On September 11, 2001, about a dozen men dressed in yellow coats and pants ran up to a building to rescue people that were either trapped inside or jumping to avoid the heat arising from the flames. This incident changed the history of not only the United States but also of every fire department around the country. It gave new meaning to the word bravery, honor, and respect. Now every time a man or woman puts on that same uniform worn by those courageous individuals that are representing those people.
             When wearing a uniform regardless of the service or organization you belong to you should have the utmost respect for it (especially if you are in an academy or boot camp like setting). Those who are going through a training period to earn the right to wear an official logo or uniform should always go above and beyond the call of duty to keep it properly cleaned, pressed, and presentable. With the idea kept in mind that not only are they not yet capable of wearing something with such high honors or prestige, but that a uniform that is dirty, wrinkled, or anything else simply proves to those who are training these individuals that not only do you not care about the valor of the uniform. But you also do not care about those who have come before you and risked and given their lives daily in that uniform.
             The public perception of The Fire Academy is greatly influenced by what is seen. Therefore the complete uniform must be worn every day in attendance of the academy. This Company has adopted a professional style of dress to project a professional image. The appearance specifications that serve to be responsible for the Company image while allowing individual choices. The wearing of a James Shern uniform is an important factor in building a sense of Career identity and belonging. Neatness and cleanliness are a very important part of growth and development. Cadets that are part of this special lear
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