DRESS CODE

Students should be clean and neatly dressed in order to maintain a safe and proper educational environment. Often student behavior and performance has a direct relationship to the type of clothing being worn. The following clothing styles are not permitted:

1. Clothing and accessories shall not display letters, words or pictures which reference any of the following:

· Drugs or alcohol

· Tobacco

· Offensive signs, symbols or words

2. Flip flops, thong sandals, slippery soled shoes or untied shoe laces should not be worn

3. Jackets, coats and windbreakers normally worn as outdoor wear should not be worn in school

4. Hats or caps should not be worn in school

5. Length of skirts and shorts should at least mid-thigh

6. Mesh-style shirts, see&endash;through blouses, midriff tops and bathing suits should not be worn

7. Underwear worn as outerwear is not permitted

Note: Shorts are permitted in the classroom in warm weather, but not suggested for wear during the winter months because of outdoor recess activities.

Students whose dress or grooming are judged by the staff to disrupt the educational process, and/or are dangerous to personal safety will be subject to administrative action. Parents will be contacted about any violations of this code and in some cases it may be necessary to bring in a change of clothes before the student is allowed to return to class.