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Newspaper
Herald Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1967
Page
1
Todd Cox, 16, a junior, argues against school officials regulating student dress noting that hair length or skirt length does not affect education. He says teachers should focus on learning and show leniency in appearance rules. He believes fewer rules would curb rebellious style and reflect teens' morals.
Officials argue that a few students necessitate enforcing dress code. They warn that extreme hairstyles disrupt discipline and that mature students would comply with appropriate clothing while a minority defies expectations.
Mike Beeler, a senior, argues school authorities should guide student dress to avoid extreme unreasonableness. He says while students deserve freedom, attire that distracts or shows abuse of choice should be addressed to prevent calls for uniforms.
Sheila Norris, a sophomore, argues school authorities should intervene only in extreme cases to regulate appearance. She says students dress to gain self reliance and respect, and that enforcement is needed when a minority’s fashion distracts others, but not when most wear modest styles.
A commentator argues school authorities should regulate attire but not through strict rules. They urge teachers to question inappropriate outfits while allowing fashion to evolve, stressing mature student judgment and avoiding outdated dress restrictions.
The writer urges school authorities to regulate clothing and hair length. They propose a three month trial period during which students may dress freely. If attire proves ostentatious, officials would intervene to correct it.
The piece argues that hair length and skirts do not affect learning. It advocates school policies that avoid policing dress and favor uniforms or free clothing to reduce class distinctions and boost study focus. It cites home economics and hygiene as appropriate for appearance standards.
The School Section, a weekly Saturday feature, lists reporters and schools across Maryland and nearby areas. Names include Lydia Diaz Mindy Verduci Barbara Swaezy Cessie White plus editors Kathryn Conover and Beth Trott.
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