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Are school IDs necessary?

Have you ever forgotten to wear your school ID in school? Most schools require IDs to enter the campus. The reason for having an ID is to know that the person is a member of the school. School IDs are necessary so it won't be difficult for the guards to inspect the person. These can also be used as proof that the person is still a student to ask for a discount in any form of payment. Having a school ID means that the student wants the custodian to be aware that he/she is from that school even if he/she is not wearing the school uniform.

School IDs should be worn in going to school because the place is dangerous if any outsider would be able to enter the campus since it's all children at school. It's the same with
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