Dress Code

“Whose adorning, let it not be the outward, but let it be the hidden man of the heart which…is a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God a great price.”  I Peter 3:3-4

Modesty, neatness, and cleanliness are the primary concerns of our dress code. Our overall goal is to assist parents in preparing and nurturing students’ hearts to bring honor to Jesus Christ in their appearance and how they conduct themselves before others.  It is the school’s desire to provide a dress code that provides a positive learning environment, modest standards, and is affordable to all parents.  Therefore, we have implemented a dress code that has a uniform look but can be purchased in most clothing stores. This dress code does not address all situations that could occur. If there is a question about any item, contact the office for clarification. All students should be neat in appearance always. Uniforms should be clean, without stains, in good general condition, and wrinkle free.

 

Hair 

Hair should be clean and kept brushed or combed.  Extreme hairstyles or unnatural hair colors are prohibited.  Please keep this in mind over the summer/vacation breaks; hair must conform to standards upon returning to school.  Boys’ hair must be off the collar; cannot cover the entire ear; must be off the eyebrows.

 

Hats/Sunglasses

No hats or sunglasses are to be worn in the building. They are only permitted outdoors on campus during school hours unless a specific school sponsored event states otherwise.  Violators of this rule will have their hats/headwear/sunglasses confiscated.

 

Jewelry

Boys and girls may wear jewelry that is not overstated, questionable or anti-Christian.

Acceptable jewelry for BOYS includes bracelets, necklaces, and rings.

Acceptable jewelry for GIRLS includes bracelets and necklaces, two earrings per ear, rings, toe rings, and anklets. Earrings should be limited to studs or very small hoop and/or dangle.  Concern during athletic activities should be kept in mind.

Unacceptable jewelry for BOYS includes earrings, spiked jewelry, and body piercing.

Unacceptable jewelry for GIRLS includes more than two earrings per ear, spiked jewelry, and body piercing.

 

Tattoos 

Temporary and permanent tattoos are unacceptable for both boys and girls.

 

Makeup 

Girls may wear make-up in moderation and good taste.

 

General Guidelines:

• All slacks, skirts, and jumpers must be “Docker”, “Chino”, or dress style made of cotton or cotton twill. 

  • They may not have pocket zippers, drawstrings, or external pockets.

  • They may have elastic waists.

  • Corduroy, stretch material, denim and microfibers are not permitted.

• SCA polo shirts may be worn at any time.

• SCA school T-shirts may be worn on Fridays. School apparel may be purchased in the school office.

• Shoes are to be always worn on the school property. 

• Students should wear enclosed shoes that are appropriate for playing. 

• Students shall not wear flip flops, crocs, clogs, or boots with heels more than one inch.

• All clothing for boys and girls must be of approved design.  Fad style clothing such as oversized, baggy, layered or “skinny” is not permitted.

• Jackets may be worn to school but must be removed upon entering the classroom.  The only sweaters/sweatshirts permitted in the classroom are listed in the dress code section.

• We recommend that parents label all clothing.

 

Girls:

• Polos/Shirts:  Solid in color:  white; maroon; or light, royal or navy blue short or long sleeve polo, oxford cloths, or Peter Pan style blouses. Must have collars. (These may not be sheer/see through and be modestly loose fitting)

• Turtlenecks:  Solid in color:  white; maroon; or light, royal or navy blue

• Skirts, Dresses, Jumpers or Shorts:  Plaid of school approved design, khaki, navy and black.  Must be within two inches of the top of the knee or modest length when worn with leggings; jumpers must be worn over approved polo/shirt/turtleneck.

• Slacks:  Khaki, navy or black (Docker or Chino style cotton/cotton twill only.  No leggings, jeggings, yoga pants or stretch/spandex pants.)

• Sweaters/Sweatshirts:  Solid in color:  white, light, royal or navy blue, khaki, or maroon; traditional button, ¼, full zip or pullover or SCA school apparel.  NO LOGO OR APPAREL WITH WRITING.

• Stockings, Leggings, Socks:  solid in color of white, navy, tan, or maroon.  “Crazy” stockings/leggings/socks may be worn on Fridays ONLY; leggings MAY NOT be worn as pants, only under skirts, dresses, or jumpers.

 

Chapel:  Girls are required to wear a skirt, dress, or jumper on Chapel days.  For warmth and comfort during the months of December through March, girls may wear khaki or navy slacks to chapel.

 

Boys:

• Polos/Shirts:  Solid in color:  white; maroon; light, royal or navy blue short or long sleeve polo or oxford cloth.

• Turtlenecks:  Solid in color:  white; maroon; or light, royal or navy blue.

• Slacks:  Khaki, navy or black (Docker or Chino style cotton/cotton twill only.  Not excessively baggy or tight.

• Shorts:   Plain front khaki or navy chino shorts within two inches of the top of the knee.

• Sweaters/Sweatshirts:   Solid in color:  white, light, royal or navy blue, or maroon; traditional button, ¼, full zip or pullover or SCA school apparel.  NO LOGO OR APPAREL WITH WRITING.

• Socks:  Solid in color:  white; navy, tan or maroon.  “Crazy” socks may be worn on Fridays.

 

Chapel:  Boys in 4th grade and up will wear ties and a collared shirt on Chapel days; ties should be predominantly navy or maroon in color but may have a slight pattern; ties may be removed before outside activities.

 

“No Uniform” Day

The School Board will establish a “No Uniform Day”.  To participate, students are asked to donate (the monetary value is to be determined at the start of each year) to the Development Fund.  Note:  If a student comes to school and the clothing is deemed inappropriate for modesty reasons, a parent will be called, or the student will be sent home if they cannot comply.  

 

“No Uniform” Day Guidelines

• All casual clothing must be modest.

• Any clothing with writing or pictures must be appropriate at school. 

• Shorts or skirts must be school code length.

• Normally fitting clothes.

• No exposed midriffs.

• No ripped jeans or pants permitted.

• No leggings, jeggings, or yoga pants.

 

The administration reserves the right to define appropriate dress and grooming standards. Teachers and administrators have an obligation to inform students when certain attire may not be in accordance with the SCA standards of modesty and neatness, even though the attire does not specifically violate one of the points of the dress code. Exceptions to the dress code may be made by administration based on planned student activities.