Richard Fossey: 2 books
Student Dress Codes and the First Amendment
Legal Challenges and Policy Issues
Language: English
Release Date: July 30, 2014
Students’ early morning decisions about what to wear to school have led many school districts into legal issues and policy challenges. Confederate belt buckles, exposed bellies, sagging pants, political statements, and social commentary have all been banned from schools, and these bans have often...
The Challenges of Mandating School Uniforms in the Public Schools
Free Speech, Research, and Policy
Language: English
Release Date: May 29, 2015
School uniform polices, often associated with private schools, are increasingly being adopted in public schools; but not without controversy. The often asserted reasons for mandating uniforms include improved student behavior, better attendance, less competition over clothing, and improved student...