New Uniform Proposal - Thornhill School - New Uniform Proposal

I would be in favour of a change. Navy would be a good choice.

Yes , navy n black , both lovely, can't decide, never really liked the the uniform you've got now, would welcome the change ????

I agree that we should get a new uniform. Maybe 50 years is enough.

Don't change your.... uniform is distinctive as it stands out not the same as every other school

Thornhill uniform is unique and it would lose its identity if it were to changed!

“It looks like you’re going to a funeral” “I hate it” These are just two of many negative comments about the new uniform proposed. The majority asked seems against this archaic and vulgar tragedy, and I am with them for many reasons. Firstly, if the uniform was to change what else would have to change? Throughout the school, the noticeable maroon colour can be seen on room placards, display boards and even the curtains of the stage. If the school’s colour scheme was to be changed, the school would have to spend thousands of pounds upon changing all of the things what represents us. I’m sure that you would agree that this money could be better spent on resources or improving our facilities. I cannot believe you are going to destroy 49 years of tradition, just because a minority disagree. Since 1966, the school’s pupils have all been united through that uniform. Young and old are brought together through this very uniform. If it is changed, you are destroying a lifetime of memories, and a wealth of experiences. No longer will children be able to relate with their parents’ school life. The main problem with the change in uniform, is that it would make our school bland and lifeless. We are the only school in the North East with that uniform, making us unique and easily recognised. As a community we strive for our school to do better and it is seen as one of constant merit. As unlikely as it seems the Maroon blazer is a big part of the picture; without the maroon blazer, the black/navy is just like every other school in the world. The maroon blazer is what makes our school what it is. As an individual I do not understand why you would need to make unnecessary deteriorations to something which is already fine. This uniform is our image. Don’t ruin it. Yours Sincerely, Lynette Steel 10B2

I generally think that they should not change the uniform for many reasons! 1. The maroon colour has been with the school for nearly 50 years! 2. It is a unique colour, no other school in sunderland has this colour, stand out from the croud! 3. If it is changed, then nearly half of the school will be wearing the new uniform and the other half will be wearing the old uniform! 4. why spend money re-inforcing the uniform, when money could be spent else wear in the school! 5. They would have to change the badge and it would just be a hassle! I have been in this school 4 years, im nearly into my last year at school, i dont want to see these changes made. i want to remember thornhill for the unique blazers, not for changing! I am glad that the year 10s and 11s dont have to change thier uniform, because i wont be. I want to walk out of that school in year 11 with the blazer that i walked in with on the first day!!!! This is just my opinion! 6. You sholdnt have to spend loads of money on NEW uniform when you have a perfectly good one!! Beetroot (as they say) All the way!!!! Thornhill School Lucy Dixon 10B2

Defo navy but not with grey trousers

Black! My son starts in September and easier to get a black blazer than navy

I think our uniform is very distinctive and as a former pupil I'm always proud to see it around Sunderland. I think the black and navy looks just like all the rest - very generic.

Maroon is so much better than black or navy. Keep it the same maby just jazz up the badge or something.

Keep the original style and stay distinctive. Too many dark uniforms around.

The new uniform looks so good in my opinion, I think it would make our school look so distinctive with the black colours. My best friend Lee Mills was modelling the new threads and he looked so good in them!!!

It has came to my attention that many pupils are anxious about the change and unsure as to why the school has decided to change after numerous years of using the traditional maroon. Me and Lee are amongst that majority and me in particular, we have came to a joint decision we aren't in favour of the above options, pupils must unite. Together we can express our feelings! Together we are strong, also i agree tremendously with Harry Barnes about his opinion.

Please don't change it D:

bad idea changing uniform thornhill will just blend in with the rest.

Many earlier comments have referred to the unique colour of Thornhill's uniform. Why change? Should we not embrace and celebrate 50 years and look forward to proudly wearing our historic uniform over the next 50 years ?

Yes

Don't cchangfe its different I'd rather look like a beetroot than look like everyone else

i th1ks 1ts c1ass me like

To change this uniform would be an absolute tragedy! Why break a 50 year tradition. Our uniform stand out from all the other schools make us unique and the colour of our uniform bring together the young and old. I am very proud to wear maroon To change the uniform would be destroying many fond memories the pupils have shared during the school experience.

whyi al de4o buy it hehe

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i lab it

Why cant we just keep the maroon man. It makes me feel special. Everyone comment #Beetroots4Lyfe

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I lyk da new unifom mon B)

I love it because its nice :)

This isn't a modernisation of the uniform, it's a colour change. Why? Who decided we needed a change? Why not modernise the old one? And talk to us first!

What's celebrating 50 years about changing the uniform?

Since writing my first comment I have changed my mind and over the years of my boy's attending this school I have getin to like the uniform , I don't think u should change it , I think u should make slight changes ie the pe kit is awful, but overall I have grew to like the beetroot x

wow i would come back 2 school for this uniform

Thornhill uniform is unique, with braiding for house officers, peer mentors etc. As an ex pupil I know that I was proud to wear the uniform and attribute my successful career to Thornhill! Don't become the majority, stay unique!

I luv it lyk, it's proper mint lyk!!! I mite get me sell 1 if I can afford it lyk! #LivingForBeetroot #RollOnNextYearLike! #JennieJCat99

I think it's okay but that grey skirt is vile it would be better if it was black cause then it would go with the tights and blazer. But for those who don't want this uniform should be allowed to carry in wearing the one we have now for at least a year x

I want to keep our uniform as it is there's no need to change!

Why aye it should change it's manky as owt maroon

I would defo buy this me I cant understand why you don't like it it looks well sick mate

I say keep the maroon uniform. As others have said, it's unique to Thornhill and part of its identity. Grey/black/navy....too run of the mill!

I think the school should change the uniform as its been 50 years since they picked maroon. Me and Ryan Barker would love to wear the new uniform as it look better and much cooler. I think all the negative comments about the uniform is because there not used to the idea yet but it will have to be changed even if its not now so people will have to get used to it.

I think it looks fabulous