High School Dress Code

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High school dress codes are too strict. More specifically Oak Harbor High School 's dress code is too strict. The Benton-Carroll-Salem School District Student Handbook specifies, “All students are expected to dress in a manner not to interfere with the teaching/ learning process”. A manner that does not interfere with the teaching and learning process is then clearly stated. For example, “Skirts/Shorts must not exceed 3``above the knee…,” and, “Holes are not permitted above fingertip length”. I, a student at Oak Harbor High School, have noticed that the school staff has become obsessed with ensuring that the dress code is followed. It is understandable to want students to dress in an appropriate manner, but is it not understandable to cause