Recently as a member of the Parliament of Victoria’s Education and Training Committee, I chaired the Upper House hearings where 128 students from 30 Government schools across Victoria came to present their views on school uniforms in the Parliamentary chambers.
It was a highly informative and enjoyable experience for me where I had the opportunity to directly talk and interact with a great many young people form across Victoria.
I was especially pleased to be able to meet students from Stockdale Road Primary School, Traralgon. Pictured with me are students Lachlan Aitken, Abbey Shaw, Amanda Beattie (in front), Sarah VanDorssen, Rebecca O'Connor and Mr Nazih Elasmar, M.L.C.
The Students discussed school uniforms, and how it affects students in their day to day lives. Issues covered in the mock Bill included enforcement of uniform policies, equity and anti-discrimination issues, health and safety, community consultation, and uniform costs and purchasing.
2 comments:
So is there an actual inquiry into school uniforms? What's the plan, compulsory uniforms for all schools? I think it's probably a decent idea.
The committee has still to consider all the options and submissions on the table, once I have some more information I will post it on the blog.
Thanks for your feedback
Peter
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