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Students Model School Uniforms
Some schools will try anything to get kids excited about school uniforms. Willow Elementary in San Ysidro, California, hosted a fashion show to display the children's new uniforms. But maybe it wasn't such a bad idea. After a ten minute choreographed walk down the catwalk, 42 kindergartens through sixth graders were met with cheers and applause by parents. Interviews with students afterward showed the event did a lot to increase the students' appreciation for their school uniforms.
Itzel Dunn, an 11 year old sixth grader, added a blue beret to her jumper and blouse ensemble commenting, "It's pretty and it looks nice." Other students wore sweatshirts, windbreakers, polo shirts and slacks, and one student model even twirled an umbrella.
The message that the principal wanted to communicate was that there's room for individuality even when you have to dress like everyone else. Convincing parents and students of the value of school uniforms wasn't easy. Parents began to warm up to the idea after they witnessed certain benefits, such as affordability and simplicity. Students were a tougher sell, but the fashion show certainly peaked their interest.
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Isaac Grauke is the Sales and Marketing Manager for Hall Closet Uniforms and Apparel, http://www.hallclosetuniforms.com
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