DRESS CODE

Student dress should be such that it ensures a natural environment conducive to learning that protects the educational process. We always encourage our students to dress appropriately and wear clothing that is not disruptive to the school operation, and that does not interfere with classroom procedures. With these principles in mind, the following guidelines are in effect during instructional hours:

1. SHIRTS

a. Shirts must have a neckline that does not expose any portion of the breast.

Button-up shirts may be open only at the neck unless worn over a shirt that

meets the dress code.

b. Shirts worn outside the waistband must be of sufficient length that no

flesh is exposed when the student fully extends one arm above the head.

c. All shirts must have sleeves. No off - the - shoulder shirts allowed

d. Sweaters are permitted as long as they meet the dress code or are worn over a shirt that does. No off - the – shoulder sweaters allowed.

2. PANTS

a. Pants must be worn at the waist and be sized appropriately. No sagging.

b. No holes, rips or tears are permitted in “inappropriate” places (i.e., crotch, seat, etc.)

3. SHORTS

a. Shorts must reach the “mid-point” of the thigh, or below.

4. SKIRTS, DRESSES, AND JUMPERS

a. All skirts, dresses and jumpers must reach the top of the knee or longer.

b. The top of the dress must meet the shirt requirement of the dress code or have beneath it a  shirt that does.

c. Slits in skirts may not be longer than a dollar bill’s length above the knee.

5. COATS/JACKETS

a. All outerwear must be removed and put in your locker upon arrival at school. Students are not permitted to wear or carry these clothing articles with them during the day.

6. FACIAL PIERCING

a. Facial piercing is limited to ears and the piercing must be no larger than that required by a standard earring. (Tongue piercing is also not permitted.)

7. OTHER GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

a. All clothing should be clean and in good repair.

b. No see-through clothing or cutouts are permitted.

c. No head coverings are permitted. This includes hats, scarves, sweat bands, stockings, etc. Students may not have in their possession a hat or headwear during the day. These should be placed in your locker upon arrival at school.

d. No industrial or pet chains or collars around neck, wrists, or waist, or chains attached to wallets.

e. Clothing that displays the names or advertisements of drug, alcohol or tobacco products, profane, vulgar, violent, illegal, immoral, or hate messages, or sexual innuendo is prohibited.

    Examples of some inappropriate displays include but are not limited to the following:

    Sexual innuendoes –Hooters, Big Johnson, Coed Naked.

    Hate symbols – Nazi emblems, KKK.

    Illegal activities – "Drink till you drop," "The more I drink, the better you look."

    There are many other inappropriate slogans, so students who have a question about the appropriateness of their clothing should consult a building administrator.

f. Accessories must not disrupt the educational process or draw undue attentionto the individual. They must be free of offensive or suggestive words or graphics, and contain no reference to drugs, alcohol, or tobacco, Illegal/immoral substances or activities.

g. No observable lack of undergarments is permitted.

h. Shoes must be worn at all times.

i. Students are not allowed to wear, carry or display gang paraphernalia or items associated with gangs. Student attire cannot be modified (i.e. rolling up a pant leg), to display gang affiliation.

j No sunglasses may be worn or visible at any time during the day.

k. No unnatural hair coloring (i.e. pink, orange, purple, etc.) is permitted. Hairstyles must not draw undue attention to the individual.

l. Spirit group uniforms worn to attend class must meet all dress code requirements.

It is the discretion of the Administration and/or Faculty as to what is appropriate for the learning environment.  This includes whether garments are inappropriately tight or revealing. Any student wearing questionable attire will be reported to the administrator, and may be sent home to change.  In the event that a student wears clothing that violates the school’s dress code the following guidelines will apply:

FIRST OFFENSE: Warning and student will be required to change the clothing so that it is appropriate.

SECOND OFFENSE: Detention and student will be required to change clothing so that it is appropriate.

THIRD OFFENSE: ISS assigned and student will be required to change clothing so that it is appropriate.