Should
#school dress codes prevent girls from wearing leggings? š Experts weigh in. ā
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Many parents find the rules surrounding girls and
#dresscodes to be a double standard, since boys are hardly ever given violations for issues like the tightness of their clothing, showing skin or having holes in their pants or shirts.ā
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An assistant principal at an
#Alabama high school says their dress code evolved over the years since parents and students have complained: "We used to be much more strict, but the fight was just too much, and nothing positive ever came from it." Now, students can wear leggings and t-shirts if the shirt is long enough to cover "all the things."ā
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Parents can address dress code issues and advocate for their kids by talking to their teacher or school administrator, which is the best way to have their voice heard and potentially promote real, lasting change to the policy. ā
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A licensed clinical social worker says, "Schools must emphasize safety and security in the le...