DRESS CODE

The hoodie, a staple of student fashion, is being banned at some New Jersey schools.

Some schools are telling students to leave their hooded sweatshirts in their lockers unless they want to be suspended.

The schools say students wearing hoods can conceal their identities from hallway cameras that might catch them cutting class or breaking into a locker.


But parents like Eileen Ballard of Atlantic County's Hamilton Township say it's unfair because enforcement is so complicated. She also says the sweatshirts can be a good way to for their kids stay warm.

Many would say its just a trend that will pass over in time and others would propose that this issue is a movement that goes beyond the limit of pants, but is it really that big of a problem to make it illegal? 

Now I understand that it's one thing for a school to have dress codes but it's a whole different topic to issue ordinances that would carry consequences and fines for citizens who aren't even breaking the law. 

Having to pull up your pants should not be punishable especially for those who cannot afford to buy new pants or event belt. 

Clothing regulations are simply a violation of citizens rights such as the first admendent under the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution. It states that all citizens of the United States have a right to freedom of speech. Expressing their beliefs and ideas through their apparel is their own decision. 

Bussiness owners, government buildings these places have the right to establish dress codes. But I should be able to wear my baggy pants in my front yard without fear of police harassment. DO YOU AGREE?