I am a 16 year old girl that attends Burlingame High School and I am petitioning for a change to a the dress code.
The current dress code is outdated. It shames women for the clothing they wear. Being unable to wear a top with spaghetti straps on a hot day is not only unfair, it restricts freedom of expression. Additionally, most shorts sold today do not adhere to the dress code. The primary reason for these dress code restrictions is: concern that one may distract someone or incite bad behaviour. “no suggestive or revealing attire that would divert attention from the learning process or contribute to the inappropriate conduct by other students“
This dress code regulation is archaic. Women should not feel restricted or ashamed to wear short shorts, a tank top or a crop top out of concern for distracting other students. Students should be able to manage their distractions and impulses. High School is preparing us for the real world and respecting others in our community. Please join me in urging the administration to remove the dress code restrictions around strap width of a top or dress, short and skirt length and midriff exposure.