Dress Code

UNIFORM DRESS CODE

Required for: K-10th grade

Not required for: Preschool

Clothing can often be a reflection of a person’s self image, attitudes and values. Although there is nothing wrong with most clothing, we feel it is in the best interest of our student body to wear uniform clothing to school.

We believe children should come to school understanding that school is a special place dedicated to learning. Our hope is that uniform clothing for school will result in improved behavior and attitudes that can bring positive development in all areas of a student’s life.

Our uniform policy is set forth to create uniformity in appearance and eliminate the influences of clothing that might promote an ungodly attitude, distract students from learning, or draw attention to the individual.

Parents are expected to assist their child(ren) to have high standards of personal appearance. This sense of pride means that uniforms are in good condition and clean at all times.

  1. Certain clothing items noted below
    2. must be purchased at the Dennis Uniform Store.
  2. All other clothing items may be purchased at any store
    3. but must resemble the style of the Dennis Uniform Store.

        Shirts Short or long sleeved white, navy blue, red, or dark hunter green polo pullover or turtleneck. Shirts must be tucked in for boys. For girls they must be loose fitting and lay at least 3" below the waist if not tucked in. No under-shirts, other than white, may be worn and should not protrude lower than their shirts.

        Blouses Short or long sleeved white blouse with Peter Pan or sports collar.

        Pants Navy blue / tan cotton twill or corduroy uniform style pants with no contrast stitching. Ankle length, straight or slightly flared, properly sized, no adornments.

        Belts Grades 4-10:  are required to wear belts (solid black, brown or blue).

        Shorts Navy blue / tan cotton twill uniform walking shorts may be worn during the first and fourth quarters.

        Skorts Navy blue / tan / blackwatch plaid skorts may be worn Monday through Thursday. Skort length should not be more than 3" above the knee.

        Jumpers Navy blue / blackwatch plaid jumpers must be purchased at the Dennis Uniform Store. Jumper length should not be more than 2" above the knee. Shorts should be worn underneath for modesty.

        Skirts Navy blue / blackwatch plaid / tan skirts must be purchased at the Dennis Uniform Store or navy blue / tan IZOD scooter of pleated skirts at JCPenney. Skirt length should not be more than 2" above the knee. Shorts should be worn underneath for modesty. Girls must wear either navy blue or blackwatch plaid on Fridays for chapel.

Sweatshirts School sweatshirts provided through the Dennis Uniform Store may only be worn Mon-Thursday

        Sweaters Navy blue / dark hunter green cardigan or v-neck sweaters.

        Sweater Vests Navy blue / dark hunter green vest must be purchased at the Dennis Uniform Store. For boys, vests are necessary to wear on Friday chapel days.

        Polar fleeces Navy blue / dark hunter green long sleeve or vest fleece may be worn Monday through Thursday. School monogram is available at the Dennis Uniform Store.

        Socks Girls are to wear socks at all times. Colors may be white, navy blue, dark green, red or black. Tights in the same colors may also be worn. Boys are to wear socks at all times: white or dark.

        Shoes Any style up to ankle height that is comfortable, practical, and neat in appearance for school. Sensational shoes, flip flops and backless shoes are not acceptable. Laces must be tied. Sandals are discouraged to prevent injuries.

        Coats Coats are not to be worn in class.

        Hair Hair is to be neat, clean, and out of the eyes. Extreme hairstyles (shaved or colored hair designs) are not acceptable. Boys’ hair length can be no longer than the collar, ear lobes showing and are not to have ponytails at school. Girl’s hair accessories must match uniform colors.

        Accessories For reasons of safety we encourage students to refrain from wearing bracelets, necklaces or earrings that dangle. Boys are not to wear earrings. No tattoos or fake tattoos, no writing on skin with ink or markers.

        PE Uniform Grades 6-10: School uniform or solid uniform color t-shirts, modest gym shorts or sweats, and tennis shoes.

Friday Chapel Dress for boys White polo shirt, uniform pants, and sweater vest.

Friday Chapel Dress for girls White polo or blouse shirt and jumper or skirt.

Free Dress Day / Spirit Day / Camp Guidelines

Students are asked to look nice. Jeans in good condition; shirts with appropriate message/design. No spandex-type fashions, cutoffs, tank tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, midriffs, short-shorts, mini skirts, tight-tight jeans, or low necklines. Oversized clothing is also not acceptable. "When in doubt – don’t."


High School Students Only:

 

 Friday Chapel Dress for High School Boys:

White polo shirt, uniform pants, and Dennis Uniform sweater vest or a white, button-down, dress shirt, tie, and uniform pants.

 

Friday Chapel Dress for High School Girls:

Girls must wear a navy blue or blackwatch plaid skirt with a white polo shirt or blouse. Skirts may be purchased from any store.  Styles may vary but no tight-fitting skirts, skirts with slits higher than the knee or added adornments.  Skirt length should not be more than 2” above the knees. 

 

High School Only: Free Dress Wednesdays

Students are to be modest and Christ-honoring in their dress. 

  • Jeans must be in good condition – no holes, rips or frays. No tight-fitting or baggy pants.
  • Shirts must not have any lettering or emblems unless Christian or  sports related. No halter tops, tank-tops, spaghetti straps, or midriffs. 
  •  No low necklines or tight-fitting shirts
  •  Leggings are not allowed
  •  Shorts must be uniform short length
  •  Skirts must be the uniform skirt length
  •  No Goth or Rock styles
  •  “When in doubt – don’t!”

 

                                                                                                                                                                         Revised 6-09