Letter to Families regarding the dress code in English

221.  DISTRICT-WIDE UNIFORM DRESS CODE - PUPILS

1.   Purpose

To establish a Uniform Dress Code, studies show that dressing for success has a direct correlation to improved student achievement and helps students develop a sense of school pride by their appearance. 

2.   Definitions

Student appearance/attire while attending school.

3.   Authority

It shall be a violation of this policy for any student not to adhere to the District-Wide Uniform Dress Code while attending school. 

4.   Delegation of Responsibility

5.   Guidelines

Boys shall wear:

·        Tan, Navy, Gray or Black pants belted at the waist

·        Tan, Navy, Gray or Black knee-length shorts, belted at the waist, may be worn from April 15-October 15

·        Solid-color polo, uniform-style or button-down shirts (short or long sleeves permitted)

·        Solid-color cardigan sweater

Girls shall wear:

·        Tan, Navy, Gray or Black pants belted at the waist

·        Tan, Navy, Gray or Black knee to ankle length skirts

·        Tan, Navy, Gray or Black knee-length shorts, belted at the waist, may be worn from April 15-October 15

·        Solid-color polo, uniform-style or button-down shirts (short or long sleeves permitted)

·        Solid-color cardigan sweater

Unacceptable Attire for All Students: 

·        Polo shirts with stripes, emblems, or designs

·        Printed or multi-colored undershirts

·        White t-shirts

·        Clothing made from any knit material, e.g. Spandex, Lycra, or knit blends, specifically leggings

·        Length of skirts, dresses, and shorts that are shorter than fingertip length (April 15 – October 15)

·        Denim material of any color

·        Outerwear, including jackets, vests, fleece, and sweatshirts

·        Hats, do-rags, scarves, and hair nets

·        Bare shoulders and midriffs

·        Pants sagging below the waist

Students may be required, however, to wear certain types of clothing while participating in physical education classes, or in extracurricular activities.  Dress requirements for religious reasons may be made through the school office.  If a staff member believes that his/her intervention has not resolved the matter, or if the non-adherence to policy continues, he/she shall report the incident to the school principal for further investigation.

7.      Confidentiality

The privacy of the student and the witnesses will be respected as much as possible, consistent with legal obligations to investigate, to take appropriate action, and to comply with the Family Education Privacy Rights Act (“FERPA”) and any discovery or disclosure obligations.

8.      Interplay with Other School District Policies

Nothing in this policy shall prevent school employees from enforcement, imposing discipline, or fulfilling their professional responsibilities under other school district policies or student disciplinary rules.