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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.

middle school students

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.

Middle & High School Guidelines

  • Tops: Clothing must fully cover the stomach and chest. While Policy 4511 emphasizes "minimum restrictions," attire must not expose undergarments or private areas.
  • Bottoms: All styles (except pajamas) are permitted if they cover undergarments and private areas while standing, sitting, or bending.
  • Length: All shorts, skirts, and dresses must reach mid-thigh when standing. Ripped clothing is only permitted if the rips are below mid-thigh.
  • Footwear: Shoes must be safe for walking; house slippers and shoes with wheels are prohibited.
  • 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.