Dear Parents,                                                     March 2008

 

As some of you may know, we are currently exploring the possibility of having PE uniforms at Prairie High School.  The Health and Fitness Department would like to have uniforms for the following reasons:

 

1)    PE uniforms allow easy identification of PHS students on campus which provides for a safer environment.

2)    PE uniforms bring credibility to the program when all students are dressed alike and have the same dress standards.

3)    PE uniforms promote school spirit and a sense of belonging.

4)    The cost of the uniform is cheaper than the cost at a sporting goods store.  (The uniform set is $16 and includes screen printed cardinal color T-shirt and black mesh shorts with name bars on both.)

5)    PE uniforms prevent a loss of self-esteem regarding expense, fashion, or newest trend.

6)    PE uniforms provide safety from injury to self and others since they are free of zippers, buckles, and other metal attachments.

7)    PE uniforms have all students dressed properly according to the school dress code.

8)    Teachers know that students are ready to participate and are wearing attire that should only be worn in and during the departmental classes.

 

We are looking at the following possibility:

Students would wear black mesh shorts in various sizes with two different inseams for boys and girls.  The shorts will contain a name bar area.  We will also purchase cardinal T-shirts in various sizes that have a yellow Prairie Falcon graphic in the middle with the words “Prairie” above it and “Falcons” below it.  There will also be a name bar area for teachers to write the student’s name.  Cost for one shirt and one short is approximately $16.  They will also pay for their lock rental ($2) and their activity fee ($2).  All fees can be  paid in the ASB office.  Extra shorts or T-shirts can be purchased if the student desires.  All students will be expected to wear cardinal T-shirts and black shorts with name bars whether they decide to purchase Health & Fitness Department apparel or not.

 

 

We seek your feedback so please take a moment to place a check mark below.  Your input is valuable to us.

Sincerely,

PHS Health & Fitness Department

 

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