student expression

All-black outfits, hoodies, Crocs, cell phones and mirrors. Some students are returning to school with new bans in effect

As a student who loves expressing themselves through their wardrobe, the recent bans on all-black clothing, hoodies, Crocs, and even mirrors at some schools are absolutely mind-boggling to me. The reasoning behind banning all-black outfits due to associations with mental health issues like depression is beyond ridiculous. How does the color of someone’s clothing reflect their mental state? It’s a clear case of missing the mark and failing to address the real issues at hand.

I vividly remember the absurd dress codes enforced at my high school, where the focus was on insignificant details like whether or not our shirts were tucked in or if our pants reached a certain length.… Continue reading