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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think it gives the schools a bit of school spirit, and [b]as far as I know it's not really an economic burden on anyone.[/b] I think it should be a school-by-school decision. Not sure why it would have to be a policy imposed by the top. [/quote]

It's an economic burden on a fair number of people, PP. I have always felt that if DCPS is requiring students to come wearing uniforms, they should be required to pay for those uniforms, because it is a burden for families with very limited incomes.[/quote]

I don't understand this line of thought. Your kids need clothes for school you are either spending money on having say 7-14 or more street clothes outfits. Or if they wear uniforms you by 5-10 uniforms and 5-3 weekend /play clothes.
With all of the insanely cheap places to get new and used uniforms for the same prices as regular clothes it evens out.  Also nothing saying kids can't wear uniform short or pants on the weekends.
Also, most schools do offer to help families get new or used uniforms if needed. Heck schools help with coats and such too. [/quote]

People with no money will often get bulk clothing online or consignment or thrift stores or a few free places.  Its a huge burden if they have to have specific clothing vs. anything they can get free or low cost.  You are clearly very comfortable if you can afford it no issue.[/quote]

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