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School Bans of Crocs Threaten Dominance of Kids’ Favorite Shoes
The company says its footwear are an all-day, everyday shoe, but schools increasingly disagree.
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Crocs Inc. grew into an $8 billion company and rose to Justin Bieber-level fame by providing a quick, comfortable option for kids and teens to slip on and dash to school. But now, an increasing number of schools are banning the clogs due to what they say are safety hazards and distractions.
“Whenever someone mentions a foot injury, the first thing everyone says is, ‘I bet you they were wearing Crocs,’” said Oswaldo Luciano, who has two kids and works as a school nurse in New York, referring to his group chats with other nurses across the state. He added he agrees with the bans, citing safety concerns.