Attitudes of Parents about School Uniforms

Responses from 144 parents of fourth graders showed that 56% favored uniforms in public schools; most agreed that uniforms contributed to a conducive learning environment, promoted school spirit, and discouraged violence; and most disagreed that uniforms cost more than other types of clothing. (SK)

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Published in:Journal of family and consumer sciences 1999, Vol.91 (2), p.92
Main Authors: West, Charles K, Tidwell, Diane K, Bomba, Anne K, Elmore, Patsy Alexander
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Attitudes
Costs
Educational Environment
Elementary Education
Grade 4
Parent Attitudes
Parents & parenting
Public Schools
School Uniforms
Schools
Uniforms
Urban Schools
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Summary:Responses from 144 parents of fourth graders showed that 56% favored uniforms in public schools; most agreed that uniforms contributed to a conducive learning environment, promoted school spirit, and discouraged violence; and most disagreed that uniforms cost more than other types of clothing. (SK)
ISSN:1082-1651
2331-5369