You will also realize how important it is to educate parents as well as students. So many of us have lost faith in our elders and our government, and, sadly, I am one of them. At my old high school, private security officers guard the doors. In our new building, we don't have clocks or pencil sharpeners. They will quickly become discouraged with the prison-like environment.
Schools ban certain clothes, colors, styles, accessories.
But perhaps what we wear on the outside reflects our fear, sadness, and loneliness on the inside. Perhaps, unconsciously, we feel protected when we wear certain clothes. With our leaders so clueless, we have no faith in their protection. I am constantly aware of adults' offensive stares, scorn, cold comments, and fear. The media portray us as bad guys.