[Torie]

Appearance and attire affects behavior (I think that is fairly well documented), and it does so in schools. That is why uniforms exist, in schools in some places, including public ones, and elsewhere. Yes I favor school vouchers. But pending that, we have to make do with what we have.

[Rocksalt]

Some places uniforms exist to prevent class differences. Competition over who has the most expensive clothes becomes more important that the schoolwork. I never wanted to attend a school where uniforms were worn. Reminds me too much of Hitler Youth and forced conformity. We are all entitled to our own opinions on this though,and I respect yours.