A secondary school in Wermelskirchen, Germany, banned the use of sweatpants by its male and female students. According to the direction of the educational institution, the use of this type of pants, instead of more traditional uniforms, can interfere with the students' ability to learn.
Unlike what happens in other European countries, such as the United Kingdom and Scandinavian countries, such as Sweden and Norway, in Germany school uniforms are not mandatory.
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Despite the strong criticism it has been receiving from the media, the Wermelskirchen school remains firm in the decision taken and the position adopted.
Can wearing a school uniform interfere with learning?
The answer is a sure no. The use of school uniforms has nothing to do with the students' ability to learn.
However, it is worth noting that this custom adopted centuries ago is a way of organizing everyday life. school, which, in a way, can contribute to the discipline of students, especially the most young people.
Not only the use, but also the format of the uniforms, varies from country to country, being more formal in some places and more relaxed in others.
As an example, schools in England have used uniforms since the 16th century. The pieces that make up these uniforms are usually of social style, including blazers and vests for boys and pleat skirts (pleated) for girls.
In some Asian countries, such as China, Japan and Malaysia, the requirements of the uniform even reach the type of haircut used by students.
In Malaysia and China, for example, boys cannot wear long hair, while girls must wear more sober hairstyles, such as ponytails and buns.
Despite the rigidity, the determining factors for a student's success are their level of student discipline, assiduous study and dedication to the disciplines passed on by the professors.
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