Dress Expectations
Respect and Safety: All attire should be safe and appropriate for a school setting. Clothing that promotes violence, illegal substances, or hate speech is prohibited.
Inclusivity: Clothing that adheres to cultural, religious, or individual expression is permitted if it aligns with safety and respect for others.
General Standards (All Grades)
- The building principal, or their designee, has the final authority in determining whether a student’s dress, grooming, or body piercings are appropriate.
- Apparel featuring writing, symbols, or pictures that are vulgar, suggestive, or imply sex, drugs, alcohol, violence, or discrimination is prohibited.
- Coats and backpacks must be secured in lockers or designated areas upon arrival and remain there until the end of the school day.
Elementary School Guidelines
- Tops: Shirts must be of appropriate length; halter tops, backless tops, and midriff-revealing styles are prohibited. Tank top straps must be at least two adult fingers wide.
- Bottoms: Shorts and skirts must touch the student's fingertips when arms are held at their sides. Sagging pants are prohibited, and loose pants must be belted.
- Footwear: Closed-toe shoes and tennis shoes are encouraged for safety. Flip-flops, slides, house shoes, and shoes with wheels and/or lights are not allowed.
- Grooming: Body piercings, with the exception of ears, are prohibited at the elementary level.
- Accessories: Unusual/large jewelry, chains, and sunglasses are prohibited indoors.
- Headwear: Hats, caps, hoods, and other full coverage headwear, including bonnets, are not to be worn indoors, except for documented medical or religious reasons.
Corrective Procedures
- Students in violation will be asked to correct the attire (via modification or alternative clothing) before returning to the classroom.
- Students who violate these rules may be denied admission to class and face disciplinary action.