School Uniform Dress Code
Facts for Parents about School Uniforms

Two Christina School District middle schools and four elementary schools will continue to participate in a school uniform pilot program for the 2009-2010 school year.  The schools include Bancroft, Elbert-Palmer, Pulaski and Stubbs Elementary Schools and Bayard and Kirk Middle Schools.

In many public school districts where uniform dress codes have been established, school officials have found that school uniforms:

• enhance school safety
• improve the learning environment
• bridged socioeconomic differences between children
• promoted good behavior
• improved children's self-respect and self-esteem
• produced cost savings for participating families

The decision to implement a uniform code is about equity and high standards of achievement.  In order for our students to reach the high standards we have set for them, we must create environments where they receive challenging instruction, and are held accountable for their dress, behavior, and personal success.

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• Shirts:  Students will wear a white or navy blue shirt or blouse with a collar.
  • Polo-style shirts, button-down shirts, and turtleneck shirts are permitted
  • Sleeveless shirts or T-shirts are NOT permitted.
• Pants:  Students must wear navy blue pants, shorts, skirts, or jumpers.
  • Denim jeans and sweat pants* are NOT permitted
  • Shorts, skirts, scooters, and jumpers may not be shorter than 4 inches above
    the knee
  • A solid color belt must be worn if pants or shorts have belt loops
  • Clothing must be worn at the natural waist
• Sweaters:  Students may wear navy blue sweaters or sweatshirts.
  • All long-sleeve solid navy blue crewneck, V-neck or cardigan sweaters, fleece,
    or sweatshirts must be worn with a white or navy blue collared shirt, turtleneck, or blouse - NO hooded apparel
  • Outer garments (coats and jackets) must be stored in the student's classroom
    or locker and may not be carried in school
• Footwear:  Shoes (including sneakers) must be navy blue, black, or brown in color; no open heel or toes permitted.
  • Shoes must be securely fastened - clogs, flip-flops, or bedroom slippers are
    NOT permitted
• Sizing:  Clothing must be sized to fit the student.  Pants should fit appropriately and should not be too tight or too loose.  Shirts should be appropriate size and should not extend below the hip.
• Head wear:  Students may not wear hats, hoods, sweatbands, bandannas, or sunglasses while in the school building.

• Bayard Middle School Uniform Dress Guidelines
   
• Kirk Middle School Uniform Dress Guidelines