School Bans Student's Purity Ring

It's time we all take a breath and begin to live like we cared about what is going on in our schools and find out exactly what our youngsters are being taught. It's high time that we quit letting the minority dictate to the majority and to parents on how our children should think, what they should say,what they should believe in, how they can dress, what they should eat and drink,. Schools and teachers are funded by us and are there because we want them to teach our children information. We are the parent, not them. What happened to the voices of the parents in the schools. Get back in the program parents and set your teachers and administrators straight. Attend some meetings, vote for what rules you want your children to abide by, SPEAK UP. It is high time we begin to think for ourselves again and defend our religions, our freedoms, speak out when our elected officials become self promoting and self satisfying, rather then looking out for the best interest of it's own citizens. Enough. Leave the child alone and let her have her own ideals and dreams, she seems to know what is required of her for now; and teachers, start teaching what you are supposed to be teaching instead of destroying our youth of today with your outlandish, self promoting ideas. That's not what you are there for. Let our youth begin to think again, set goals for themselves, be proud of themselves. You do a disservice to all parents and people who have put you in a position of trust. Your frivoulous rules do nothing but destroy their will for free thinking and to have the ability to set standards for themselves beyond the normal scope. You are part of the problem.
A Free thinker

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The article states that this happened in the UK. The UK does NOT have separation of church and state laws, so our laws don't apply to them.

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Wow! what a great idea, a ring for your virginity. How noble. How about we allow kids to were a ring for brushing your teeth everyday, or a going to bed on time ring. I got a ring for them to wear how about the going to school to learn and pay attention and study and understand your lessons because their are no outside distractions like rings and religions and other outside mindfucks! You go to school to learn and advance. Focus on that.

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This isn't about religion, this is about what some celeb has done. she's admitted it herself stating that she only started doign it after exposure to the Jonas Brothers. the School has a dress code which prohibits the wearing of rings and they have justified their reasoning behind it. so based on this, they are bound by their own dress codes to enforce the rule.

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What everyone is forgetting is that this is America. When foreigners come to our country, they should adhere to our ways. When you visit some Middle Eastern countries, you are required to wear their head scarves.

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Hey ...no offense but really....does your intellectual wellbeing depend on how much you say FUCK....in a sentence....I agree with you ...but you must a dirty closet....

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Leave the girl alone and quit trying to control people. If the girl isn't hurting someone or herself is nobody's da**ed business. Too many people in this world trying to inflict their ideas on everybody else. This applies ten times to muslums.

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Their problem isn't with the symbolism of the ring, but with rings on finges in general as a safety hazard, not just a dress code matter (they don't allow rings on many assembly lines either for the same reason).

So my reacion would be to find something that is not a safety hazard and put the purity symbol on that.

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Katty If the purity thing is in the heart and she doesn't need the ring, then so too are the head scarves a thing of the heart and do not need to be worn in school. But of course we have to make exceptions for the muslims because you people are all terrified of them and/or are bigoted towards christians.

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If the purity thing is a matter of the heart as Katty said and she doesn't need the ring, then so too are the head scarves a matter of what is in the heart and they don't need to wear them in school either. Unless of course we are bowing down in cowardice to the muslims only and are bigoted towards chriatians.

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In the first place what givres schools the right to enforce dress codes. where is are freedom to where what we want to scool with in reason. ifeel the schools are spending to much time on dress codes then on eduscation. we need more from our theaters then you wearing the wrong cloths. i think we all should put a stop tp this redicklaus dress codss

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Purity rings have no meaning whatsoever in the Christian faith -- it's just a fad some Christians have recently adopted. The way I see it, her attachment to it is no different than the worship of a false idol, since she's claiming it "represents" her faith. Never mind that the bible specifically bans such behavior in the commandments. You'd think a Christian would see the connection, but then again, who can possibly keep up with today's quasi-Christians at the rate they keep making up examples of "persecution?"

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While I agree the young lady should be able to wear her symbol of purity, I think her 'reasoning' argument is weak and lacks sincerity...the reason behind an ISLAMIC headscarf was NOT a fad started by a boy band! It's symbolism and the faith it takes to wear it is MUCH deeper...comparing the two is not only superficial it deminishes the young lady's RIGHT to wear it...perhaps her mother should be giving her conviction with the gift of pride in her virginity because the girl's comments sound like they smack of animosity.

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If the ring is "extremely dangerous in PE, technology or science lessons", have her take it off *then*. She can hand it to the teacher, put it on a necklace under her shirt or, oh! Here's an idea. The kid could put it in her pocket for those classes! She's twelve, so it's not hypocritical like it would be for some people. Yes celebrities got her started, but it's a religious thing by now. She said it herself that she believed in the message they were trying to get across. Are they going to make the Muslin kids take off their headpieces because they obstruct vision during gym class? I don't think so. If she wants to wear the ring to English class then let her.

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I'm trying to understand how a ring--or pretty much any piece of jewelry--could be considered "dangerous" in a classroom setting. You might not want to wear jewelry in PE class because it could get caught on something or inhibit movement. It might also be a good idea to remove jewelry in science labs too. But during a math or humainities class when all you're doing is sitting at a desk working sums or reading a book or taking notes, where is the danger?
I'm married. I wear three rings virtually all the time--my wedding band, my engagement ring, and another ring on my right hand. I am also a professional musician--my hands are my life; however, my jewelry does not impede my ability to do my job, and I have never felt that my rings were "dangerous." I take them off when I shower and wash dishes and do yard work, but that's about it. Unless these purity rings shoot poison darts at teens who decide not to abstain, I wouldn't call them "dangerous." And they are certainly less dangerous than head scarves.

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GG, what makes you think that her wearing this ring is the same as worshipping a false god? I suppose the same is true of people wearing wedding rings? No, of course its not, and neither is it true in her case. A person doesn't have to wear a wedding ring to be married, but it does show others that they are married and reminds them of their promise to their spouse. The ring to this girl is simply a symbol of her decision and promise to remain pure until marriage. I say, "Hurray for this young girl having the faith to do this and the courage not to care what others think." I see it as a wonderful way to show publicly this decision and be an example to others to remain pure. You do think its okay to be a good example to others, right? I think the Jonas Bros. are a great example to the youth of this country by stating outloud that they intend to remain pure and then wearing a ring as a reminder. You are right that this ring is not required to be a Christian, but what IS required is faith in God and obedience to His commands. And that is just what she is showing, her faith. If it goes against the school rules, then I suggest she wear it on a chain around her neck so as not to break the rules (or do they not allow necklaces either?). I've never heard of a school not allowing rings. She could surely arrange with the school to take her ring off during PE class. If not, then yes, she should obey the school's rules. But I still say "bravo" to her for her faith, and I hope we have many more who stand up and show their faith in days and years to come.

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I myself wear a purity ring. And yes, I discovered them thanks to Kevin, Nick, and Joe Jonas and loved what the rings stood for. The only time my ring comes off is when I get into a pool, lake, etc. so there is no chance of losing it. I DO wear it at school, even during labs involving chemicals which we do a lot in my science class. No, I do not attend a religious school. It is not a private school either. I think it is horrible that the school made such a big deal about this, it is uncalled for. In my opinion, it sounds like the school has nothing better to do than to pick on this poor girl and her beliefs. It COULD be worse. She could be going around with a shirt saying, "Jesus Loves You" and yelling it through the halls. But no, she is simply wearing a ring. A ring that sends a great message. I personally think she should be allowed to wear it, and the school should get off her back.

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People on all sides need to cool down. Muslims get to wear the headscarves because it is an aspect of their daily life that has been in place for thousands of years and shows their respect for God. The purity ring phenomena is currently a fad (a good idea and an admirable promise to oneself) but is not an integral part of the religion-more of a promise. Also, no rings of any kind are allowed due to safety concerns-not because it's a purity ring. She can live without the ring while she's in school. I am 26 and still a virgin and can tell you a ring will not stop someone from having sex-it's like saying wedding rings always stop an affair. Abstinence is a decision you have to make for yourself and one must have conviction in themself and their beliefs to remain a virgin. The ring is a symbol. It's like the cross-a symbol of your faith but not neccessary (headscarves are considered a required part of the religion). And for all of you who are bashing Muslims-Stop and Grow Up. If you don't like the headscarves, maybe we should re-think "Christmas Break" so we don't offend other religions. I'm a Christian but I believe in separation of church and state because of all of the different religions. After all, I thought that being a Christian meant loving even the person we despise-not act self righteous and holier than thou. But what do I know; I just listen to Jesus' teachings from God, but then again he hung out with tax collectors and prostitutes.

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