Dress Code

Dress Code

Dress Code for 2022-2023

The purpose of the dress code is to encourage students to focus on the learning process without the distractions of
unsuitable dress and grooming, as well as developing good habits that will lead to “dressing for success” in college and
career. Students shall maintain a clean, orderly appearance at all times. The responsibility for the personal appearance of the student rests with the parent/guardian and the student. Personal appearance shall not disrupt the educational process. A student who is dressed appropriately is demonstrating a respect for self and others, as well as contributing to a safe and orderly learning environment. The following establishes the minimum acceptable standards for student dress to be interpreted and enforced by the principal or designee. Each principal has the authority with his or her staff and community, as permitted by School Board policy, to establish additional standards at individual schools.

● Apparel shall be adequate in both length and coverage to be considered appropriate for school. Shorts, skirts
and dresses should be at least fingertip length.
● Pants shall be worn fastened and at the waist with no undergarments showing.
● Pants with holes, tears, etc. may not be worn if holes and/or tears are above fingertip length.
● Shirts or blouses shall be appropriately fastened in accord with the design of that shirt or blouse. The length shall
extend beyond the waist level.
● Clothing that exposes underwear or body parts in an indecent or vulgar manner is prohibited.
● Transparent or see-through tops, tops that bare midriff, strapless, low-cut clothing or tops and outfits that
provide minimum coverage or are of a suggestive nature are prohibited; halters, backless dresses or tops,
tube tops, tank tops, muscle shirts or any clothing which may be distracting are prohibited.
● Any articles of clothing or jewelry that could likely cause Any articles of clothing or jewelry that could likely
cause injury – such as chains, bracelets, rings and chokers with or without spikes or studs – are prohibited. Wallet
chains of any length are prohibited.
● Shoes shall be worn at all times.
● Apparel, emblems, insignias, badges or symbols that promote the use of alcohol, drugs, tobacco or any other
illegal activity are prohibited.
● Apparel or symbols which may be gang-related may not be displayed on a student’s person or in the student’s
possession.
● Gang-related tattoos, or other tattoos that may cause a substantial disruption to the educational environment as
determined by the principal, are prohibited.
● Adornments that, in the principal’s judgment could cause injury, be a safety risk or cause a disruption to the
school environment may not be worn. Examples of prohibited adornments include, but are not limited to, hoops or
rings attached to the nose, eyebrow, cheeks or lips.
● The wearing on campus of hats, caps, headgear (including hoodies) or sunglasses except in conjunction
with designated school-approved uniforms or at authorized athletic practices or activities is prohibited.
There may be certain exceptions for medical conditions, religious observation and physical education classes held
outside. The principal will determine these exceptions.
● Any method of public display (including clothing, nail polish and other items that may be worn or carried) of an
organization affiliated with controversial, obscene or illegal activities on a person may not be worn if, in the
principal’s judgement, they may cause a substantial disruption to the school environment.
● Hair coloring or style that may cause a substantial disruption to the educational environment, as determined by the
principal, is prohibited.
● Long/oversized coats, jackets or jerseys are prohibited.

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