With the weather getting warmer, it is important for us to reiterate our district/campus policy regarding whatIS NOTappropriate to wear to school. Parents are asked to please review the information below and please reinforce our district/campus dress policy with your child(ren).Please note: If Fern Bluff student(s) are observed wearing unacceptable clothing; their parent(s) will be notified and asked to bring a change of clothes. Thanks in advance for your assistance in this regard.
Dress Policy
There is a close relationship between high standards of dignity and pride and proper grooming which all contribute to an appropriate learning environment. Modesty will be the dominant feature in all clothes. Attire shall be clean and inoffensive. TheElementary Student-Parent Handbook 2011-2012.The student and parent share in the responsibility for proper grooming of the student, however, the campus administrator has the final authority concerning propriety of clothes, hairstyle, and jewelry.
Unacceptable Clothing and Accessories
1. Shorts, skorts or skirts shorter than mid-thigh or shorter than the tips of the fingertips, whichever is shorter
2. Spandex shorts or pants
3. Shorts that are distracting, including wind shorts, jogging shorts, bicycling shorts/pants or other tight fitting shorts
4. Extremely short shirts, halter tops, tank tops or other shirts with deep-cut openings
5. Dresses or shirts that only partially cover the shoulders, i.e. spaghetti straps
6. Shirts that do not cover the midriff*
7. Any clothing which may reveal undergarments
8. Skirts that detract from the learning environment
9. Torn, cut, ripped, frayed jeans/clothing
10. Slacks/pants/shorts worn below the waist
11. Duster coats/trench coats
12. Tight fitting clothing
13. Clothing, accessories, or tattoos with reference to alcohol, drugs, sex, tobacco, vulgar language, violence, gang-related affiliation, or other symbols that detract from the learning environment
14. Gang-related attire (colors, bandanas, shoe laces, symbols)
15. Bedroom attire (pajamas, slippers, etc.)
16. Visible body piercing, including the tongue, eyebrow, nose, excluding the ear**
17. Caps, hats, or any other head covering in the building
18. Excessive or distinctive make-up
19. Bandanas
20. Chains which have the potential to be used as a weapon
21. Collars intended for use on animals, including spiked collars
22. Hair which is not a natural human color (yellow, blue, pink, etc.) or which may cause disruption to the school environment
23. Wheeled footwear
* Sheer shirts covering unacceptable clothing are NOT acceptable and do NOT meet the standards of the dress code.