ALL CLOTHING MUST BE OF ACCEPTABLE CONSTRUCTION &
DESIGN PURSUANT TO THIS STUDENT DRESS CODE POLICY
SHIRTS / BLOUSES / KNIT POLOS
All shirts must be of a solid
required dress code color: White, Navy Blue and Red. Additional colors may be worn by these schools: EHE (Hunter Green), SHE (Light Blue), WHE
(Gold), HNCE, HHS & HMS (Royal Blue).
Button closure and must have
collar, long or short sleeve, with or without pockets
Plain front, no trim, lace,
ruffles, pleats etc.
Trademarks and logos are
allowed, but must not exceed a
two-inch square
A school logo is allowed, but
limited to the following areas: pocket, collar, or sleeve and may include
school name, mascot, school club or team logo, or a combination of the
above
School-sponsored team and club
shirts/t-shirts must meet dress code color requirements
All undershirts must be solid,
dress code color, crew-neck style t-shirts, turtleneck type shirts, or
school-sponsored team/club shirts
What is not allowed...
1.
Crop tops, midriff
shirts, or sleeveless shirts are not allowed.
2.
Showing cleavage
is not allowed.
3.
Frayed, cut,
holey, or torn clothing is not allowed.
4.
No clothing top
shall be cut low in the front or back.
SWEATERS / VESTS /
SWEATSHIRTS / Pullover or Zip-up
All tops must be of solid
dress code colors only: White, Navy Blue
or Red. Additional colors may be
worn by these schools: EHE (Hunter Green), SHE (Light Blue), WHE
(Gold), HNCE, HHS & HMS (Royal Blue).
Cardigan-button up,
pullover-scoop or V-neck or zip up, are all allowed
A collared shirt must be worn
under the sweater / vest / sweatshirt / hoodie and
must be visible.
Hoods are allowed but may not
be worn on the head while inside buildings.
Trademarks and logos are
allowed, but must not exceed a
two-inch square
A school logo is allowed and
may include school name, mascot, school club or team logo, or a combination of
the above.
PANTS / SLACKS / CAPRIS /
CULOTTES / SKIRTS / JUMPERS / SHORTS / SKORTS
All bottoms must be of solid
required dress code color: Navy Blue or
Khaki (tan or beige)
Fabric must be of a non-denim,
non-fleece/velour, non-spandex type material
Length of shorts/skorts must be mid thigh or longer.
Length of skirts/jumpers must
not be higher than four (4) inches above the top of the knee
Cuffed or uncuffed,
pleated or unpleated, must be hemmed; Cargo/carpenter
style bottoms are allowed.
Waistband must be worn on the
waist without sagging
Trademarks and logos are
allowed, but must not exceed a
two-inch square
Length of P.E shorts and/or
shorts worn for all athletic practices must be mid-thigh or longer
Cargo/carpenter style with
low-profile/flush pockets is allowed. No
pleated pockets or extended pockets are allowed.
What is not allowed...
1.
Bottoms made of
sweatshirt type, stretch material/spandex fabric, velour or fleece are not
allowed.
2.
Low riding
clothing will not be allowed.
3.
Frayed, cut,
holey, or torn clothing is not allowed.
SOCKS / TIGHTS / HOSE
(Optional)
Solid color only – White, navy
blue, red, beige/tan/khaki, black, brown
No visible emblem, trademark
or logo
What is not allowed...
1.
Fish net, lace
hose or similarly design items are not allowed.
2.
Leggings cannot be
work as the primary bottom.
SHOES (Required)
Solid
colors with accent color or trim.
Navy
blue, white, tan, beige, brown, black, red or gray.
Closed toe is required
Boots are allowed to be worn
with long pants; pants must come down over the top of the boot.
Shoe laces must match the
shoe, be of the type meant to be worn with the shoe, and must be tied or
fastened at all times.
What is not allowed
1.
No platform shoes,
spike heels, cleats, or skates.
2.
Flip-flops and
sandals are not allowed.
3.
Croc-style shoes
are not allowed.
4.
No skulls
BELTS
Solid colors only – Navy blue,
black, brown, khaki/tan (Solid colors only)
No visible emblems, brand logo
or trademark; student’s name only may be on the belt
May be worn with pants,
shorts, etc. that have belt loops.
Belts may be cloth or
leather.
What is not allowed...
1.
Large belt buckles
are not allowed.
COATS / JACKETS
Trademarks and logos are
allowed.
Not to be worn tied around the
waist, shoulders, or any other parts of the body while inside buildings
Hooded coats/jackets are
allowed ; hoods may not be worn on the head while inside buildings.
Trench coats are not allowed.
Coat length is limited to
mid-thigh. Coats and jackets may have
hoods and may be any color.
A hoodie
is considered a jacket.
In addition to the above
clothing requirements, there are certain minimum standards of hygiene,
sanitation and personal appearance which students are expected to follow. Student’s dress and grooming shall be neat,
clean, and follow the general guidelines below.
Any student violating any of such regulations will be subject to
appropriate disciplinary action.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS OF DRESS
Students
must meet adequate standards of hygiene and decency, as well as sanitation and
personal appearance.
Student’s
dress and grooming shall be neat and clean.
All
clothing must fit and be worn properly.
What is not allowed...
1.
Hats are strictly
prohibited at school, will be confiscated, and can be picked up by a parent.
2.
Colognes,
perfumes, and other sprays are not permitted at school due to the potential for
triggering asthma in some individuals.
3.
Scarves worn on
the head, sweat bands, sunglasses, or any other inappropriate headwear is not
allowed.
4.
No unnatural hair
colors will be permitted. Wild hairstyles, colors, spikes etc. are not allowed.
Notched eyebrows or designs in the hair are not allowed.
5.
Designer/theatrical
type contact lenses are not allowed.
6.
Excessive or
unnatural make-up and face painting are prohibited. Natural make-up colors only
are allowed.
7.
Any piercing
jewelry that is not in the ears is not allowed and must be removed. Simply
covering said jewelry is not allowed.
8.
Underwear
(required) shall not be visible.
9.
No oversized or
tight fitting clothing is allowed.
10. Frayed, cut, holey, or torn clothing is not allowed.
11. No see through, sheer or netting type material is
allowed on any garment.
12. Tattoos cannot be visible and must be covered.
13. Chains used to attach wallets or for any purpose are
prohibited.
14. Spiked or pointed jewelry is prohibited.
15. Raingear such as boots and ponchos will not be worn
inside the buildings except while waiting to exit.
16. Any clothing or personal items, such as book bags, jewelry,
purses, etc., cannot display images or wording that is inappropriate, immodest,
suggestive, obscene, profane, alluding to illegal activity (i.e. gang
affiliation, alcohol, or controlled substance), or is offensive because of
reference to race, gender, ethnic group, or other groups.
Any
student violating any of such regulations will be subject to appropriate
disciplinary action.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS, EXCEPTIONS AND OPTIONAL ARTICLES
OF ATTIRE
1.
Students enrolled
in programs and organizations such as JROTC, Health Occupations, Scouts, etc.
may be exempt from complying with the mandatory school dress code policy on the
day(s) they are required to wear their military uniform, medical uniform or
other uniform as approved by the administrator. (Skirts, shorts, etc. must meet
the required length pursuant to this Dress Code Policy.)
2.
Members of school
sponsored/sanctioned groups, e.g. clubs, choral groups, band, athletic, dance
or drill teams, may be allowed, as a
group, to wear on certain days or for special events, a club or group
t-shirt/sweatshirt as approved by the school administrator. T-shirts,
sweatshirts, etc. must all meet school dress code colors. Only t-shirts/items
purchased through the school or school organizations will be allowed. Athletic jerseys
are allowed on school-sponsored game days only. Prior approval of the school
administrator must be obtained.
3.
Students may be
allowed to wear suits/dress clothing for special events such as special
presentations, reports or game days, as specified by the teacher or coach.
Prior approval of the school administrator is required.
1.
Students attending
field trips shall comply with this Dress Code Policy unless prior approval is
granted.
2.
During physical
education and/or athletics, practice attire may be allowed as approved by the
school administrator. Length of shorts
must comply with the dress code policy.
3.
Administrators may
occasionally allow “special dress” days upon which students will be allowed to
wear designated clothing that is not part of the dress code policy.
MEASURES EMPLOYED FOR STUDENTS NOT IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE DRESS CODE POLICY
Steps
for non-compliance will be administered according to the district’s discipline
policy. In addition, parents may be required to bring proper clothing to the
school. Students new to the district and enrolling on or after the first day of
school shall have five (5) school days to comply with this dress code
policy.
Parent(s)
who find it difficult to comply with the requirements of the
The Hancock County School Board has adopted these standards
expecting the support of parents and students in the spirit for which the
standards are intended. Students are expected to dress and groom within the
limits set by the standards. Students are expected to obey the rules and
directions of their teachers and administrators in charge of their educational
programs. Parents are requested to encourage their students in participating in
the spirit intended by the standards for personal appearance and the discipline
program. The Dress Code Policy will be positively enforced by teachers and
administrators. The standards for dress, grooming and discipline, with
appropriate methods of enforcement and appeal, have been established to provide
an environment and conditions whereby the school district's educational program
can be so planned, adapted, and conducted as to provide each student the
training and opportunity to take his/her place in a democratic society. The
Dress Code Policy has been developed to establish a standard of decency for
covering the body, for improving the educational environment of the school and
for enhancing school safety and the policy should be interpreted in the spirit
for which it is intended.