Dress Code

Educationally Appropriate Dress and Grooming

Any apparel, hairstyle, cosmetic or jewelry, even if not specifically mentioned below, which creates a safety concern, draws undue attention to the wearer, or tends to detract from the educational process is prohibited unless addressed elsewhere in this regulation.

1. Headwear: District approved headwear must be worn outside only. Any student entering a room or building must remove the headwear prior to entering. Only district approved hats will be allowed at school, unless a doctor's note is provided.
   1. Hats must be khaki or white cloth type, with a 2" brim that encircles the entire hat. The hat must be free of any insignias or markings except for the individual's name written inside in one inch block letters.
   2. A parent/guardian may elect to purchase a hat from a source other than the school/district. However, the hat must be pre-approved by the site administrator prior to the wearing of the hat by the student.
   3. During after school activities open to the public, only head-wear that is not gang related may be worn.
   4. Knit caps are allowed during cold and/or inclement weather.
2. Sunglasses: Sunglasses are not to be worn unless prescribed by a physician or authorized by the principal for special events.
3. Shoes: Shoes must be worn on campus and at school functions by all students. For safety reasons, students are not allowed to wear flip flops, shoes or sandals without heel straps.
4. Undergarments: Top garments shall be sufficient to conceal undergarments at all times. 
5. Pants: Excessively baggy pants are not allowed. Pants may not extend beyond 5 inches (5") when measured at the kneecap of the straightened leg. Pants must fit and be worn no lower than 2 inches (2") below the natural waist. No frayed clothing is acceptable (manufactured or otherwise). Pajama pants are not allowed.
6. Shirts/Blouses: Shirts and blouses must have finished edges and be no longer than the top of the inseam. Tank tops, tube tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, off the shoulder blouses, bare midriffs, see through, or oversized shirts that present a safety concern or draw undue attention are not acceptable. Shirts should have a minimum of 3 inches of fabric on the shoulder.
7. Hemlines: All dresses, skirts, shorts, and pants must have a finished hem. Shorts must have at least a 4 inch (4") inseam. Skirts and dresses may be no shorter than 4 inches (4") above the knee.
8. Dangerous Attire: Attire which may be used as a weapon may not be worn, including but not limited to steel toed boots, chains, items with spikes or studs, and other items deemed inappropriate by the principal and/or school site council.
9. Fashions: Fashions that draw undue attention to the wearer and/or detract from the educational environment are not acceptable. This includes exotic clothing, extreme make-up, tattoos, body piercing, military or camouflage attire, etc.
10. Facial and/or Body Piercing: Facial and/or Body Piercing is not acceptable with the exception of ears.
11. Hairstyles: Hairstyles that draw undue attention and/or detract from the educational environment are not acceptable; i.e. unusual designs, unnatural colors, mohawks, tails, unusual razor cuts (including eyebrows), or extensive sculpting. 
12. Gang Related Apparel: Gang related apparel is not acceptable. The district will collaborate with Law Enforcement Agencies to update changes in gang-related apparel as necessary. Any clothing or apparel that a student or group of students wear to identify themselves for the purpose of harassing, threatening or intimidating others will not be allowed.
13. Jackets and other apparel depicting professional sports teams shall not be worn.