and I are very well dressed. Thrifting and buying second hand does not equate to being homely. We are also doing our part to save the planet.

[Anonymous]

I hope they keep uniforms, I’m,pretty sure some school already don’t have them. Working in a title 1 there’s definitely a difference in clothing.

If you want your child to look stylish there’s shoes, etc. One of my students walked in with little cat Charlotte Olympia shoes and I’m pretty sure I was one of the only people who could tell they’re like $300+ but I’m a sucker for shoes lol

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I still don't understand how it's an extra cost. You'll need to buy clothes for your kid, whether it's a uniform or regular clothes.

When you have school uniforms, you just purchase less regular clothes. Your kids only need regular clothes for two days per week. There is less need for a big closet full of non-uniform clothing.

Exercise some self-control, folks. Having less stuff in your house will also teach your kids a good lesson in materialism.

NO YOU DON’T NEED TO PURCHASE BEW CLOTHES ANYWAY. The fact that you post this shows your ignorance and entitlement. I have not purchased new school clothes for my 12 year old since he was born. Period

Poor, unfortunate homely kid. Stop being so cheap! I bet you’ve bought yourself new clothes in the past 12 years.

Hardly. How unfortunate that you feel the need to fall into consumerism and purchase new clothes every year. Because people like you exist, I get clothes all the time with tags still on them for a fraction of the price as you buy brand new. My kid and I are very well dressed. Thrifting and buying second hand does not equate to being homely. We are also doing our part to save the planet.

I have to buy uniform clothes more than once a year to deal with growing kids. They also have preferences for materials, fit, style within the uniform standard. We wouldn't qualify for free nor would we accept if offered. Just because we can afford it doesn't mean it's where are resources belong or that we should be coerced to [...wait for it...] CONSUME! more overall clothing to fit school requirements.