Reply #26: Teaching it is one thing. [View All]

[Igel]

Wearing it is another.

My kid's school is a "color coordinated" school. A bit of Newspeak for a flexible uniform policy. Tops/shirts: Any solid color, trim must be the exact same color as the rest of the shirt. Pants can be blue denim, navy, brown khaki, or white. No diamonds, decals, etc., on pants or shirts, pants may not sag, must be down to knee, and shirts must cover waistband or be tucked in. Shoes have to be closed-toe (no further restrictions), socks are mandatory but otherwise unrestricted. Officially no logos, designs, prints, etc., are allowed, although they've relented and said "logos" that are embroidered or sewn on by the manufacturer--but aren't messages as such--are ok as long as they measure no more than 2" x 2". Violate the rules, and the kid heels it in the principal's office until the parents show up with a change of clothing.

They'd ban this shirt, as well. And it's Constitutional, 'cause it's message neutral and serves an "important government purpose."