Regulation of Student Uniforms in Public Schools

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Act No. 3859: Regulation of Student Uniforms in Public Schools

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Regulation of Student Uniforms in Public Schools

Law: Act No. 3859

Decision Date: Nov 13, 1931

Philippine Law, Act No. 3859 authorizes the Director of Education to issue regulations for the use of affordable clothing by students in certain types of schools, repealing the previous Uniform Law, and taking effect in June 1932.

Requirements for Uniforms or Dresses

Prescribed dresses or uniforms must be made only of simple and economical materials.
Preference must be given to native products in the selection of materials.
The financial capacity of parents must be a key consideration in setting dress requirements.
No dresses or uniforms made of expensive materials such as silk or wool shall be prescribed.

Repeal of Previous Uniform Law

Act No. 34414, known as the Uniform Law, which previously authorized the issuance of dress regulations by the Director of Education and the President of the University of the Philippines, is expressly repealed.

Effective Date

The provisions of this Act take effect starting the school year beginning June 1932.

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