"Impact of Dress Code on LGBTQ+ Students' Well-being at Compostela National High

School (Day Class)"

Purpose of the study: The purpose is to investigate the impact of dress code policies
on the well-being of LGBTQ+ students attending Compostela National High School
(Day Class).

Reason for conducting the study: The study aims to understand how dress code
policies may affect the mental health and overall well-being of LGBTQ+ students,
particularly in a school setting.

Related literature: Existing literature on dress code policies, LGBTQ+ student

experiences, and mental health outcomes serves as the background for this research,
providing context and insight into the topic.

Variables studied: The study examines the relationship between dress code policies
(independent variable) and the well-being of LGBTQ+ students (dependent variable).

Methodologies: The research utilizes qualitative methods such as surveys,

interviews, and focus groups to gather data on LGBTQ+ students' experiences and
perceptions regarding dress code policies.

Significance: The study seeks to shed light on the potential impact of dress code
policies on the mental health and overall well-being of LGBTQ+ students, informing
school policies and interventions to create a more inclusive environment.

Dependent and independent variables: The dependent variable is the well-being of

LGBTQ+ students, while the independent variable is the dress code policies enforced
by the school.

Objectives: The objectives include examining the experiences of LGBTQ+ students

with dress code policies, assessing the impact of these policies on their well-being,
and proposing recommendations for more inclusive policies.

Scope and limitation: The study focuses specifically on LGBTQ+ students attending
Compostela National High School (Day Class), limiting its generalizability to other
populations. Additionally, factors beyond dress code policies may also influence
LGBTQ+ students' well-being.
Statement of the problem: The study aims to explore the impact of dress code policies
on the well-being of LGBTQ+ students at Compostela National High School (Day
Class), considering the potential implications for their mental health and overall
experience.

Research method: Qualitative research methods, including surveys, interviews, and

focus groups, were employed to gather in-depth data on LGBTQ+ students'
experiences with dress code policies.

Inspiration for conducting the study: Concerns over the potential discriminatory
effects of dress code policies on LGBTQ+ students' well-being and the lack of research
in this area inspired the investigation.

Research design: The research adopts a qualitative exploratory design, allowing for
an in-depth exploration of LGBTQ+ students' experiences and perspectives regarding
dress code policies.

Responders/Participants: Participants include LGBTQ+ students enrolled in

Compostela National High School's Day Class, selected through purposive sampling
to ensure the representation of diverse experiences and perspectives.