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In reply to the discussion: Kentucky student violates high school dress code with exposed collarbone [View all]Gormy Cuss
(30,884 posts)It's not any different from other decisions principals make, they must withstand the scrutiny of the school board. Principals also have to contend with parents, another limiting factor in their decision-making.
It's not that hard and kids, although they may not admit it, quickly understand the boundaries. What that young woman in the OP is wearing should not violate a high school dress code. That's ridiculous. dsc suggested that the violation was called because she was only wearing the tank/under-layer of the sweater set but in context that doesn't appear to be case -- it was this bizarre collar bone exposure rule. If this were my child I'd be on the phone to the whole school board AFTER telling the principal how stupid this dress code stipulation is.
eta: I was part of a group of students who forced the issue in my SD, so I know that arguing can effect change.