AKRON, Ohio-Akron Public Schools will suspend its uniform requirement for grades K-8 for the 2024-2025 school year, marking the fourth consecutive year of suspension. The decision, voted 6-0 with one member absent, aims to provide flexibility for families amid the pandemic. Board members expressed a desire to update the policy for future years to avoid annual reconsideration.
A recent survey revealed that only about 37% of respondents support the return of uniforms, prompting the district to gather community feedback before finalizing the decision.
