EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) - An El Paso middle school is banning students from wearing all-black clothing due to it being associated with mental health issues.
A letter sent to parents by Charles Middle School principal Nick DeSantis stated that the clothing is "associated with depression and mental health issues.".
However, parents have taken to comment online stating that they disagree with the new policy, and that color doesn't define a person's mental state.
Another comment by Peter Benecke Jr. says, “Wearing black is not a mental health issue, it’s the way of life.”.
KFOX14 asked the El Paso Independent School District, which created the new policy, and it issued a statement saying:.
Charles Middle School is updating its uniform policy to enhance students' well-being and sense of pride.
The dress code changes were a response to concerns and recommendations brought forward by the stakeholders of Charles Middle School. »