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Soon after classes begin August 25th, violators of the district's beefed-up dress code must don navy blue coveralls unless they get another set of clothes from home -- or serve in-school suspension. The outfits aren't just styled like prison jumpsuits -- they're actually made by Texas inmates.
The new policy in Gonzales, about 70 miles east of San Antonio, has drawn plenty of criticism -- along with some speculation that all the district will accomplish is to set off a new fashion trend.
Kids wearing spaghetti-strap tank tops, extra baggy pants, cargo pants or T-shirts may find themselves finishing the school day in the drab one-piece outfits. Boys with earrings or facial hair, girls in miniskirts and anyone in clothes that show underwear face the same fate.
Some parents and students are crying foul.
Mary Helen Douglas -- who has a 17-year-old son starting his senior year -- says -- quote -- "They're not little prisoners."
Gonzales ISD
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Posted by: Eaf Location: AXde on Aug 19, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Dumb hicks.
Posted by: Anonymous on Aug 13, 2008 at 06:18 PM
I think this is a great idea, all schools should do this. Kids get away with too much, and deserve to be taught a lesson. I think that after three infractions, the student must wear that jumpuit everyday for a month, then after each subsequent violation, wear it for a week. In fact, all students should be made to wear jumpsuits.
Posted by: Reality Check Location: Whack em Waco on Aug 9, 2008 at 11:30 PM
To: Public health administrator in College Station... If they sent all the children home that were not in "dress code" then they would loose out on the funding for that child(ren) for that day. That is why Waco ISD does not/cannot enforce its "dress Code." The jumpsuits would be perfect and the children could get the education that they need. They can't force a family that has no money go and buy "uniforms."
Posted by: Reality Check Location: Whack em Waco on Aug 9, 2008 at 11:26 PM
I would love to see them enforce something like that at Waco High. Those kids there get away with wearing just about anything they want to. But it will probably never happen here, the school board is too afraid to stick their necks out. Even when they know that it would be a good thing to do.
Posted by: Anon Location: waco on Aug 9, 2008 at 06:50 PM
I don't understand why the school district is worried about what the students are wearing. They need to be worried about their education. So many children are not even passing the TASKS tests, but we are worried more about what they are wearing. This is unbelievable.
Posted by: Me Location: Tx on Aug 9, 2008 at 06:30 PM
To Ms. Douglas...I guess if your 17 year old son can follow the rules, then he won't be treated like a prisoner either.
Posted by: lori Location: french on Aug 9, 2008 at 06:53 AM
If the parents are against the jumpsuits they should make sure their children go to school in the appropriate attire. I know exactly what my daughter has on every morning before she walks out the door. Parents need to be more involved with every aspect of their kid's lives. School is for learning and not a fashion show. If parents dont agree with the dress code then they should get involved with those who make those decisions.
Posted by: Becky Location: TX on Aug 8, 2008 at 10:54 PM
Once again, stay involved in your child's school. Know your child, know their teachers. PROBLEM SOLVED!!
Posted by: Wisest one of All Location: Earth on Aug 8, 2008 at 01:57 PM
No wonder kids come out of school ignorant and stupid! Both they and their parents are more concerned with nonsense like dress codes than whether the child actually learns something useful in the real world.
Posted by: Kayla Location: Temple on Aug 8, 2008 at 01:32 PM
Tony, I have to buy clothes for my kids too, and they can where them everywhere, I don't think the money spent on uniforms that can only be worn at school would be worth the money wasted. Make the dress code rules; no baggy pants, short skirts and shirts, no vulgar tee-shirt pictures or sayings, flip flops, piercing, etc - they follow them or send them home if they can't. Can't it even expand to three strikes, your out - suspension for breaking the rules made a difference with my generation...plain and simple.
Posted by: CJ Location: Hewitt on Aug 7, 2008 at 01:18 PM
The HooHoo becomes a HaHa. LOL!! I totally agree with Candy and several others here that what a student wears to school starts with the PARENTS. Students are there to learn, not be in a fashion show!
Posted by: Just sayin is all Location: Ft Hood on Aug 7, 2008 at 12:51 PM
Ann in CenTex. I thought Santa said Ho Ho Ho and as for thugsters rapping HooHoo. I honestly have no idea. Cant imagine it. I certainly agree with everything else.
Posted by: Richard Location: Killeen on Aug 7, 2008 at 11:29 AM
To those parent that think uniforms would cost too much. I've seen student come to school in $200.00 Jordons but couldn't pay for lunch. It cost me that much to buy 7 uniforms for my daughter. Coveralls are even less expensive sounds great to me less security risks, less distraction in the classroom and won't have to listen to them about thier shopping trips to Macy's
Posted by: Anonymous on Aug 7, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Good policy with the coveralls. It keeps the kids in the classroom. This is where they should be, not in ISS and not waiting in the office for parents to bring a change of clothes. No matter the dress code, kids will attempt to defy it. Dress code does start in the home, and parents must recognize this.
Posted by: Candy Location: TEXAS on Aug 7, 2008 at 10:02 AM
I think it all boils down to the fact that if parents would pay more attention to their kids, then the kids wouldnt have to worry about dis-obeying the dress code. If your kid gets in trouble for what he/she wore to school, dont hate on the school, step back and think "did i even take the time to look at what MY child wore this morning?" answer is probably, NO, so blame yourself not the school.
Posted by: Sharon Location: Hamilton on Aug 7, 2008 at 09:49 AM
That is one thing wrong with the kids today, parents do not back the teachers and MAKE their children follow the rules and schools must have rules.
Posted by: Mary Location: Texas on Aug 7, 2008 at 09:25 AM
I think uniforms are a great idea but I know that too many parents are against it, not sure why though. Wearing the jumpsuit as a consequence of not wearing the proper clothing looks to be an appropiate diciplinary action.
Posted by: Ann Location: CenTex on Aug 7, 2008 at 08:48 AM
Tony, I agree with you! Many of these parents & kids protesting probably have had problems in school before. I bet some of these kids have been in detention several times and don't care about their grades, much less being involved in any school activities. If they want to wear jumpsuits on the 1st day in protest, let them ...it won't last long! Capt Fred, in your very lenghthy excusing comment, there is a simple solution for kids who might change clothes in school restrooms ... it's called (check their backpacks everyday) and let them know you will be making regularly unannounced schools visits. Take control and get involved with your children's school and stop making excuses. ~~~Just sayin is all in Ft. Hood --- Really? I was born an raised right here Central Texas and have never heard HOO HOO except by Santa Claus and thugsters with their rap.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: waco on Aug 7, 2008 at 08:41 AM
when i was in junior high (during the 90's) i wore an inappropriate shirt. my principal made me turn it inside out and backwards. believe me, i was embarrassed and it did not turn into a fad--i've noticed some comments saying that the jumpsuits might become a fad...it won't! also, growing up my mom pushed me into clothes that were quite revealing. it makes me sad now as an adult that she didn't want to protect my modesty and childhood. parents, you can say no to what your kids are wearing...it's your job to protect them from themselves sometimes and certainly don't willingly buy them clothes that make them look like trash.
Posted by: Just sayin is all Location: Ft Hood on Aug 7, 2008 at 07:46 AM
To TEXAS in TEXAS - You made my day. Im sayin that as I wipe coffee off of my screen I spit out when I read that...lol
Posted by: Tony Location: Waco on Aug 7, 2008 at 07:12 AM
Kayla, we parents have to buy school clothes anyway. To the parents that are agianst a uniform, all I hear is apathy and excuses and it's is very obvious that this same mindset is being passed on to your children. No, school is not a place for self-expression. School is a place of education. All this so-called "self expression" is just a distraction from the real reason students attend school...to get an education. Remember folks, these defiant youth are our country's future. If we do not stop this deviant behavior at the source(s), our country's downward spiral will only continue and/or get worse.
Posted by: Mine Location: here on Aug 6, 2008 at 10:02 PM
Come on people, it's a simple concept. Make your kids dress appropriately for school and there's no problem. If they don't, they wear a cover up to "cover up" their underwear hanging out of the baggy pants to the knees and boobs popping out of skimpy tops. No need for parents to come pick up kids to change clothes. Many of the suggestions here have already been tried unsuccessfully. And everyone knows that many of these so-called fashions can and do relate to gangs. I seriously doubt that cargo pants and T-shirts will be targeted unless the pants are at the knees and the T-shirts are too tight/short on girls.
Posted by: Mac Location: TX on Aug 6, 2008 at 03:43 PM
I don't understand. Wouldn't this give the jump suit students attention they been wanting anyway. Perhaps, all the students would agree to wear the suits intentionally, to jost the school officials and parents. What is wrong with putting them a different building without any sports,field trips,etc. How about a little summer time school to go along with their new threads. They must be hit with enough pentalities, so that it is bound to hit a nerve somewhere. What is to costly for one might not be for another so, hit hard, hit low and when they get up hit them again. That is what society does to adults. Hope this is not too harsh. Don't take this over board. After all, kids will be kids.
Posted by: Texas Location: Texas on Aug 6, 2008 at 02:04 PM
To just sayin....i'm old. As you age it gets funnier looking. It beomes a HaHa.
Posted by: Capt Fred Location: Waco on Aug 6, 2008 at 02:00 PM
PART 2 - However, the pick up time could be arranged to be more convenient for the parent, such as during a lunch or other scheduled break time. The student would, in that case be sent to a study hall classroom to await their parent. I certainly think the school would be agreeable to this type of an arrangement, in an effort to minimize the burden on the parent. For underclassmen, this disciplinary measure may not have much of an immediate impact, until the seniors figure out that they may be in jeopardy of GRADUATING and NOT going to college and the underclassmen wake up and smell the roses! What a novel idea! And it might not take too long to catch on. As an incentive, I also think there should be some give and take in this process by the school. Perhaps the school could re-visit the dress code, with responsible members of the student body, and come up with a few mutually agreeable changes to the dress code that would encourage student compliance. Thanks for reading.
Posted by: Capt Fred Location: Waco on Aug 6, 2008 at 01:59 PM
PART 1 - POSTED IN TWO PARTS BECAUSE OF MY COMMENT’S LENGTH: I don’t know how many posters have read the previous comments before writing theirs, but one of the first comments posted mentioned a website called “detentionslip.org”. It has comments written by the students! Some of them are planning several ways to counter this policy, including wearing their own jumpsuits on opening day! Food for Thought: Many parents have said their kids don’t go to school dressed that way. Did it ever occur to you they might change clothes after they leave home, even if it was in the school restroom??? On the detentionslip.org site, there was a suggestion that parents have to pick up the violating students, and the students get zeros for all classes they missed that day. Parents having to pick up students would create a problem for the parent, both time and money wise.
Posted by: Kayla Location: Temple on Aug 6, 2008 at 01:20 PM
I think dress codes are very important, like we had when we were kids. I don't think uniforms should be the requirement, a lot of families wouldn't be able to afford them, especially with more thank one child. Make the dress code and if the kids violate it, send them home until they can follow the rules..plain and simple. Doesn't Temple HS have one that works?
Posted by: Just sayin is all Location: Ft Hood on Aug 6, 2008 at 11:21 AM
To TEXAS in TEXAS....what part of Texas are YOU from? We always called it a HooHoo not a HaHa...lol
Posted by: Just sayin is all Location: Ft Hood on Aug 6, 2008 at 11:06 AM
Love it! And I agree. All schools should have a uniform policy. Maybe kids would be less likely to click and pick on others and maybe people would become friends with those they normally wouldnt. I know thats how it was when I went to school. If you dont like this idea, then actually BE parents to your children and make sure they are dressed appropriately. And dont start whining if your kids find ways to change thier clothes after they leave the house (like my niece tried once). If they break the rules, they pay the price. Just be glad I am not in charge. I'd go back to "Old school" and reinstitute the paddle as a diciplinary option. uh, oh. THAT comment is gonna rile some liberal parents...lol
Posted by: Becky Location: TX on Aug 6, 2008 at 08:47 AM
You are all silly. The children that are dressing like this, will look at this as a game. The jumpsuits will really make them look like rebels. I agree you should let children have their own styles. I also think parents should teach their children there is a time and place for everything. School is not the time or place to wear trashy clothes. They can't dress trashy as adults going to work. Parents tend to only get involved when there is something bad. Stay involved for during the good times too. Then they can see what there children are wearing. If you know your child's teacher she will let you know if your child follows the rules or rebels. That is the only way to solve the problem. KNOW YOUR CHILDREN!!!
Posted by: Waco Parent Location: waco on Aug 6, 2008 at 08:22 AM
Having children dress in uniform is not helping anything, they still have the bad attitudes, they still fight, skip school etc...Parents need to make them mind @ home. The kids these days are WAY out of control. My son wears uniforms to school and it doesnt control the behavior of the children
Posted by: corsicana Location: corsicana on Aug 6, 2008 at 06:43 AM
way to go!!!! every school should have a the dress code of polo style shirts and black blue or tan pants or knee high shorts as for cheerleaders change the dress code you allow them in small skirts or short shortsthey should wear knee high short and a school shirt for spirt during school and leave the cheerleading uniforms for the games
Posted by: Mary Location: Cove on Aug 6, 2008 at 06:17 AM
Why is it that people try to excuse every manner of bad behaviour with "self-expression"?! The inappropriate dress that is seen everywhere today is not SELF expression. It is the opposite of self expression. They are letting someone else tell them what to do/wear/say/feel. That's why they all look the SAME, duh. What's really wrong with these kids is they are afraid to be themselves if "themselves" means different.
Posted by: Kristine on Aug 5, 2008 at 07:01 PM
Kids should have a chance to express themselves. Most parents wore one of those crazy trends when they were in school.
Posted by: Paul Location: Waco on Aug 5, 2008 at 06:14 PM
If you are teaching your kids the right thing in the first place, then as parents you shouldn't have anything to worry about. Its simple, follow the rules or wear the coveralls. How hard can that be?
Posted by: Misty Location: Salado on Aug 5, 2008 at 04:15 PM
One more thing...does anyone else believe TRY IT Location: BUDDY is not an adult? Many of you posted some comments to this person, but the first time I read it I thought some kid (look at the grammar) had gotten the idea to publish a comment. This board is not reserved for adults only, so keep that in mind. I truly hope that TRY IT is not currently responsible for kids, but even if they are their comment only reflects their lack of education on parent's responsibilities and what kids need in order to be successful (this is not a popularity contest). We all need to try to keep these boards free of insults and really look at who is posting stuff. If this is a kid then their opinion will change as they mature (hopefully), and if it is indeed an adult, we need to try and provide knowledge not insults. That is the only way we will ever see change.
Posted by: Misty Location: Salado on Aug 5, 2008 at 04:09 PM
I must say that kids that do not have enough self respect or common sense to dress themselves "appropriately" for school must then be shown how to do so. It is unfortunate that we are relying on our government to force the issue...many of you are right, it IS the parent's responsibility; however, many parents either don't care, have given up, or feel the state will handle it. It is the parent's responsibility to RAISE their children and the school's responsibility to EDUCATE them. However, for those kids that do not get proper parenting at home there must be policies in place to prevent and/or reprimand students who cannot or will not follow the rules. School is preparation for life...we know what is best for our kids, and that is why we don't want them dressing the way many of them do. We want to prevent heartache (teasing) and inappropriate behavior. So, we as a society must ban together and do what is right for our kids when they or their parents do not. "It takes a village."
Posted by: ak Location: central texas on Aug 5, 2008 at 03:54 PM
Maybe the school should take one further step. Make the dress code violater's parents foot the bill for the jumpsuits so that the taxpayers of students that follow the rules won't have to pay for other kids clothes.
Posted by: IN AGREEMENT.... Location: CLOSE BY on Aug 5, 2008 at 02:55 PM
Great Job! I think that once they have earned their suit, they should get the full benefit of wearing it. If they knew that the penality would be no less than one week, and could be imposed for longer periods of time each occurrence, this might have some impact. I love young people. However, when a bad attitude promotes a total lack of respect, this must be dealt with. Parents, do not ignore this thinking it will go away. there is nothing worse than a phone call late at night, or a policeman on your door step when it comes to poor decisions.
Posted by: virginia Location: bell on Aug 5, 2008 at 02:52 PM
it's about time something was done students are taking the dress code to far and are pushing the limits of the school system.You are at school to learn. Way to go!!
Posted by: Jesse Location: Lampasas on Aug 5, 2008 at 02:07 PM
who cares as long as the kids are in school getting educated. You know the outfits in the 70s were not any better.
Posted by: Angie Location: Moody on Aug 5, 2008 at 11:03 AM
I think it's a great idea. If the kids follow the dress code, they have nothing to worry about. For the people that oppose: Have you looked around lately. Some of these young girl dress to provacative and inappropriate for their age. The shorts/skirts are too short and the shirts too low cut. I have nothing against, someone dressing nice, but that....come on. I have a daughter and she is too young right now, but I'll make sure, my baby's butt is covered.
Posted by: The Patriot Location: Texas on Aug 5, 2008 at 09:41 AM
To Parent Location: Waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 11:02 AM ....Nope, it wouldn't bother me a bit. I never allowed my kids to dress like thugs for school. They are grown now and educated. And to TRY IT..wow.. great parenting skills there. I agree, get off the welfare and teach your kids by example and discipline.
Posted by: Betty Location: Moody on Aug 5, 2008 at 08:32 AM
The kids may not be "little prisoners" but they should know how to dress appropriately for school!! Parents--where are you?
Posted by: Sam Bam Location: TX on Aug 5, 2008 at 08:29 AM
Does this apply to illegals?
Posted by: rick Location: waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 10:47 PM
your not a man if you wear an ear ring, i believe you must want to be a woman if you wear one.
Posted by: Chris Doughty Location: Temple on Aug 4, 2008 at 10:45 PM
I think this is a great. Kids these days do not respect the simple rules that are given to them. This gives them a fair chance to obey their dress code.
Posted by: Texas Location: Texas on Aug 4, 2008 at 06:45 PM
Where my kids go to school it is all about who you are in terms of what you get by with. There are young girls who wear hideously short skirts and get by with it. My daughter has VERY long legs so shorts and skirts are out for her. She is happy to wear capri's and pants. I think I have taught my daughter enough self respect so she doesnt want to show her HAHA to everyone who cares to look.
Posted by: Mac Location: TX on Aug 4, 2008 at 06:17 PM
Well, I guess we can try it and see what happens. I don't think it will work. Kids now a days know how to unite,(help from the state). They will figure out some way of turning it around and shoving it in your face. The only way I know is to have the parents get their power back from the state. We are somewhat helpless because our hands are tied,(cps,etc.). Glad my two are raised and out. Why, because I was able to bust their butts and get their attention. I don't think any agency can raise children, it takes parents. Continue to take that power away from parents and this is what you get. Every generation of children have become more bolder. Thank you, STATE OF TEXAS, for siding with our children and not the parents. God, help those who have to endure these liberal laws. It is so nice to be able to run your own house hold and not be worried about some state liberal employee telling you how you will run your home! Ever notice that most of these employees don't have children!
Posted by: me on Aug 4, 2008 at 04:39 PM
Hey buddy what will your kids wear to a job interview when it comes time or will you fight that also
Posted by: happy on Aug 4, 2008 at 04:33 PM
Hey "Buddy" your kids are probably the kind that run to daddy everytime something goes wrong. you are the reason kids act like they do--No respect for other or adults. I was not given a choice I obeyed the rules no matter where I went. My parents believed in the rules not letting me rule the house and their lives.
Posted by: WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Location: MEXIA COOLIDGE HUBBARD AREA on Aug 4, 2008 at 04:18 PM
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S FOR MAKING A STAND!!! I THINK ALL SCHOOLS SHOULD FOLLOW YOUR EXAMPLE. THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A FEW IN THE CROUWD WHO DON'T AGREE BUT HEY THEY CAN MOVE TO A DIFFERENT SCHOOL DISTRICT. I WISH OUR SCHOOL WOULD TAKE THE SAME APPROACH HECK I WISH MY EMPLOYER (THE STATE OF TEXAS) DID THE SAME. EVERY TIME I GO TO THE SCHOOL, TO WORK, OR TO THE STORE..... I SO WANT TO GRAB THOSE BAGGY PANTS AND JERK THEM UP........PUT A T-SHIRTS OVER THE GIRLS. I DO NOT WANT TO LOOK AT YOUR BACKSIDE, YOUR "GIRLS" OR ANY OTHER BODY PART THAT SHOULD BE COVERED AND NEITHER SHOULD ANYONE ELSE ESPECIALLY AT SCHOOL, WORK OR IN THE PUBLIC AGAIN------W A Y T O O G O ! ! ! ! !
Posted by: parent Location: at home on Aug 4, 2008 at 04:11 PM
i wish my daughter's school would go to uniforms, it would make for cheaper school shopping...but i luv the jumpsuit idea for the disobedients...
Posted by: STAY IN SCHOOL Location: REAL LIFE IS AROUND THE CORNER on Aug 4, 2008 at 03:17 PM
I think these jumpsuits are a great idea. If a kid can't follow simple rules in school then how can they be expected to follow the rules set forth in society. Maybe some parents will start paying more attention to what their little student is wearing to school, or better yet stop buying them the clothes that do not meet school dress codes, then all would be good and they wouldn't be worrying about the school making them wear the jumpsuit. The saggy pants has no place in school or work. I also agree about the cheerleader skirts on the same hand perfomance or not even at a game it is still a school function so the dress code still applies to all. I am a firm believer that if it applies to one it applies to all.
Posted by: Mike Location: Waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 03:00 PM
To Try It. Get a life. Get off welfare and stop spending my money on your kids so they can wear name brand clothes. You Welfare types are just as bad as the illegals. Draining our system because your to dang lazy to work. You know you are welfare baby. I heard about you. Seems you tell to many people what you post on websites and dont use your real name.
Posted by: susiebw Location: kempner on Aug 4, 2008 at 01:42 PM
When they refuse to abide by school dress codes they are being disruptive, rebellious, disobedient, and disrespectful! The jumpsuits seem more than fair, they haven't been sent home, they haven't gotten "licks", so what is the problem?
Posted by: GO FOR IT Location: Waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 01:02 PM
Hey TRY IT, Do you know what your kids are wearing when they leave the house?? I think it is a great idea!
Posted by: GLC Location: Waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 12:08 PM
This is great. All schools should use jumpsuits. The only ones that have a problem with it are the ones who are not going to follow the rules anyway and do nothing but cause trouble. Let them start dressing in prison attire so they can get use to it. If a parent doesn't like it put them in one too.
Posted by: Parent Location: Waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 11:02 AM
If this was going on down here you all would have a different opinion on the matter
Posted by: Angie Location: Waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 10:29 AM
If these kids would follow the rules to begin with they wouldn't have to worry about wearing the jumpsuits. Step up parents and be responsible for what your kids are wearing to school then this won't be an issue. The schools are there to teach your kids not raise them.
Posted by: Mother of Three Location: Temple on Aug 4, 2008 at 10:11 AM
Wonderful idea!! If my daughter/sons somehow snuck out in something like what they are describing (spaghetti straps/mini skirts/extra baggy pants) then I would praise the school for putting them in one. I think all they're trying to do is cover up what the kids are trying so hard to show. That's a GOOD thing IMO because some kids are getting out of control and parents are letting them. "TRY IT" you're missing the point. School should be about the kids getting an education, not what they are wearing.... and I would be ashamed if my kids wore some of the clothes I see kids in these days. I certainly wouldn't be coming down on the administators. And don't mechanics wear blue jumpsuits too?? And farmers?? And painters?? They sell them at Wal-Mart!! :)
Posted by: newintexas Location: ft. hood on Aug 4, 2008 at 10:08 AM
I think that dress codes are an excellent idea and violators of the code need to have a punishment. I would prefer school uniforms in public schools. I teach in an elementary school and I am constantly amazed at what parents dress their young students in. What junior high and high school students are "allowed" to wear is completely inappropriate. The schools need to put boundaries in place since students and parents can't seem to make good decisions for themselves.
Posted by: News Watcher Location: Waco on Aug 4, 2008 at 10:03 AM
I like Tex's response; makes sense. Thanks Tex.
Posted by: me Location: copperas cove on Aug 4, 2008 at 09:57 AM
I have two sons both in high school. I do not allow them to dress crazy for school. They do wear bigger pants than I like but they wear a belt witht hose pants. The wear collared shirts and are "clean cut". My daughter is 7 and she doesn't even wear dresses or skirts to school at all period. She wears pants. I do think ALL schools should use a standardized dress code. Just my opinion. If the kids would respect the school and its rules then they would not have to wear a blue jumpsuit.
Posted by: Tex on Aug 4, 2008 at 09:20 AM
I think its a good idea,some parents don't have enough thinking skills of their own therefore teach their kids to think the same way.What people need to remember School is a place to learn,not a fashion show, what good does it do to dress a certain way if your failing all of your classes and your always in trouble acting like a fool.Besides some of these kids parent dress in the same jump suits,but white in color with the letters t.d.c. written in black on them. learn the rules and obey the rules and you won't have to worry about having to wear the suit.
Posted by: A Location: Texas on Aug 4, 2008 at 08:47 AM
TRY IT Location: BUDDY ~~~~ I would say to home-school your kids if you don't like the dress codes. But I won't recommend it after seeing your grammar!
Posted by: Ann Marie Wagner Location: Waco on Aug 3, 2008 at 08:51 PM
I think all schools should resort to this. The main purpose of school is to prepare the person for work or college. Mini skirts, strap tanks are all a destraction to learning plain and simple not to mention it leads to remarks, unwanted attention, and that leads to problems at school with harrassment, false accusations and stuff a school Principle should not have to deal with in today's rough economic times. As a former member of Armed Forces, wearing a uniform puts everybody on same playing field regardless of race or socioeconmic background. Mini skirts and strapless tanks, and boys pants falling to the ankles have no place in a school or any work environment where they would expect to earn a decent wage plain and simple!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish we had uniforms in school that way everyone is equal and can focus on learning an less on the girl who is dying for attention in her short skirt.
Posted by: TRY IT Location: BUDDY on Aug 3, 2008 at 08:07 PM
I'D LIKE TO SEE SOMEONE TRY TO PUT SOMETHING LIKE THAT ON ONE WANNA MY KIDS AND SEE WHAT HAPPENS. DRESS CODE OR NOT. SOUNDS LIKE THEY ARE JUST MAKING THESE RULES TO HUMILIATE KIDS MORE BECAUSE THEY WERE PROBALLY TEASED ABOUT WHAT THEY WORE IN SCHOOL. I DON'T THINK SO!!!!!!! :)~
Posted by: Jonti Location: Killeen on Aug 3, 2008 at 02:57 PM
KISD has a fairly strict dress code. However, it is NOT enforced.
Posted by: hall monitor Location: ny, ny on Aug 3, 2008 at 02:12 PM
This jumpsuit story made http://detentionslip.org! Check it out for all the crazy headlines from our schools.
Posted by: N/A Location: TX on Aug 3, 2008 at 11:49 AM
They are just getting them ready for there furture. Most of them will be dressed in prison jumpsuits anyway!!!
Posted by: Rick Location: CT on Aug 3, 2008 at 09:14 AM
Susie, my daughter was on a drill team and had a uniform that included a short skirt. However, they were not allowed to wear these uniforms everyday during school hours and in classrooms. They didn't even practice in them. The cheerleader/drill team uniforms are for performance only. This dress code policy is a great idea and I hope more districts will adopt it.
Posted by: Public health administrator Location: College Station on Aug 2, 2008 at 11:22 PM
This is an absolute waste of time and money for the school district. Focus on more important things. Yes, kids are worried about what they look like- but that is always going to be the case and putting prision suits on them is not going to change that. Kids will still be kids and they are still going to find ways to have a popular and nonpopular crowd etc. with or without the fashion side of things. Stop wasting your time on such trivial issues- send the kids home and make them change if they violate the dress code. These children are not prisioners and they should not be treated that way.
Posted by: state employee Location: gatesville on Aug 2, 2008 at 08:52 PM
what about a tour of a prison and please send them to sagregation.
Posted by: LeAnn Location: LaVega on Aug 2, 2008 at 05:24 PM
You don't have anything to worry about if you follow the rules. Just wear something decent and you'll be OK.
Posted by: Bob Location: Waco on Aug 2, 2008 at 04:12 PM
Maybe this will get them to follow the dress code. Midway gives the students sweats that say, "I love Midway." Not much of a deterrent. If all schools used school uniforms, there would be a lot less dress code violations.
Posted by: Susie Location: Central Texas on Aug 2, 2008 at 03:15 PM
If this is the case (girls in miniskirts)...then the cheerleaders and drill team members SHOULD be wearing the same jump suits! Their skirts are a violation TOO!
Posted by: William Location: Waco on Aug 2, 2008 at 02:51 PM
I think the jumpsuits should be either a bright orange or better yet, pink. That will make ole Bubba with his ear-ring quite lov-erly.
Posted by: William Location: Salado on Aug 2, 2008 at 02:17 PM
Stop crying, they are there for an education not a fashion statement. Let's make all schools have uniforms, it would cost us parents less for school cloths, and the schools won't have to have so many rules for the dress codes.
Posted by: ras Location: CenTex on Aug 2, 2008 at 02:07 PM
More power to the district. Public education should be treated more like a privilege than a right. Everyone can not afford to send their children to private schools where the low-life is screened out. Teachers and other students should not have put up with the disruptive element. If my kid screwed up I would not bring them clothes, I'd tell them to wear what the school offered and make better decisions in the future.
Posted by: C Location: Bellmead on Aug 2, 2008 at 01:57 PM
I thing this is an excellent idea, maybe the kids will concentrate more on the class room and not fashion, which has gone totally out the window. 2 thumbs up for this school district
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Central Texas on Aug 2, 2008 at 01:37 PM
Finally a school district with common sense! I congratulate the Gonzales I.S.D. Now, to fix this problem for the rest of the state, cut their funding until they put this exact dress code policy in place!
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